The Dollar Princess

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"The Dollar Princess" is a comedic operetta that tells the story of a wealthy American heiress, Alice Hughes, who travels to Europe to find a suitable husband. While in Vienna, Alice meets the impoverished Count Danilo, and they immediately fall in love. However, Danilo is hesitant to pursue a relationship with Alice because of her wealth, fearing that she only wants to marry him for his title and not for love. In the meantime, Alice's father insists that she marry a titled European, and a number of suitors, including the scheming Prince Popoff and the charming Baron Sadoja, attempt to woo her.

The plot is complicated by misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and a subplot involving Danilo's attempt to clear his debts by winning a racehorse bet. Throughout the operetta, the characters sing a series of memorable songs, including the show-stopping "Girls, Girls, Girls," which features a chorus of women from all over Europe vying for the attention of the eligible bachelors.

"The Dollar Princess" premiered in 1907 in Vienna and was an instant success. It was later adapted for the London and New York stages and has remained a popular work in the operetta canon. The show's enduring popularity is due in part to its witty humor, memorable melodies, and charming romantic storyline.