Fidelio

Opernring 1

1010 Wien

 

Ludwig van Beethovens only opera "Fidelio" is a rescue opera in two acts. The opera premiered on the 20^th of November in 1805, at the Theater an der Wien.

Don Pizarro, governor of a Spanish prison, is known for his cruelty. Don Florestan plans to uncover these cruelties, but is caught by Don Pizarro and imprisoned himself. Don Florestan is thought dead by everyone, only his wife Leonore still thinks her husband is still alive. Disguised as a man, she begins to work at the prison under the name of Fidelio. With Leonore dressed as Fidelio, the opera processes the issue of freedom and loyalty.

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