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Henry Purcell’s “Dido and Æneas,” the first great masterpiece of English opera, makes a highly anticipated arrival at La Scala. Blending Venetian and French operatic styles into an entirely unique Baroque language, this profound work balances regal tragedy with the grotesque interventions of witches. To translate the complex forms of English pre-classical theater into a striking contemporary vision, La Scala has entrusted this new production to the multi-talented Marcos Morau, making his house directorial debut.
On the podium, maestro Gianluca Capuano brings his exceptional mastery of early music. The exceptional cast features Emily D’Angelo as a deeply moving Dido, Alessio Arduini as the torn Æneas, and countertenor Carlo Vistoli in the unusual role of the Witch.
Plot of Dido and Æneas
In Carthage, Queen Dido is consumed by grief, fearing her love for the Trojan hero Æneas will compromise her royal duty. Her sister Belinda encourages the romance, and when Æneas arrives, the couple celebrates their union. However, their happiness is short-lived. A malicious Sorceress and her coven of witches plot Carthage’s downfall out of sheer hatred. They conjure a storm to disrupt a royal hunt, and an evil spirit disguised as Mercury commands Æneas to abandon Dido to fulfill his destiny to found Rome. Torn but obedient, Æneas prepares to sail. Dido, heartbroken and refusing a lover who even considered leaving her, dismisses him. As his ships depart, she sings her devastatingly beautiful farewell to Belinda before sinking into ultimate despair and taking her own life.
Cast and Creative Team of Dido and Æneas
Opera in three acts
Libretto by Nahum Tate
Orchestra and Chorus of Teatro alla Scala
Teatro alla Scala New Production
The Artists
Conductor • Gianluca Capuano
Staging and choreography • Marcos Morau
Sets • Max Glaenzel
Costumes • Silvia Delagneau
Dramaturgy • Roberto Fratini
CAST
Dido • Emily D’Angelo
Æneas • Alessio Arduini
Belinda • Mélissa Petit
Second woman • Loriana Castellano
Sorceress • Carlo Vistoli
First witch • Jiayu Jin
Second witch • Valeria Girardello
First sailor • Massimo Altieri
Booking Process
Music trip to Milan for 3 days / 2 nights with premium tickets for the opera “Dido and Æneas”. 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 Dido and Æneas
2027-10-26 ... 2027-11-16
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