Azora, the Daughter of Montezuma

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Azora, The Daughter of Montezuma is an opera in 3 acts by American composer Henry Kimball Hadley. Its libretto was written by author David Stevens. The opera was premiered by the Chicago Opera Association on December 18, 1917.

[edit] Characters

  • Montezuma II, Emperor of Mexico
  • Xalca, A Tlascalan Prince
  • Canek, High Priest of the Sun
  • Ramatzin, General of Montezuma's Army
  • Piqui-Chaqui (Flea-footed), A Runner
  • Hernando Cortéz, Conqueror of Mexico
  • A Spanish Priest
  • Azora, Montezuma's Daughter
  • Papantzin, Sister of Montemuma