Publisher's Synopsis
The Beggar's Opera, written by John Gay, is a satirical play that was first performed in 1728. The play tells the story of a group of criminals and their leader, Macheath, who is a notorious highwayman. The play is unique in that it is written entirely in ballad form, with each character singing their lines. The play was a huge success when it was first performed and has since been adapted into various forms, including a modern-day musical adaptation called The Threepenny Opera.This edition of the play includes the music to each song, allowing readers to fully experience the play as it was intended to be performed. The songs are written in a variety of styles, including ballads, jigs, and marches, and are accompanied by detailed instructions on how they should be performed. The music is an integral part of the play, helping to set the tone and mood of each scene.Overall, The Beggar's Opera is a witty and entertaining play that provides a unique glimpse into 18th-century London society. This edition, with its inclusion of the music, is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of theater and music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
