Show Plot Die Fledermaus

Authors: Johann Strauss II with libretto by Karl Haffner and Richard Genee

Time Period: Mid 19th Century

Setting: Late 19th century, specifically set around New Year's Eve

Summary: Die Fledermaus (The Bat) is a lighthearted comedy operetta. A wealthy man tries to trick his wife to attend a lavish party. In a hilarious twist, the wife and their maid attend in disguise, outsmarting him. The mayhem is an elaborate revenge prank for a past practical joke.