Duration: 3 Days

Anker: Verona

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La Bohème

Opera LA BOHÈME by Giacomo Puccini
Arena di Verona 2026-07-03 ... 2026-07-25

Giacomo Puccini’s La Bohème, one of the most popular and beloved operas of all time, comes from July 3rd to 25th, 2026, to the Arena di Verona. This masterpiece tells the poignant love story of the poet Rodolfo and the young seamstress Mimì in 19th-century Paris. Under the sensitive direction of Alfonso Signorini and led by the baton of Francesco Lanzillotta, the production features a stellar cast including celebrated sopranos Eleonora Buratto and Carolina López Moreno as Mimì. Alongside them, world-renowned tenors Yusif Eyvazov and René Barbera breathe life into the role of Rodolfo. The emotional power of Puccini’s music promises to captivate the audience under the stars, offering an unforgettable journey through the romance and profound tragedy of young artistic life.

Verona is world famous for the Opera Festival in the Arena di Verona, which attracts millions of music lovers every summer. The Arena di Verona is the world’s largest open-air opera theatre with space for up to 22,000 spectators on the steps of the 45 rows of seats.

Every year we create exclusive music trips to Italy for friends of opera and ballet. Operas of the leading Italian composers Giuseppe Verdi, Giacomo Puccini, and Gioachino Rossini are favorites in the Arena. Enjoy the extraordinary atmosphere at the Roman amphitheater in the heart of Verona in the summer months under the open sky. Please make your travel plans early and select a performance of interest. Because, if there are less than two months to go, the best tickets might be sold out, the hotels might have increased prices and things may become difficult. With our music tours, you get the best seats, on upholstered chairs, together with a nice stay program in Verona.

“La bohème” by Giacomo Puccini tells the touching story of a group of young artists living a humble life in 19th-century Paris. The plot focuses on the love affair between the poet Rodolfo and the young seamstress Mimì.

In the first act, Rodolfo and Mimì meet by chance in the attic apartment that Rodolfo shares with his friends. They fall in love instantly and spend a romantic night together. But their love is threatened by the challenges of the poor artist’s life, poverty and Mimì’s ailing health.

In the second act, the opera shows the hustle and bustle of Parisian nightlife. Rodolfo, Mimì and their friends visit the café Momus, where Rodolfo is attracted to the rich courtesan Musetta. Meanwhile, Mimì’s health deteriorates and tensions between the lovers increase.

In the third act it becomes clear that poverty and Mimì’s illness burden their love. Rodolfo realizes that he is unable to offer Mimì the life she deserves. They decide to go their separate ways, although their love is still strong.

In the fourth act, Rodolfo and Mimì meet again, this time in winter. Mimì is severely weakened and her friends try to help her. In a poignant scene, Mimì says goodbye to Rodolfo and dies in his arms.

“La bohème” is known for its stirring music and deep emotions. Puccini captures the ups and downs of love, the joys and sorrows of the artist’s life, and the beauty and tragedy of human existence. The opera touches the audience with its authenticity and its ability to depict human emotions in all their facets.

Direction • Alfonso Signorini
Set design • Juan Guillermo Nova
Conductor • Francesco Lanzillotta
Orchestra, Chorus and Technical team • Fondazione Arena di Verona
Chorus Master • Roberto Gabbiani
Dance Company Coordinator • Gaetano Petrosino
Director of stage design • Michele Olcese

Cast

Mimì

  • Eleonora Buratto 03/07 | 11/07
  • Carolina López Moreno 17/07 | 25/07

Musetta

  • Francesca Pia Vitale 03/07 | 11/07
  • Enkeleda Kamani 17/07 | 25/07

Rodolfo

  • Yusif Eyvazov 03/07 | 11/07 | 17/07
  • René Barbera 25/07

Marcello

  • Mihai Damian 03/07 | 11/07 | 17/07 | 25/07

Colline

  • Alexander Roslavets 03/07 | 11/07 | 17/07 | 25/07

Schaunard

  • Jan Antem 03/07 | 11/07 | 17/07 | 25/07

Benoit

  • Nicolò Ceriani 03/07 | 11/07 | 17/07 | 25/07

Alcindoro

  • Gianfranco Montresor 03/07 | 11/07 | 17/07 | 25/07

Parpignol

  • Carlo Bosi 03/07 | 11/07
  • Matteo Macchioni 17/07 | 25/07

Sergente dei doganieri

  • Nicolò Rigano 03/07 | 11/07 | 17/07 | 25/07

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2026-07-03 ... 2026-07-25

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  • LA BOHÈME • Arena di Verona | July 03, 2026

    Arena di Verona Piazza Bra, 1, Verona, (VR), Italy

    LA BOHÈME will be performed at the Arena di Verona from July 3rd to 25th, 2026. Travel package with tickets and 2 nights in Verona.

    €425
  • LA BOHÈME • Arena di Verona | July 11, 2026

    Arena di Verona Piazza Bra, 1, Verona, (VR), Italy

    LA BOHÈME will be performed at the Arena di Verona from July 3rd to 25th, 2026. Travel package with tickets and 2 nights in Verona.

    €425
  • LA BOHÈME • Arena di Verona | July 17, 2026

    Arena di Verona Piazza Bra, 1, Verona, (VR), Italy

    LA BOHÈME will be performed at the Arena di Verona from July 3rd to 25th, 2026. Travel package with tickets and 2 nights in Verona.

    €425
  • LA BOHÈME • Arena di Verona | July 25, 2026

    Arena di Verona Piazza Bra, 1, Verona, (VR), Italy

    LA BOHÈME will be performed at the Arena di Verona from July 3rd to 25th, 2026. Travel package with tickets and 2 nights in Verona.

    €425
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