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Sweethearts is an American operetta with music by Victor Herbert and a libretto and lyrics by Harry B. Smith, Fred de Gresac, and Robert B. Smith. It premiered in Baltimore in 1913 before moving to Broadway, where it played at the New Amsterdam and Liberty theatres.
Set partly in the fictional kingdom of Zilania, the romantic story uses mistaken identity, royal succession, and political intrigue within the conventions of early twentieth-century musical theater.
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Who composed the operetta Sweethearts?
The operetta Sweethearts was composed by the prominent theatrical composer Victor Herbert in 1913. It became one of his well-known stage works of the era.
Where did the operetta Sweethearts premiere?
Victor Herbert's Sweethearts held its initial premiere in Baltimore before moving to New York. Its Broadway run consisted of 136 performances at the New Amsterdam and Liberty theatres.
When was Victor Herbert's Sweethearts first performed?
The operetta Sweethearts was first introduced to audiences in 1913. It later achieved a successful 136-performance Broadway run.
What theaters hosted the original Broadway run of Sweethearts?
The original Broadway production of Sweethearts played at the historic New Amsterdam and Liberty theatres. This run lasted for a total of 136 performances after its initial Baltimore premiere.
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