The Elixir of Love
Author(s):
Gaetano Donizetti , libretto by Felice Romani
Company:
English National Opera
Harry Fehr’s production is set in England during World War II, and the story follows Adina, a popular landowner, who is courted by both Belcore and Nemorino.
In an attempt to win her affections after being rejected, Nemorino buys a love potion from the pseudo doctor, Dulcamara, unaware he has only bought a bottle of wine.
In this tale of misguided confidence and romance, will Adina and Nemorino find true love for one another?
