Hannah Glawari

Hannah Glawari is a character from Franz Lehár’s operetta *The Merry Widow*. She is a wealthy, charming widow from a small Balkan country, central to the story's plot. Her fortune makes her a desirable match for suitors and a tool for political influence. The story revolves around the efforts of her homeland to ensure she marries a local man, thus keeping her wealth within the country. Hannah's character embodies elegance, wit, and independence, playing a pivotal role in themes of love, wealth, and social maneuvering.