Das Mädchen aus der Feenwelt; oder, Der Bauer als Millionär

The tale opens in a dazzling fairy hall where golden instruments sing under shimmering lamps. A quartet of magical musicians—a triton, two furies, and little Borax—plays a whimsical concerto that draws the attention of a colorful audience of wizards, allegorical figures, and mischievous genii. Their light‑hearted banter introduces a world where time itself is personified, setting a tone of joyous fantasy and gentle satire.

Amid the applause, we meet Lakrimosa, a mighty fairy confined to her cloud palace, and her sprightly son Borax, whose yearning for praise sparks both comedy and tension. Across the veil between realms, a humble farmer named Fortunatus begins an unexpected rise, hinting at a miraculous reversal of fortune that will intertwine the mortal and magical spheres. The first act promises music, merriment, and the first stirrings of an adventure that bridges earth and fairyland.