La Fille du régiment

La Fille du régiment follows Marie, a vivacious young woman raised by the soldiers of the 21st Regiment of the French Army after being found as an orphan on the battlefield. Beloved by all the troops, Marie has grown up surrounded by military life and camaraderie. When the handsome Tonio, a young peasant, falls in love with her and wishes to marry her, the regiment's sergeant and soldiers initially resist, fearing the loss of their cherished mascot. As complications unfold involving Marie's true parentage and her unexpected connection to nobility, she must navigate the conflicting demands of her regimental family and her newfound aristocratic heritage. The opera celebrates themes of loyalty, love, and belonging, culminating in a joyous resolution that honors both Marie's military roots and her romantic aspirations.