The Barber of Seville

"The Barber of Seville" is a comedic play by Pierre Beaumarchais, written in 1773 but not staged until 1775 due to political and legal issues. The story revolves around Count Almaviva, who falls in love with Rosine but fears she may only be interested in his wealth. Enter Figaro, a resourceful barber, who aids the count in his pursuit of true love. This play is part of Beaumarchais' Figaro trilogy, which also includes "The Follies of a Day: or the Marriage of Figaro" and "The Guilty Mother." "The Barber of Seville" has been adapted into multiple operas, with Rossini's version being the most well-known.