Like a painting brought to life: within a transparent structure, the vibrant Paris of the nineteenth century comes to life, forming the backdrop of an unforgettable story of love and friendship. The most recent Arena production of La Bohème, designed by Alfonso Signorini, returns to the Arena di Verona for four nights.

La Bohème

Arena di Verona

"L'elisir d'amore" is a masterpiece by Gaetano DONIZETTI, best known for his bel canto operas. It is the story of Nemorino, a youth who hears the story of how a potion made Tristan und Isolde fall in love and sets out to woo Adina, the most beautiful woman in the village. The music itself directly conveys the characters of Nemorino, the lead character, unable to convey his love as he feels it, and of Adina whose heart is in a tumult for love. At every turn we get a real feel for DONIZETTI's skill, such as in the supreme musical moment in the opera when Nemorino sings "Una furtiva lagrima", or in the bright and distinctive Sergeant Belcore, the villain of the piece, or in Dr. Dulcamara's witty personality. The lively voice of the chorus further rouses the mood on stage. This production by Cesare LIEVI (first staged in 2009) saw the appearance of props like a 9-meter-long book and huge letters of the alphabet, and an actual-size small airplane, earning it a reputation for playfulness and on-the-mark psychological portrayals.

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L'elisir d'amore

New National Theatre

In a love triangle with a high priestess, no one can win. Nadir and Zurga have loved and foresworn Leïla in order to maintain their friendship. Meanwhile, Leïla’s vow of chastity to serve the village creates a barrier to her future happiness. Crossing that barrier could end friendships and quite possibly lives. Yet Nadir and Leïla feel the magnetic pull of true love.

Francesca Pia Vitale

Events

Past events

3 - 25 Jul, 2026

La Bohème · Fondazione Arena di Verona

16 - 27 May, 2026

L'elisir d'amore · Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Leïla in Les pêcheurs de perles by Bizet

Palm Beach Opera

Adina in L'elisir d'amore by Donizetti

Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra

Musetta in La bohème by Puccini

Fondazione Arena di Verona

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