Der Waffenschmied

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Comic opera in three acts by Albert Lortzing | Libretto by the composer

for ages 13 and up

Lortzing's major themes can also be found in this popular play opera: craftsmanship, love and amusing mix-ups as well as a humorous yet critical view of the bourgeoisie and nobility.

The Count of Liebenau has - the name gives it away - hired himself as a journeyman to the armourer Hans for the sake of love. Liebenau uses both identities to woo the blacksmith's daughter Marie and hopes that she will fall in love with him as a journeyman and not just choose him because of his noble status. The journeyman actually seems to win the battle for Marie's heart - or is she perhaps flirting with the comforts of being a countess after all? But we know: Lover and rival are one and the same person! Father Armsmith makes the confusion even more perfect, and a high-born rival also intervenes. A tried and tested cabal of love and disguise becomes a lively play opera. Prepare yourself for cunning, love and witty Lortzing!