by Iotis Erlewine
synopsis
A musical work by Johann Strauss provides the basis for this musical comedy set in Vienna during the late 19th century. It tells the story of a prince who plans an enormous costume ball to get revenge on a friend. As the lavish dance begins, comic mayhem ensues.
characteristics
- Retribution
- Retaliation
- Prince
- Revenge
- Vendetta
- Vigilante
- Vengeance
- Mistaken-identity
- Jealousy
- Costume Ball
- Ball [dance]
- Costume-party
- Covetous
- Friend
- Envy
