CultureAugust 23, 2026
libretto
li-BRET-oh
Definition
The text or script used in an opera, musical, or other extended musical work.
Etymology
Derived from the Italian word 'libretto', which is a diminutive of 'libro', meaning 'book'. It entered English in the mid-18th century to describe the printed text of an opera.
In the news
The article mentions a freshly translated libretto used in this specific production of Mozart's opera to ensure the comedic meaning is clear to modern audiences.
Danielle de Niese’s directorial debut is a brilliant, witty affair
Read the full article ↗The Telegraph