By convention, only the final version is called Fidelio, and the others are referred to as Leonore. The libretto tells how Leonore, disguised as a prison guard named "Fidelio", rescues her …

Mar 15, 2025 · Formally a singspiel (with musical numbers separated by spoken dialogue), Fidelio had a long and complex gestation. Its uplifting spirit made it the obvious choice for several …

Fidelio, however, is really a woman named Leonore; she disguised herself in order to search for her husband, Florestan, who was imprisoned two years earlier for his political views.

Beethoven’s sole opera, Fidelio, is a story of unwavering love and daring rescue. Disguised as a young man named Fidelio, Leonore infiltrates a prison to save her unjustly imprisoned …

Nov 20, 2025 · Explore Beethoven’s only opera ‘Fidelio’, a masterpiece celebrating love and freedom, featuring our recommended recording starring Jonas Kaufmann.

Nov 23, 2020 · Fidelio, Opera by Ludwig van Beethoven. Here is a complete guide with a thorough explanation of the story, something about the background, and the voices.

But a light in the darkness is breaking: Leonore, Florestan’s wife, has disguised herself as the male guard Fidelio to free her beloved. By infiltrating the system that oppresses her husband, …

Sep 17, 2024 · Fidelio is a timely political drama that follows a woman’s unyielding quest for freedom — for her husband and for society. Directed by Matthew Ozawa and conducted by …

Fidelio was composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. It is his only opera and was composed at a similar time to his 'Eroica' Symphony in the early 1800s. The original libretto was written by …

Fidelio is an opera in two acts by Ludwig van Beethoven. It is Beethoven's only opera. The German libretto is by Joseph Sonnleithner based on a French story. The opera tells how …