Verdi said that for his new opera he was looking for a subject depicting "people of special characters as bearers of courageous and varied deeds." He found it in García Gutiérrez's successful drama set in 15th-century Spain. Verdi set this chivalric drama full of twists and turns and compelling denouements to music with typical romantic emotion, and it definitely does not lack magnificent melodies.

The Troubadour

Theater of JK Tyl New Stage

Amidst golden pyramids and imposing scenery, Franco Zeffirelli's luxurious and fantastic Egypt is back at the Arena with Aida. In this majestic production, a legend is back for seven performances for the 2026 Festival.

Aida Ed. Franco Zeffirelli

Arena di Verona

The emotions of ‘Va, pensiero’ as you have never experienced them before. Come and marvel at Nabucco, the choral drama par excellence, in a poetic and visionary production designed by Stefano Poda.

Paolo Lardizzone

Events

Past events

Sep 26, 2026

The Troubadour · J.K. Tyl Theatre

Jul 30 - Sep 10, 2026

Aida Ed. Franco Zeffirelli · Fondazione Arena di Verona

Future and recently performed repertoire

Ishmael in Nabucco by Verdi

Fondazione Arena di Verona

Radamès in Aida by Verdi

Fondazione Arena di Verona

Manrico in The Troubadour by Verdi

J.K. Tyl Theatre

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