Vincenzo Bellini’s final masterpiece, “I Puritani,” represents an authentic poetic manifesto of Italian Bel Canto. Due to the extreme vocal difficulties of the roles originally written for legends Rubini and Grisi, the opera is rarely performed. Absent from La Scala since 1971, its return firmly reaffirms Milan as the true home of the bel canto tradition.
This spectacular new production features conductor Fabio Luisi, a master of the repertoire’s delicate expressive codes, paired with the intense, visually striking direction of Davide Livermore. After an extensive search, tenor Galeano Salas tackles the forbidding role of Arturo, starring alongside the brilliant Adela Zaharia as Elvira and Mattia Olivieri as Riccardo.
Plot of I Puritani
Set in 17th-century England during the Civil War, Elvira, daughter of a Puritan commander, is overjoyed when her father allows her to marry her true love, the Royalist Arturo, instead of her Puritan suitor Riccardo. However, on their wedding day, Arturo discovers that Queen Enrichetta is imprisoned in the fortress and faces execution. Driven by loyalty, Arturo helps the Queen escape by disguising her in Elvira’s bridal veil. Believing herself betrayed and abandoned at the altar, Elvira loses her sanity and slips into deep madness. Arturo is condemned to death in his absence. When he secretly returns to explain his innocence to Elvira, her mind clears, but they are quickly captured by the Puritans. Just as Arturo faces execution, news arrives of a general amnesty, permanently restoring peace, Elvira’s sanity, and the lovers’ future.
Cast and Creative Team of I Puritani
Opera in three acts
Libretto by Carlo Pepoli
Orchestra and Chorus of Teatro alla Scala
Teatro alla Scala New Production
Conductor • Fabio Luisi
Staging • Davide Livermore
Sets • Eleonora Peronetti, Paolo Gep Cucco,Davide Livermore
Costumes • Gianluca Falaschi
Lights • Antonio Castro
Video • D-Wok
Gualtiero Valton • Vittorio De Campo
Giorgio • Giorgi Manoshvili
Arturo • Galeano Salas (15, 19, 21, 23, 25, 29 Jun.; 1 Jul.) / Valerio Borgioni (17 Jun.)
Riccardo • Mattia Olivieri
Bruno • Paolo Antognetti
Enrichetta • Marta Pluda
Elvira • Adela Zaharia (15, 19, 21, 25, 29 Jun.) / Gilda Fiume (17, 23 Jun.; 1 Jul.)
Booking Process
Music trip to Milan for 3 days / 2 nights with premium tickets for the opera “I Puritani”. The highlight is a visit to the famous Teatro alla Scala on the second evening to experience a magnificent performance in a world-famous environment with global stars. You can select between Essential and Superior Package.
Each travel package will be composed according to your wishes. Follow the booking process:
Essential Package: Includes premium tickets, 4-star hotel accommodation in the city center, and breakfast.
Superior Package: Includes premium tickets, 4- or 5-star hotel accommodation, private city walking tour, aperitif with light dinner before the show, and a festive gourmet dinner.
Extend your journey into an unforgettable Italian experience: Beyond Milan and the enchanting Lombardy region with its sophisticated Northern Italian Lakes, we invite you to expand your travel package according to your desires.
We can seamlessly combine your visit to La Scala with additional performances at Italy’s most prestigious opera houses—such as the historic Teatro di San Carlo in Naples, the innovative Maggio Musicale Fiorentino in Florence, the elegant Teatro Regio in Turin, or the grand Teatro Massimo in Palermo. Enhance your trip further with a bespoke gourmet package featuring exclusive tastings and culinary discoveries across the country. Everything—including premium hotels, curated opera tickets, and private transfers—will be meticulously organized by us, completely tailored to your personal wishes.
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Bellini's Bel Canto masterpiece "I Puritani" returns to La Scala after 56 years. Conducted by Fabio Luisi and directed by Davide Livermore, starring Galeano Salas and Adela Zaharia in a legendary, vocally breathtaking drama.
Bellini's Bel Canto masterpiece "I Puritani" returns to La Scala after 56 years. Conducted by Fabio Luisi and directed by Davide Livermore, starring Galeano Salas and Adela Zaharia in a legendary, vocally breathtaking drama.
Bellini's Bel Canto masterpiece "I Puritani" returns to La Scala after 56 years. Conducted by Fabio Luisi and directed by Davide Livermore, starring Galeano Salas and Adela Zaharia in a legendary, vocally breathtaking drama.
Bellini's Bel Canto masterpiece "I Puritani" returns to La Scala after 56 years. Conducted by Fabio Luisi and directed by Davide Livermore, starring Galeano Salas and Adela Zaharia in a legendary, vocally breathtaking drama.
Bellini's Bel Canto masterpiece "I Puritani" returns to La Scala after 56 years. Conducted by Fabio Luisi and directed by Davide Livermore, starring Galeano Salas and Adela Zaharia in a legendary, vocally breathtaking drama.
Bellini's Bel Canto masterpiece "I Puritani" returns to La Scala after 56 years. Conducted by Fabio Luisi and directed by Davide Livermore, starring Galeano Salas and Adela Zaharia in a legendary, vocally breathtaking drama.
Bellini's Bel Canto masterpiece "I Puritani" returns to La Scala after 56 years. Conducted by Fabio Luisi and directed by Davide Livermore, starring Galeano Salas and Adela Zaharia in a legendary, vocally breathtaking drama.
Bellini's Bel Canto masterpiece "I Puritani" returns to La Scala after 56 years. Conducted by Fabio Luisi and directed by Davide Livermore, starring Galeano Salas and Adela Zaharia in a legendary, vocally breathtaking drama.
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