The Elixir of Love Donizetti
Canadian Opera Company

Shy Nemorino will do anything to win the heart of the clever Adina—even buy a so-called “elixir of love” from the travelling quack Dr. Dulcamara. The potion (really, cheap wine) sparks a whirlwind of comic misunderstandings before true love finally triumphs.

A hit at its premiere and beloved ever since, The Elixir of Love delights with its warmth, wit, and irresistible melody. Donizetti’s music perfectly captures this “male Cinderella” tale, from the bubbling ensembles to the tender beauty of Nemorino’s “Una furtiva lagrima,” one of opera’s most famous arias.