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Completed with astonishing speed and celebrated worldwide, Gioachino Rossini’s “Il barbiere di Siviglia” is one of the most beloved and frequently performed comic operas in history. This timeless masterpiece thrives on an inexorable comic mechanism, blending sharp social wit with unprecedented rhythmic energy and continuous melodic invention.
Leo Muscato’s ingenious staging brilliantly relocates the action to the backstage areas and dressing rooms of a theater, highlighting the tender yet cruel humanity of the characters. Conducting his first opera at La Scala is Giulio Cilona, a rising star of the Deutsche Oper Berlin. He leads a stellar cast featuring Boris Pinkhasovich as the clever Figaro, former Academy student Mara Gaudenzi as Rosina, and Jack Swanson as Almaviva.
Plot of Il barbiere di Siviglia
The wealthy young Count Almaviva is deeply in love with the beautiful Rosina, who is kept locked away by her elderly guardian, Dr. Bartolo, who plans to marry her himself for her dowry. To ensure Rosina loves him for himself and not his money, Almaviva disguises himself as a poor student named Lindoro. He enlists the help of Figaro, the clever and resourceful town barber. Together, they hatch a series of hilarious plots to gain entry to Bartolo’s house, with the Count appearing first as a drunken soldier and later as a substitute music teacher. Despite Bartolo’s constant suspicions and the scheming of the music master Basilio, the lovers outsmart the old guardian. Just before Bartolo can force a wedding, Figaro secures a notary, allowing Almaviva and Rosina to sign their marriage contract, leaving a outwitted Bartolo to accept defeat.
Cast and Creative Team of Il barbiere di Siviglia
Opera buffa in two acts
Libretto by Cesare Sterbini
Orchestra and Chorus of Teatro alla Scala
Teatro alla Scala Production
The Artists
Conductor • Giulio Cilona
Staging • Leo Muscato
Sets • Federica Parolini
Costumes • Silvia Aymonio
Lights • Alessandro Verazzi
Choreography • Nicole Kehrberger
CAST
Conte di Almaviva • Jack Swanson (2, 14, 19, 23, 27 Oct.) / Dave Monaco (8, 16, 21, 25, 29 Oct.)
Bartolo • Marco Filippo Romano (2, 14, 19, 21, 25, 27 Oct.) / Omar Montanari (8, 16, 23, 29 Oct.)
Rosina • Mara Gaudenzi (2, 14, 19, 23, 27 Oct.) / Chiara Amarù (8, 16, 21, 25, 29 Oct.)
Figaro • Boris Pinkhasovich (2, 14, 19, 21, 25, 27 Oct.) / Lodovico Filippo Ravizza (8, 16, 23, 29 Oct.)
Basilio • Huanhong Li
Fiorello • Gianluca Failla
Berta • Serena Gamberoni
Booking Process
Music trip to Milan for 3 days / 2 nights with premium tickets for the opera “Il barbiere di Siviglia”. 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:
- Select your preferred performance date from the list below
- Press “Add to cart” and “Send Request“
- When we receive your booking request, you will get an individual offer with your tailored itinerary and hotels to choose from. Only after your decision, we send you a travel contract to confirm the booking.
- Description of the Essential and Superior Package
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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Performance Dates Il barbiere di Siviglia
2027-10-02 ... 2027-10-29
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