Il Matrimonio Segreto, also known as The Secret Marriage, is a comic opera written by Italian composer Domenico Cimarosa in 1792. The story is set in 18th century Italy and follows the tale of Carolina, the daughter of Geronimo, a wealthy merchant who wants to marry her off to a wealthy count. However, Carolina is secretly in love with Paolino, her father's clerk, and they have already been married in secret. The plot thickens when Geronimo's other...