An exotic pet tree and an odd love triangle are some of the many elements in George Frideric Handel’s “Xerxes.” It is a comic, theatrical opera written in 1738 about love and our responses to it. Even though “Xerxes” has been around for some time, it still holds the interests of audiences today. The story, originally about the ancient Persian king Xerxes’ life and relationships. This includes his involvement with both his brother’s fianc