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Die keusche Susanne is a German operetta composed by Jean Gilbert, with a libretto by Georg Okonkowski, that premiered in Magdeburg in 1910. The work is recognized as one of the most successful Berlin operettas of the early 20th century, notable for its lively rhythms and comedic farce. Its narrative centers on the romantic and humorous misunderstandings of its title character. The operetta achieved international popularity and was adapted into English as The Girl in the Taxi, premiering in London in 1912.
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Who composed Die keusche Susanne?
Die keusche Susanne was composed by Jean Gilbert, with text by Georg Okonkowski and Alfred Schönfeld. It is a three-act German operetta from the early 20th century.
When and where did Die keusche Susanne premiere?
The operetta premiered on February 26, 1910, at the Wilhelm-Theater in Magdeburg. Its early success helped establish it as one of Jean Gilbert's best-known stage works.
What is the plot of Die keusche Susanne?
The comedy revolves around mistaken assumptions about Susanne's supposed chastity and the social consequences of rumors, flirtation, and appearances. The original setting was Paris, while Robert Gilbert's 1953 revision moved the action to Berlin around the turn of the century.
Is Die keusche Susanne a German opera or an operetta?
It is an operetta, combining spoken dialogue, songs, comic situations, and lively dance-oriented music. The 1910 Magdeburg premiere and the work's three-act structure place it firmly in the Berlin operetta tradition rather than grand opera.
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