The Prince of Pilsen: The 1903 Musical Comedy: Complete Book and Lyrics (Historical Libretto Series)
Language: English
Published by Independently published, 2025
- Softcover
- New
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- Title
- The Prince of Pilsen: The 1903 Musical Comedy: Complete Book and Lyrics (Historical Libretto Series)
- Author
- Pixley, Frank
- Publisher
- Independently published
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798306176406
- Item weight
- 223 grams
The Prince of Pilsen is one of the era's successful transatlantic hits, featuring book and lyrics by Frank Pixley with music by Gustav Luders. The show became popular for its clever fusion of American humor with European operetta influences, embodying a style that resonated with both American and European audiences of the early 20th century.
The story of the musical centers around Hans Wagner, a German-American brewer from Cincinnati who travels to Europe with his daughter. Through a mix-up, Hans is mistaken for a European prince, resulting in a series of comedic and romantic misadventures. The show’s humor lies in the cultural clash between Wagner’s straightforward American persona and the aristocratic society of Europe, creating a satire that pokes fun at class distinctions and social pretensions.
Frank Pixley’s lyrics and dialogue are notable for their wit and humor, contributing to the light and accessible nature of the show. His collaboration with composer Gustav Luders resulted in a score that combined the charm of European operetta with American musical comedy elements.
The Prince of Pilsen not only enjoyed significant success in the United States but also garnered international acclaim, with productions in London and other European cities. While its fame may have faded over time, The Prince of Pilsen remains an important work in the history of musical theater, representative of the early 20th-century trend of combining American and European theatrical elements.
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