A Masterpiece of Love and Destiny: “Tristan und Isolde” at Teatro Massimo, Palermo
Prepare to embark on an operatic journey like no other as the Teatro Massimo in Palermo, Sicily, brings to life the epic and transformative opera “Tristan und Isolde” by the legendary Richard Wagner during its 2024 season. Situated in the heart of Palermo, the Teatro Massimo stands as a true jewel of cultural heritage, offering an exquisite setting that perfectly complements the grandeur and emotional intensity of Wagner’s masterpiece. Join us for an unforgettable evening where the power of music and storytelling converge, promising an experience that will resonate in your heart long after the final curtain falls.
The Package
Music trip to Sicily with a performance at the Teatro Massimo in Palermo.
The Teatro Massimo is the largest opera house in Italy with a perfect acoustics and with magnificent reception rooms, galleries and monumental staircases. The neoclassical building dates back to the 19th century. The Teatro Massimo was the location for some scenes of the film “The Godfather” in which the godfather Michael Corleone attended the debut of his son in Pietro Mascagni’s “Cavalleria Rusticana”.
Enjoy our music package with a magnificent performance and an exclusive leisure program in Palermo and Sicily. Choose a performance from the extensive program of operas, concerts and ballets and select between the essential package and add individual services that we offer with the superior program.
A Saga of Forbidden Love and Fate: The Story of "Tristan und Isolde"
“Tristan und Isolde” weaves a profoundly passionate narrative centered on the forbidden love between the knight Tristan and the Irish princess Isolde, a love that defies societal norms and, ultimately, destiny itself. As the opera unfolds, we are drawn into a tale of profound longing and yearning, where love is a force so potent that it transcends life and death. The story explores the complexities of desire, betrayal, and the profound connections between the characters, delving into the innermost depths of the human experience.
Wagner’s evocative score, with its lush orchestration and soaring leitmotifs, serves as the emotional heartbeat of the opera, capturing the raw intensity of the characters’ emotions. Against the backdrop of Teatro Massimo’s majestic stage, this opera will take you on a journey of love, sacrifice, and transcendence, inviting you to explore the profound depths of human emotion. Join us for an evening of profound beauty and emotional resonance, as “Tristan und Isolde” graces the stage in Palermo, leaving you spellbound by the transcendent power of Wagner’s music and the timeless allure of this epic love story.
The Artists and Creative Team
Composer • Richard Wagner
Libretto by Richard Wagner
Conductor • Omer Meir Wellber
Director • Daniele Menghini
Scene Designs • Davide Signorini
Costume Designs • Nika Campisi
Lighting Designs • Gianni Bertoli
Dramaturgy • Davide Carnevali
Dramaturgy of the image • Martin Verdross
Teatro Massimo Chorus and Orchestra
A new production of the Teatro Massimo di Palermo
Cast
Tristan • Michael Weinius (19, 22, 29) • Samuel Sakker (24, 26, 31)
Isolde • Nina Stemme (19, 22, 29) • Allison Oakes (24, 26, 31)
Brangäne • Violeta Urmana (19, 22, 29) • Irene Roberts (24, 26, 31)
Marke • Dmitry Beloselskiy (19, 22, 26) • Maxim Kuzmin-Karavaev (24, 29, 31)
Kurwenal • Andrei Bondarenko
Melot • Miljenko Turk
Performance Dates of Tristan and Isolde
Operas, Ballets, Concerts of the Season 2023 / 2024
In Palermo at the Teatro Massimo