Der Neffe als Onkel Lustspiel in drei Aufzuegen. Aus dem Franzoesischen des Picard

A breezy comedy of errors unfolds in a French aristocratic household, where a young officer hides from his foes by slipping into his uncle’s uniform and even his wig. When a cryptic invitation arrives for a garden soirée, his friend Valcour arrives, unaware that the note was penned by the very man he believes to be a mysterious lady. The resulting mix‑ups of identities, secret rendezvous and playful banter set the stage for a lively first act that teases both romance and rivalry.

As the characters juggle disguises and flirtations, the sharp wit of the dialogue reveals the absurdities of rank, duty and love in a world where a single misplaced letter can spark scandal. Meanwhile, a loyal servant and a carefree bride‑to‑be add extra layers of humor, heightening the chaos without ever losing the charming tone of an 18th‑century salon. Listeners are invited to linger in this delightful tangle of misunderstandings, anticipating how the playful intrigue might resolve while savoring each witty exchange.