PRAGUE.
THE only real novelty upon our boards was Udalrich and Bozena, a romantic opera in three acts, by F. V. Ernst, the music by Capellmeister Skraup. The various prior compositions of this author scarcely justified an expectation of so good a work as the present opera, the score of which furnishes evidence of meritorious exertions and progress in the art. Like all new operas, however, it presents reminiscences, but it is distinguished by a richness of melody not to be found in Mr. Ernst’s prior labours. Among the best pieces in the opera are the aria of Bozena (Demlle. Lutzer), that of Udalrich (Mr. Driska), and that of Borowin (Mr. Podhorsky), as also the romance of the above lady, and her duet with the duke, the spirited allegro of which was every time encored. As further favourable specimens, we might quote the trio between Borowin, Udalrich, and Ladka (Demlle. Pittner), a quartet, and all the three finales. The overture is a weak composition.
The reception was enthusiastic, and the execution, while it gave proof of careful rehearsal, did great honour to our vocal company.