The Daughter of the Regiment - photo courtesy of Virginia Opera The Daughter of the Regiment

February 19, 23, 25, and 27, 2011

Music by Gaetano Donizetti
Libretto by Jules-Henri Vernoy de
Saint-Georges
and Jean-Fraçois Bayard
Sung in English with English subtitles

Marie is a pretty little girl with a pretty big heart. When the orphaned Marie is adopted by a regiment of the French soldiers, laughter erupts. The heartwarming story is filled with catchy tuneful music, two handfuls of tenor high C’s and one energetic singing tomboy.

Cast Highlights

Featured Cast & Artistic Staff

Victor Ryan Robertson will portray Tonio

Nili Riemer Marie
Victor Ryan Robertson Tonio
Joyce Castle Marquise of Berkenfield
John Stephens Sulpice
Dorothy Danner Stage Director

Soprano Nili Riemer who was lauded for her portrayal of Mabel in the 2009 production of The Pirates of Penzance "appears to have been born to sing the title role" in Daughter by The Ithaca Journal.

The Guardian says that tenor Victor Ryan Robertson who will sing Tonio in Daughter “offers an appealing, well-defined tenor with plenty of energy.”

Dorothy Danner Directs Daughter! Ms. Danner returns to the Lyric Opera after directing The Pirates of Penzance (2009) and The Merry Widow (2006) in her signature choreographed staging style. Her expertise in comedic timing promises to have you laughing long after the final curtain.

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Synopsis

The loveable tomboy Marie gives the regiment of French soldiers who raised her a scare when she falls in love with a man outside the infantry. Meanwhile, her noble birthright haunts her when she is taken away from the men in her life to have a “proper” upbringing. Alas, at the end of the day love prevails over privilege.

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In-depth Guide

Want to know all about The Daughter of the Regiment? Or what motivated Donizetti to compose what has become a timeless comedic opera? Read the information opera guide featuring historical background and detailed plot analysis.

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