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Libuse is a three-act Czech opera by Bedrich Smetana, with a libretto by Josef Wenzig translated into Czech by Ervin Spindler. Based on the legendary princess and prophetess Libuse, it depicts disputes over justice, her marriage to Premysl, and a concluding vision of the Czech nation's future. Conceived as a ceremonial work, it received its premiere in 1881 at the opening of Prague's National Theatre.
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Who composed the opera Libuše?
Libuše was composed by Bedřich Smetana, with a libretto by Josef Wenzig translated into Czech by Ervin Spindler. It is a three-act Czech opera based on the legendary princess and prophetess Libuše.
What is the plot of Libuše?
The opera follows Libuše as she judges disputes, confronts questions of justice, and marries Přemysl. It ends with her prophetic vision of the future of the Czech nation.
When was Libuše first performed?
Libuše was first performed at the opening of Prague's National Theatre in 1881. Smetana wrote it as a ceremonial national opera rather than an ordinary yearly repertory piece.
Why is Libuše important in Czech opera?
Libuše is closely tied to Czech national identity and ceremonial occasions. Its final prophecy and large orchestral style make it one of Smetana's most symbolic works.
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