Three examples of operetta are "The Mikado" by Gilbert and Sullivan, "The Merry Widow" by Franz Lehár, and "Die Fledermaus" by Johann Strauss II. These works combine elements of Opera and musical theater, featuring light-hearted plots, engaging melodies, and spoken dialogue. They often explore themes of romance, humor, and social commentary, making them popular choices for both performers and audiences.
The Mikado, or the Town of Titipu
Operetta originally meant a short opera [17th century]. By 19th century it became associated with comic opera or any such like considered less 'serious' than operas. Most operettas can be described as 'light' operas - good examples are the works of Gilbert and Sullivan. Although as with all labels in music, the distinction has become blurred. Basically there is no difference between the scores for an opera and an operetta - except for the operetta's lightness.
Operetta originally meant a short Opera [17th century]. By 19th century it became associated with comic opera or any such like considered less 'serious' than operas. Most operettas can be described as 'light' operas - good examples are the works of Gilbert and Sullivan. Although as with all labels in music, the distinction has become blurred. Basically there is no difference between the scores for an opera and an operetta - except for the operetta's lightness.
This is from the operetta "The Merry Widow"
Operetta - 'little opera' - Strictly a play with an overture, songs, dances etc. However it has become synonymous with 'light opera'. Operetta originally meant a short opera [17th century]. By 19th century it became associated with comic opera or any such like considered less 'serious' than operas. Most operettas can be described as 'light' operas - good examples are the works of Gilbert and Sullivan. Although as with all labels in music, the distinction has become blurred. Basically there is no difference between the scores for an opera and an operetta - except for the operetta's lightness.
Operetta
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The Mikado, or the Town of Titipu
operetta is in stores
Chilpéric - operetta - was created in 1868.
Blindekuh - operetta - was created in 1878.
Katinka - operetta - was created in 1915.
Simplicius - operetta - was created in 1887.
Paganini - operetta - was created in 1925.
This is from the operetta "The Merry Widow"
Operetta is a noun. It's a short opera.
Operetta is the daughter of the phantom of the opera