Gloriana
Gloriana is an opera in three acts by Benjamin Britten to an English libretto by William Plomer, based on historical incidents. First performance: Royal Opera House, London, 1953.
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Opera - Benjamin Britten - Libretto - William Plomer - Royal Opera House - London - 1953
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It depicts the relationship between Queen Elizabeth I of England and the Earl of Essex, and was composed for coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen is however said to have been disappointed by the opera.
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Queen Elizabeth I - Earl of Essex - Elizabeth II - Opera
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