The Marriage of Figaro, or Le nozze di Figaro, is a comedic opera composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, with a libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte. It premiered on May 1, 1786, at the Burgtheater in Vienna.
🎠The story unfolds during a single "crazy day" at Count Almaviva's castle near Seville, focusing on the adventures of the witty servant Figaro, his bride-to-be Susanna, and their employer, the Count.
Act Highlights
- Act 1: Figaro and Susanna plan their wedding, while the Count attempts to seduce Susanna.
- Act 2: The Countess, Susanna, and Figaro conspire to expose and embarrass the Count.
- Act 3: A secret, plotted wedding, mistaken identities, and comic chaos ensue.
- Act 4: All misunderstandings are resolved in the garden, leading to forgiveness and reconciliation.