Music by Franz Lehár, Lyrics by Adrian Ross and Basil Hood
SYNOPSIS
For half a million francs, a penniless Count agrees to marry – and in three month’s time divorce – a girl unknown to him, so that, as a Countess, she can become the bride of a Grand Duke.
At the wedding ceremony, the pair are separated by a screen – but later they meet and fall in love. Little knowing they are already husband and wife, they believe their romance is hopeless – but a happy ending is beautifully worked out, and the unfolding of the story is greatly enriched by Lehár’s lilting music, which includes two immortal waltzes. Additionally, a ballet to the celebrated “Gold and Silver Waltz” can be included.