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What does Rigoletto mean?

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Rigoletto is an opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi. It is considered by many to be the first of the operatic masterpieces of Verdi's middle-to-late career. Its tragic story revolves around the licentious Duke of Mantua, his hunch-backed court jester Rigoletto and Rigoletto's beautiful daughter Gilda.


Thereof, what is the story of Rigoletto?

Rigoletto is a jester in the court of the Duke of Mantua. He has a hunch-back and he's rather unattractive, but he's good at his job of humiliating the courtiers for the amusement of the Duke. Later, the courtiers discover that Rigoletto is secretly living with Gilda, whom they believe to be his mistress.

Additionally, where is Rigoletto located? Italy

Also, is Rigoletto a tragedy?

Set design by Philippe Chaperon. Rigoletto (pronounced [rigoˈletto]) is an opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi. Its tragic story revolves around the licentious Duke of Mantua, his hunch-backed court jester Rigoletto, and Rigoletto's beautiful daughter Gilda.

How long does Rigoletto last?

This performance runs for 2 hours and 15 minutes, including one 20-minute interval.

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