TIRANA, February 12 – Gaetano Donizetti’s opera “L’Elisir d’amore” premiered last night at the National Theatre of Opera, Ballet and Folk Ensemble.

The theatre staged the opera during the month of love. The production highlighted the work’s comic and romantic character. Meanwhile, the creative team set the story in a picturesque coastal village. The plot follows Nemorino, a naive young man who believes a magic elixir will help him win Adina’s heart.

Two casts perform in this production. Last night, the audience watched Enkeleda Kamani as Adina and Galeano Salas as Nemorino. Davide Luciano performed the role of Belcore. Baritone Gëzim Myshketa appeared as Doctor Dulcamara. Ana Tafani took the role of Gianetta.

The first cast received long applause from the audience. The new production conveyed sincerity and humor. The staging emphasized faith in true love and the courage to love. The elixir symbolized hope and the human desire to feel chosen and loved.

This production returned “L’Elisir d’amore” to the Albanian stage after 14 years. The theatre will stage the opera again tonight and on February 13 and 14.

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