de Peppo lives and breathes buffo style, and clearly sets an example for his younger colleagues
Bass-baritone Stefano de Peppo played Petronio, the foolish father, standing in the way of youth and love. He seems like an expert in handling such roles which are plentiful in opera buffa.
With the help of Stage Director Alan E. Hicks, each of the principals created a memorable character that grew with the increasingly intense emotions of the libretto.