Embark on a transcendent journey through the enchanting realms of Giacomo Puccini’s ,timeless masterpiece, “Turandot,” as the 86th Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Festival transforms the Teatro del Maggio in Florence into a magical haven of operatic brilliance. From April 13 to June 13, 2024, experience the ethereal fusion of captivating storytelling and resplendent melodies in the heart of Italy’s cultural epicenter. The Festival’s rendition of “Turandot” promises an immersive exploration of love, sacrifice, and destiny within the opulent confines of this historic venue, where each note resonates with the city’s rich artistic heritage.
The Package
Music trip to Florence for 3 days / 2 nights with a performance at the Teatro del Maggio Florence.
The Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, located in Florence, Italy, is one of the most renowned opera houses in the world. Founded in 1933, the theater has a long and illustrious history of presenting some of the finest operatic performances, attracting audiences from all over the world.
The theater has undergone several renovations and upgrades over the years, including a major overhaul in the 1990s, which saw the addition of state-of-the-art technical equipment and improved seating arrangements. Today, the Teatro del Maggio is a modern, world-class facility that offers audiences an unparalleled opera experience.
The theater is home to the prestigious Maggio Musicale Fiorentino festival, which takes place each spring and features a variety of operatic performances, concerts, and other cultural events. The festival attracts some of the biggest names in the world of opera, as well as up-and-coming talent from around the globe.
In addition to its annual Festival del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, the Teatro del Maggio also hosts regular opera productions throughout the year, featuring some of the most beloved works of the genre. From classics to modern masterpieces, the theater offers a diverse and exciting program of performances.
Enjoy our music package with a magnificent performance and an exclusive leisure program in Florence. You can select between the essential package and add individual services that we offer with the superior program.
The highlight is an opera or ballet at the famous Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino.
The Story of Turandot
“Turandot” unfolds in ancient China, where the ruthless Princess Turandot challenges suitors to answer three riddles to win her hand. Failure means death. Calaf, a mysterious prince, captivated by Turandot, takes up the challenge. Despite her icy demeanor, Calaf’s love transforms Turandot. As he solves the riddles, Turandot resists, yet love triumphs. Calaf offers Turandot a riddle: if she discovers his name by dawn, he’ll accept death; if not, they marry. The opera climaxes with Turandot’s emotional journey, symbolizing the transformative power of love and the triumph of compassion over cruelty. Puccini’s powerful score heightens the drama, making “Turandot” an operatic masterpiece of love, sacrifice, and redemption.
The Artists
Concertmaster and conductor • Zubin Mehta
Direction • Zhang Yimou
Directed by • Stefania Grazioli
New BallettO di ToscanA
Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Orchestra and Chorus
Choir Master • Lorenzo Fratini
Cast
Turandot • Olga Maslova • Eunhee Maggio (3/5)
Altoum • Carlo Bosi
Timur • Simon Lim
Calaf • Angelos Samartzis • Ivan Magrì (27-30/04)
Liù • Valeria Sepe
Ping • Lodovico Filippo Ravizza
Pang • Oronzo D’Urso
Pong • Lorenzo Martelli
Un Mandarino • Qianming Dou
Il principe di Persia • Davide Ciarrocchi
Prima ancella • Thalida Marina Fogarasi
Seconda ancella • Anastassiya Kozhukharova
Performance Dates
Operas, Ballets, Concerts of the Season 2024
In Florence at the Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino