
Ep. 57 Xerxes By Handel
Opera For Everyone
The Intricate Love Quadrangle in Xerxes
This chapter dives into the complex relationships in Handel's opera Xerxes, detailing the love quadrangle involving King Xerxes, Arsemane, Romilda, and Atalanta. Misunderstandings, devious plans, and comedic chaos ensue as the characters navigate their conflicting emotions and desires. The narrative unfolds with dramatic confrontations, mistaken identities, and a web of deceit, showcasing the intricate dynamics of royal betrothals and romantic entanglements.
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