In one of his operas, Geronte decides to abduct the title character not long after Des Grieux is captivated by her.
In one of his operas, Geronte decides to abduct the title character not long after Des Grieux is captivated by her. Along with Manon Lescaut, another one of his operas features the aria "Donde lieta uscì," where Mimi asks Rodolfo if she can separate from him. In another opera by this composer, (*) Mario Cavaradossi sings the aria, "E lucevan le stelle" while waiting to be executed. His most famous opera ends with Cio-Cio San committing suicide with a sword after Pinkerton arrives in Japan. For 10 points, name this Italian composer of the operas La Boheme, Tosca, and Madama Butterfly.
In one of his operas, Geronte decides to abduct the title character not long after Des Grieux is captivated by her.
Giacomo Puccini