The Magic Flute

Operas

The Magic Flute, K. 620, is a two-act opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, with a German libretto by Emanuel Schikaneder. A Singspiel combining singing and spoken dialogue, it premiered in Vienna on 30 September 1791. Its plot follows Prince Tamino and Pamina as they undergo trials of initiation and seek to join Sarastro's community, while Papageno pursues his companion Papagena.

Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Premiere: 30 September 1791, Freihaus-Theater auf der Wieden in Vienna
Form: Singspiel

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Article: The Magic Flute (English Wikipedia)
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