Opera: La Traviata

by Giuseppe Verdi
Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Florence 2027-01-15 ... 2027-01-22

Giuseppe Verdi’s La traviata is one of the most beloved operas ever written and a masterpiece of Italian Romanticism. Inspired by Alexandre Dumas fils’ La Dame aux Camélias, it tells the moving story of the courtesan Violetta Valéry, whose search for love and dignity is ultimately crushed by the conventions of society.
First performed in Venice in 1853, the opera combines unforgettable melodies with extraordinary psychological depth, making it one of the most frequently performed works in the operatic repertoire. The Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino presents Verdi’s timeless masterpiece in its own acclaimed production, conducted by Alessandro Bonato and directed by Stefania Grazioli.

The Plot of La traviata

Parisian courtesan Violetta Valéry falls deeply in love with the young Alfredo Germont and abandons her glamorous life to live with him in the countryside. Their happiness is shattered when Alfredo’s father, Giorgio Germont, persuades Violetta to leave his son in order to protect the family’s honour and his daughter’s future marriage. Secretly sacrificing her own happiness, Violetta returns to Paris, where Alfredo, unaware of the truth, publicly humiliates her. Only after learning of her selfless decision does he seek forgiveness. Gravely ill with tuberculosis, Violetta is reunited with Alfredo, but their happiness comes too late. She dies in his arms, redeemed by love but defeated by fate.

Cast and Creative Team of La traviata

Opera in 3 acts
World Premiere: Teatro La Fenice, Venice, 6 March 1853
Duration: Approx. 2 hours 45 minutes (including one interval)

The Artists

Conductor • Alessandro Bonato
Chorus Master • Lorenzo Fratini
Director • Stefania Grazioli
Set Designer • Roberta Lazzeri
Costume Designer • Veronica Patuelli
Lighting Designer • Valerio Tiberi
Choreography • Elena Barsotti
Orchestra e Coro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino

CAST

Violetta Valéry • Kristina Mkhitaryan
Flora Bervoix • Erica Cortese
Annina • Juana Shtrepi
Alfredo Germont • Anthony Ciaramitaro
Giorgio Germont • Luca Salsi / Min Kim (20 & 22 Jan.)
Gastone • Cristiano Olivieri
Baron Douphol • Matteo Torcaso
Marquis d’Obigny • JiaZhou Wang
Doctor Grenvil • Juan Carlos Villalobos
Giuseppe • Davide Ciarrochi
Flora’s Servant • Egidio Massimo Naccarato
Messenger • Lisandro Guinis

Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino

The Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, located in the heart of Florence, is one of Italy’s most prestigious opera houses and home to one of Europe’s leading opera and concert seasons. Founded in 1933, it has built an international reputation for artistic excellence, presenting world-class opera, ballet and symphonic concerts featuring many of the greatest conductors, singers and orchestras of our time. Since the opening of its modern venue in 2011, the theatre has combined outstanding acoustics with state-of-the-art stage technology, offering audiences an exceptional performance experience. A highlight of each season is the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Festival, one of Europe’s oldest and most celebrated music festivals. In 2027, the theatre proudly presents the 89th Festival, bringing together landmark opera productions, distinguished conductors and internationally acclaimed soloists in a celebration of musical excellence.

Booking Process

Music trip to Florence for 3 days / 2 nights with premium tickets for the opera La traviata. The highlight of the trip is a visit to the renowned Teatro del Maggio Fiorentino on the second evening to experience a spectacular performance with international stars. You can choose between the Essential and Superior Package.

Each travel package will be composed according to your wishes.

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Description of the Essential and Superior Package