Patience, or Bunthorne's Bride

Set in the village of Bunthorne, the story follows lovesick maidens infatuated with the self-absorbed poet Reginald Bunthorne, who is instead drawn to the indifferent milkmaid Patience. This leads to humorous romantic entanglements, especially with a group of dragoon guards also vying for the maidens’ affection. The opera cleverly satirizes the aesthetic movement and romantic conventions of the late 19th century through exaggerated characters and witty lyrics, ensuring its enduring appeal in musical theater.