Hänsel and Gretel: A Fairy Opera in Three Acts

Adelheid Wette asked that her older brother, Engelbert Humperdinck, compose music for some children's song lyrics she had written. That simple request led to a sibling collaboration for a much loved Grand Opera enjoyed by audiences the world over. This audio book is a recitation of the libretto written by Adelheid Wette for HÄNSEL AND GRETEL, A FAIRY OPERA IN THREE ACTS. (Summary by Brian Fullen)

Cast List:

Peter, Broom-maker, husband of Gertrude, father of Hänsel and Gretel: Alan Mapstone

Gertrude, wife of Peter, mother of Hänsel and Gretel: The Countess

Hänsel: valroth

Gretel: Norah Nelson

The Witch, who eats children: Sonia

Sandman, the Sleep Fairy, also the voice of Cuckoo and Echo: David Purdy

Dewman, the Dawn Fairy: MajorToast

Children: Brian Fullen

Stage Directions: Estefanía Vidal

Editing: Brian Fullen