Thirty Thousand, or Who's the Richest?: A Comic Opera, in Three Acts, as Performed at the Theatre Royal Covent-Garden (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Thomas Dibdin

 
9781332993215: Thirty Thousand, or Who's the Richest?: A Comic Opera, in Three Acts, as Performed at the Theatre Royal Covent-Garden (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Who’s the Richest? A comic opera in three acts brings together love, wit, and a hunt for inheritance in a lively village setting.

This stage adaptation follows three hopeful nephews and their paths to a lucrative fortune, with mischief, match-making, and plenty of humor along the way. Rich and poor alike navigate a changing manor, a stubborn will, and the tempting pull of prosperity, all told with playful songs and brisk dialogue.

  • Enjoy lighthearted intrigue around wealth, power, and kindness in a small community.
  • Meet memorable characters whose plans for the future clash with real-life virtues.
  • Experience clever humor and catchy musical numbers that propel the plot.
  • Observe how generosity and honesty shape outcomes as fortunes shift.
Ideal for readers who appreciate period comedy with songs, quick wit, and a playful take on class and community. If you like light, ensemble-driven storytelling with a dash of romance, this edition is a fit for you.

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