THE LOVE POTION, based on the opera L'Elisir d'Amore by Gaetano Donizetti, adapted by Jesse Martin
THE LOVE POTION, based on the opera L'Elisir d'Amore by Gaetano Donizetti, adapted by Jesse Martin
 

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Description
 
Bring the romance and comedy of classic opera to your stage—no singing required! This 30-minute play script adapts Gaetano Donizetti's famous L'Elisir d'Amore into a fast-paced, hilarious story. Set in mid-1800s Italy, the plot is packed with competing suitors, a dash of class warfare, a poor village girl, and a "magical" love elixir that causes more chaos than romance. It's a perfect introduction to opera's grand themes for high schoolers. Download your script today!

Features
  • A hilarious, accessible adaptation of a world-famous comic opera.
  • Flexible casting with 7 speaking roles and unlimited extras for villagers, soldiers, and workers.
  • A quick 30-minute runtime, ideal for one-act festivals, competitions, or as a lively classroom unit.
  • Features witty dialogue, classic comedic tropes, and a charming 19th-century Italian setting.

Finding plays for high school that are both classic and genuinely funny can be a major challenge. You need play scripts that expose students to great literature but also keep them engaged and entertained. "The Love Potion" is the perfect solution, offering plays for high schoolers a chance to tackle big romantic themes, physical comedy, and witty wordplay all in one act. Give your students a taste of grand opera, simplified for the stage. Order your script from Plays Magazine today!

Specs
  • Cast: 7+ actors (2 female, 5 male, as many extras as desired)
  • Grade Level: Upper Grades (High School)
  • Running Time: 30 minutes
  • Setting: A village in mid-1800s Italy
  • Format: Royalty-Free Script
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