Roles
| Role | Voice type | Premiere cast, 3 January 1843 (Conductor: – ) |
|---|---|---|
| Don Pasquale, an elderly bachelor | bass | Luigi Lablache |
| Dr Malatesta, his physician | baritone | Antonio Tamburini |
| Ernesto, Pasquale's nephew | tenor | Giovanni Mario |
| Norina, a youthful widow, Ernesto's beloved | soprano | Giulia Grisi |
| Carlino, Malatesta's cousin and a notary | bass | Federico Lablache |
| Servants | ||
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