For 10 points—name this Nahum Tate and Henry Purcell opera about the queen of Carthage and a Roman patriarch.
In some modern productions, the Sorceress is portrayed by a bass and the Spirit is taken by a countertenor. Because it was first staged in a girls' school, the actor portraying one of title characters had to sneak into the performance. Remembrance Day observations in Britain often use the lament "When I am Laid in Earth" from this opera. Its second act sees a royal hunt interrupted by a magical storm. For 10 points—name this Nahum Tate and Henry Purcell opera about the queen of Carthage and a Roman patriarch.
In some modern productions, the Sorceress is portrayed by a bass and the Spirit is taken by a countertenor.
{Dido and Aeneas}