The Elixir of Love by G. Donizetti

L’elisir d’amore delights audiences in the crypt of St. Peter’s Church with a wonderfully witty, entertaining production full of energy and charm. Donizetti’s beloved opera becomes a captivating opera-theatre experience in the unique atmosphere of the crypt.

The ideal ensemble impresses across the board with its joy of performance, comic flair, and musical quality.

Presented in the original Italian, this production is a great pleasure for opera lovers as well as newcomers who wish to enjoy an entertaining and unforgettable evening.

With just 80 seats, the KRYPTA stands for opera theatre at close range. All works are performed with piano accompaniment based on the composers’ original piano-vocal scores, guaranteeing an encounter with the original compositions.

The hall maintains a pleasant temperature throughout the year.

Plot:
The impoverished young farmer Nemorino loves the beautiful and wealthy Adina. However, she rejects him. For his last bit of money, Doctor Dulcamara sells him a love potion that is supposed to make everything turn out well. But Adina turns the tables and agrees to marry the dashing Sergeant Belcore, who is ardently courting her. Nemorino sees his chances disappearing. There is only one solution: more magic potion. With no money left, he enlists as a soldier and uses his wages to buy more of the wonderful elixir. In reality, however, it is nothing more than red wine.

When Adina realizes that Nemorino would even go to war out of love for her, she buys him out of his military contract. Love is finally given free rein, and those who belong together are brought together.