Duration: 3 days
ID: m24o165513
Sferisterio of Macerata

LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR

Lucia di Lammermoor will be performed at the 59th Macerata Opera Festival 2023 at the Arena Sferisterio. With its excellent acoustics and unique architecture, the open-air stage of the Arena Sferisterio is an ideal setting for this tragic opera.

Date of the performance

2023-08-12 @ 21:00~23:50

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Lucia di Lammermoor will be performed at the 59th Macerata Opera Festival 2023 at the Arena Sferisterio. With its excellent acoustics and unique architecture, the open-air stage of the Arena Sferisterio is an ideal setting for this tragic opera.

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LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR

The Macerata Opera Festival takes place over four weekends from July 19 to August 11, 2024 at the open-air Arena Sferisterio in the small town of Macerata in the Marche region. Spend one of the mild Italian summer evenings with beautiful opera music in the magical atmosphere of the Arena Sferisterio in the open air. In 1921 operas were performed in the Arena Sferisterio for the first time and since 1967 the Macerata Opera Festival has been held every summer. It has grown into one of Italy’s most popular open-air festivals.

Arena Sferisterio

The Arena Sferisterio is one of the most extraordinary theaters in the world. It was built in the 19th century as a sports stadium for an old ball sport where balls bounce off the wall. Hence the unusual shape. The high arched wall with the columns forms the stage. The arrangement creates a kind of resonance box and the spectators sit as if in an auricle. The open-air arena Sferisterio has exceptionally good acoustics, a treat for sensitive ears. The spectators are very close to the opera singers, with no barrier between the spectators and the stage. At the Macerata Opera Festival, the audience becomes part of the theater scene.
The stage of the neoclassical arena is particularly designed. The wide and shallow stage is a challenge for the directors to present the operas in this special ambience. The atmosphere is all the more beautiful and magical. The open air theater offers 2,500 seats for spectators. Immerse yourself and enjoy a unique operatic experience in this very special open-air arena Sferisterio in Macerata.

 

Lucia di Lammermoor • Arena Sferisterio • 59° MACERATA OPERA FESTIVAL 2023

Gaetano Donizetti’s opera Lucia di Lammermoor will be performed at the 59th Macerata Opera Festival 2023 at the Arena Sferisterio in Macerata.

The Story of Lucia di Lammermoor

Lucia di Lammermoor is a tragic opera in three acts by Gaetano Donizetti , with a libretto by Salvadore Cammarano. It tells the story of a woman named Lucia Ashton, who is forced into an arranged marriage for political reasons but is in love with another man.

  • Act I: The opera begins with an argument between Lucia’s brother Enrico and her tutor Raimondo. Enrico is trying to force Lucia to marry Arturo, who is wealthy and would bring political advantages to their family, while Raimondo advises against it. Lucia enters and tells Enrico that she is in love with Edgardo, who is Enrico’s enemy. Enrico becomes angry and swears to take revenge on Edgardo.
  • Act II: Edgardo returns to Scotland from France and learns that Lucia is to marry Arturo. He is heartbroken and decides to leave the country, but not before confronting Lucia about her betrothal. They sing a beautiful duet, “Verranno a te sull’aure” (On the breeze they will come to you), where they express their love for each other and vow to be together forever.
  • Act III: On the day of her wedding, Lucia is consumed by thoughts of Edgardo and collapses in a fit of madness. She sings the famous “Il dolce suono” (The sweet sound) aria, where she imagines being married to Edgardo. Meanwhile, Edgardo challenges Enrico to a duel and is mortally wounded. Lucia dies of grief upon hearing of Edgardo’s death.

Lucia di Lammermoor is a tragic story of love and betrayal, set against the backdrop of political intrigue and family feuds. The opera is known for its beautiful arias and duets, including “Regnava nel silenzio” (It reigned in silence), “Chi mi frena in tal momento” (Who restrains me in such a moment), and “Tombe degli avi miei” (The tombs of my ancestors).

Lucia di Lammermoor in the Arena Sferisterio of Macerata

The Arena Sferisterio provides an ideal setting for this powerful opera, with its unique architecture and excellent acoustics. The open-air stage allows the audience to be fully immersed in the performance and adds an extra dimension to the experience.

In addition to Lucia di Lammermoor, visitors to the Macerata Opera Festival can expect to see a range of other performances and cultural events throughout the festival, including other operas, concerts, and exhibitions.

Overall, the 59th Macerata Opera Festival promises to be an unforgettable experience for music enthusiasts and opera lovers alike, with the chance to see Lucia di Lammermoor against the stunning backdrop of the Arena Sferisterio. It is recommended that you book your travel package well in advance as this is a popular event that sells out quickly.

Restaging of the Arena Sferisterio Association

Conductor • Francesco Ivan Ciampa
Director • Jean-Louis Grinda
Scene • Rudy Sabounghi
Costumes • Jorge Lara

Cast

Lord Enrico Ashton • Davide Luciano
Miss Lucia • Ruth Iniesta
Sir Edgardo di Ravenswood • Dmitry Korchak

All performances of  LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR at the Macerata Opera Festival 2023

Booking Process

Each travel package is put together individually according to your wishes.

When we receive your booking request with the selection of the date, we will send you an individual offer with different hotels and ticket categories to choose from. Only after your selection you will receive a travel contract and a first invoice to confirm the booking.

Services and Prices

The Essential package includes a 1st category ticket to an opera and 3 nights of accommodation with breakfast in a hotel of your choice. To make you the right proposal with the different options for the Macerata Opera Festival 2023, we need your booking request.

Supplements for the Travel Package Macerata Opera Festival 2023

  • Transfer from the airport or train station to the hotel and back
  • Guided tour of the city
  • Transfer from the hotel to the venue and back

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