Fontainbleau; a comic opera. In three acts by John O'Keeffe

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Author O'Keeffe, John, 1747-1833
Commentator Inchbald, Mrs., 1753-1821
Title Fontainbleau; a comic opera. In three acts
Note Reading ease score: 85.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Fontainbleau; a comic opera in three acts" by John O'Keeffe is a theatrical work composed in the late 18th century. The opera unfolds in a lively and comedic atmosphere, centering around the antics of English characters engaging with their French counterparts during a visit to Fontainbleau, a famous historical residence. Key characters include the down-on-his-luck gentleman Lackland, who is drawn into a whirlwind of humorous situations involving love interests, social misunderstandings, and the pursuit of fortune. The opening of the opera introduces us to a bustling town setting where Mrs. Casey, the landlady, is trying to manage her tavern as her establishment fills with guests. We meet Lackland, who is clearly down on his luck but maintains a facade of confidence and charm. As he interacts with various characters, including his old friend Henry, who has come to Fontainbleau to seek out a romantic interest, we sense a mixture of humor and tension in their conversations about financial troubles, debts, and amorous pursuits. Additionally, the introduction of other characters like Colonel Epaulette and Squire Tallyho adds layers to the comedic undertones as they navigate the colorful interactions and misunderstandings typical of a farce. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Operas -- Librettos
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EBook-No. 35699
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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