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Step into the enchanting world of Gioachino Rossini’s timeless masterpiece, “Bianca e Falliero” as the illustrious Rossini Opera Festival transports you to the heart of musical magic. Premiered on December 26, 1819, at the iconic Teatro alla Scala in Milan, this two-act opera is a testament to Rossini’s unparalleled artistry. The festival, hosted in the picturesque birthplace of the composer, Pesaro, promises a journey into the very essence of Rossini’s genius. The festival, a beacon of constant innovation since its inception in 1980, is a celebration of the composer’s rich legacy, showcasing forgotten masterpieces that resonate with the spirit of Italian musical heritage. Nestled in the historic and UNESCO-listed city, the festival unfolds against the backdrop of Pesaro’s cultural tapestry, inviting you to not only revel in Rossini’s musical prowess but also immerse yourself in the charm of his personality, favorite foods, and the captivating Marche region.
The Package
Music trip to Italy with one or more performances at the Rossini Opera Festival in Pesaro in the Marche region. Pesaro is the birthplace of Gioachino Rossini. At the Rossini Opera Festival in the summer 2024, you can experience well-known operas such as Journey to Reims, The Barber of Seville, but also the maestro’s lesser-known masterpieces such as Bianca e Falliero or L’equivoco stravagante, Hermione and others. The operas are performed in the Rossini Theater, the Arena Vitrifrigo, and PalaScavolini.
Enjoy our music package with great operas. Choose one or more performances from the opera program and send us your request.
The Story of "Bianca e Falliero"
In “Bianca e Falliero” Rossini weaves a captivating tale of love, politics, and intrigue. Set in Venice, the opera unfolds against the backdrop of a complex love triangle, where the titular characters, Bianca and Falliero, navigate societal expectations, political conspiracies, and the timeless struggle for true love. As the plot unfolds, audiences are drawn into a world of passion, betrayal, and the triumph of the human spirit. Rossini’s masterful composition, coupled with Felice Romani’s compelling libretto based on Antoine-Vincent Arnault’s play, creates a riveting narrative that will leave you spellbound. Experience the thrill of this operatic gem in the enchanting setting of Pesaro during the Rossini Festival, where the historic Teatro alla Scala comes alive with the resonant notes of “Bianca e Falliero” in the summer of 2024.
The Artists and Creative Team
Melodrama in two acts by Giuseppe Felice Romani.
Music by Gioachino Rossini.
Critical edition by the Rossini Foundation, edited by Gabriele Dotto.
Conductor • ROBERTO ABBADO
Director • JEAN-LOUIS GRINDA
Settings, Costumes • RUDY SABOUNGHI
Lighting designer • LAURENT CASTAINGT
Cast
Priuli • NICOLÒ DONINI
Contareno • DMITRY KORCHAK
Capellio • GIORGI MANOSHVILI
Falliero • AYA WAKIZONO
Bianca • JESSICA PRATT
Costanza • CARMEN BUENDÍA
Ufficiale / Usciere • CLAUDIO ZAZZARO
Cancelliere • DANGELO DÍAZ
CORO DEL TEATRO VENTIDIO BASSO
Chorus Master • GIOVANNI FARINA
ORCHESTRA SINFONICA NAZIONALE DELLA RAI
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Performance Dates of Bianca e Falliero
2024-08-07 ... 2024-08-19
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Events
Rossini operas in Pesaro – Festival Rossini 2024
In Pesaro at the Vitifrigo Arena / Teatro Sperimentale
