The Betrothal

In a modest wood‑cutter’s cottage, the sleepy teenager Tyltyl awakens to an unexpected visitor—Bérylune, the fairy who once guided him on his quest for the Blue Bird. Though the years have added height and strength to his frame, the fairy finds him still prone to daydreams and careless habits. Their reunion sparks a lively exchange about the passage of time, the mysteries of destiny, and the looming responsibilities of adulthood as Tyltyl nears his sixteenth birthday.

Beyond the humble kitchen, the play expands into a vivid tapestry of characters: the daughters of the village tradespeople, a chorus of ancestors, and whimsical beings like the Veiled Girl and the Miser. Together they traverse enchanted settings—a fairy palace, a milky‑way‑like curtain, and the hidden realm of children—setting the stage for a new adventure that will test Tyltyl’s choices and his heart. The first act hints at a journey where love, duty, and the lingering magic of the Blue Bird intertwine, inviting listeners to wonder what path the young hero will follow.