Nellina: Dramma in Tre Atti(taken from Roberto Bracco Teatro, Vol. VII)

A dramatic play written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around complex relationships and societal issues, primarily focusing on the characters involved and their intertwined lives. The main character, Nellina, navigates her world of love and betrayal, while the dynamics with characters such as Cesare, her guardian, and Giacomo, his son, suggest themes of power, dependency, and rebellion. The opening of the play introduces a refined setting where Cesare, a middle-aged man, contemplates his life and expresses a desire to withdraw from romantic entanglements, which he refers to as ''affairs of the heart.'' His interactions with Don Candido, a somewhat sycophantic figure, reveal Cesare's struggle with his past relationships, particularly with a woman named Gigetta, who appears later. Nellina is introduced as a character striving for her independence and grappling with her identity, indicating her potential as a catalyst for conflict in these relationships. The tone shifts as tensions build, highlighting a blend of humor and seriousness, foreshadowing the emotional turmoil that will unfold as the story progresses.