Tacoma Opera presents a rare comedy about an amorous young count pursuing an innocent countess, complete with multiple deceptions, brilliant music, and men disguised as nuns.
Lying, cheating, cross-dressing. The things we'll do for love.
In the light of laughter, the music of Rossini shines bright, even when set in the dark ages of the crusades. The beautiful Countess Adele's brother is away at war, so the innocent girl is without any protection, save her own castle walls. To gain entrance, the always-amorous Count Ory disguises himself and his men as nuns.
Rossini's final comedy, "Le Comte Ory" is packed full of escapades and innuendo, none of which are subtle. Join the party at the jewel-box Rialto Theater for a show that may forever change your view on the habits of nuns.
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