The Student Prince: A Musical Play: Complete Book and Lyrics (Historical Libretto Series)

Complete book and lyrics to the classic operetta.

Step into the world of operetta, where youthful dreams and royal destinies entwine beneath vine-laced taverns and moonlit cobblestone streets. In Dorothy Donnelly's libretto for The Student Prince-first brought to the Broadway stage in 1924-an idealistic young heir trades the rigid formality of court life for the gentle freedoms and thrilling possibilities of university days. Amid laughter, revelry, and the melodious strains of Sigmund Romberg's renowned score, our princely student finds himself enraptured by Kathie, a spirited barmaid whose humble origins threaten to unravel the carefully woven tapestry of his future.

Before penning this timeless operetta, Donnelly (1880-1928) enjoyed a vibrant theatrical career. An accomplished American actress, playwright, and librettist, she became best known for her deft poetic touch and keen sense of humanity's desires and dilemmas. Her lyrics and dialogue, filled with wit, tenderness, and poignant longing, lend The Student Prince an enduring resonance that transcends generations.

This newly published libretto brings Donnelly's text to the fore, illuminating the universal struggle between duty and desire and celebrating the transformative power of love. Enter the world of The Student Prince-where star-crossed lovers sing beneath starlit German skies and youthful hearts discover their true voices.