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Mlle. Modiste, composed by Herbert in 1905, is an American operetta centered around Fritzi Scheff’s performance. The work explores a romance set within a Parisian fashion house and includes the memorable tune "Kiss Me Again." It was primarily intended for audiences interested in early 20th-century American operatic productions and those appreciating Herbert's musical style.
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What is the story of Mlle. Modiste?
The operetta follows Fifi, a Parisian hat-shop employee who dreams of becoming an opera singer. Her romance with Etienne is complicated by his aristocratic uncle, Count Henri, and by the expectations surrounding class and marriage.
Who wrote the song "Kiss Me Again" from Mlle. Modiste?
Victor Herbert composed the music, while Henry Blossom wrote the libretto and lyrics. "Kiss Me Again" became the score's best-known number and outlived the original 1905 Broadway production.
Was Mlle. Modiste written specifically for Fritzi Scheff?
Fritzi Scheff created the starring role of Fifi in the original Broadway production and became closely identified with "Kiss Me Again." The role was designed to showcase both her operatic training and her comic stage presence.
How is Mlle. Modiste connected to the film Kiss Me Again?
The operetta was adapted into the 1925 silent film Mademoiselle Modiste and the 1931 musical film Kiss Me Again. The latter starred Bernice Claire and retained music associated with Victor Herbert's stage work.
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