The Daughter of the Regiment, by Gaetano Donizetti

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Vegas City Opera blazes into The Smith Center with a bright and cheeky production of this Donizetti favorite. In celebration of internationally revered, local operatic treasure, Luana Devol, who serves on the company's Advisory Board, the role of the Marquise of Berkenfield will be highlighted to showcase this major local talent. The story is of Marie, the adopted daughter of the 21st Regiment of the French army, who has fallen in love with a young man who has saved her life. This young man just so happens to be from an enemy nation. Fortunately, the regiment backs down when they hear of how the young man saved their lovely Marie. The two fall in love and plan to wed, but a wrench is thrown into their plans when news about Marie’s birth family arises and she must leave the regiment. Marie, Tonio, and all the soldiers of the regiment are distraught, and none seem able to deal with the change. Tonio resolves to rescue Marie with the aid of the other soldiers, but will he be successful? With its lovely melodies, vocal fireworks, and hilarious English & French repartee, the quick wit of The Daughter of the Regiment is the perfect piece to brighten your day and take you away to gay Paris!