Serse

About the show

King Serse falls in love with Romilda, who loves his brother Arsamene. Serse orders Arsamene to court her on his behalf, then banishes him. Arsamene’s servant Elviro tries to deliver a letter, but Romilda’s sister Atalanta intercepts it and deceives both Romilda and Serse. Meanwhile, the princess Amastre, whom Serse jilted, disguises herself and confronts the King’s plans. Serse orders Arsamene to kill Romilda, but Amastre reveals her identity. Serse admits his fault, agrees to marry Amastre, and accepts Romilda and Arsamene’s marriage.