The Geisha

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"The Geisha" is a romantic musical comedy that premiered in London's West End in 1896. Set in Japan during the late 19th century, the show revolves around the love triangle between two British officers, Lieutenant Fairfax and Captain Corcoran, and a beautiful Japanese geisha named Molly Seamore. Fairfax is engaged to Corcoran's daughter, but when he meets Molly, he falls in love with her.

As the story progresses, Fairfax tries to pursue his love for Molly while maintaining his engagement with Corcoran's daughter. Meanwhile, Corcoran is suspicious of his friend's behavior and begins to investigate, ultimately discovering the truth about Molly's background and forcing her to reveal a shocking secret.

The show features a blend of traditional Japanese music and Western operatic style. It was a huge success in its time, running for over 760 performances in the West End, and remains a popular choice for amateur and professional theater companies today.