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Un Ballo in Maschera at Teatro di San Carlo: A Verdi Masterpiece of Love, Betrayal, and Fate: Giuseppe Verdi’s Un Ballo in Maschera is a dazzling work that fuses drama, romance, and political intrigue into one unforgettable opera experience. From Octoebr 4th to 11th, 2025 this renowned masterpiece takes the stage at the historic Teatro di San Carlo in Naples, where the grandeur of the venue will heighten the tension and elegance of Verdi’s remarkable score.
Verdi’s genius is evident in his handling of the opera’s characters, each of whom is vividly portrayed through the music. Riccardo’s arias express his passion and idealism, while Renato’s transformation from a loyal friend to a vengeful assassin is portrayed with tragic intensity. The role of Amelia, torn between love and duty, adds emotional depth to the story, and Ulrica, the fortune-teller, provides an eerie sense of destiny that permeates the entire opera.
Travel Package Teatro San Carlo Naples
Music trip to Naples for 3 days / 2 nights with premium tickets for the opera Un Ballo in Maschera at the Teatro San Carlo Naples.
The travel package includes 3 days with 2 nights in one of our selected hotels in Naples and is put together according to your wishes. You can choose between the Essential and Superior packages, request additional nights, and a subsequent program to explore Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast and Italy.
Teatro San Carlo
The Teatro di San Carlo’s rich history and breathtaking architecture will provide the perfect backdrop for this tale of fate and human emotions. Don’t miss the chance to experience Verdi’s masterpiece in one of the most iconic opera houses in the world.
The San Carlo Theater was built in 1737 and is the oldest opera house in the world. The Italian opera temple San Carlo is a symbol of the city of Naples. Enjoy our music package with a magnificent performance and an exclusive leisure program in Naples. You can select between the essential package and add individual services that we offer with the superior program.
At Teatro di San Carlo, the magnificent opera house renowned for its world-class productions and historic legacy, Un Ballo in Maschera promises to be a spectacular event.
The Story of Un Ballo in Maschera
The opera, set in the 18th-century court of King Gustav III of Sweden (or, in some productions, the governor of colonial Boston), follows the tragic fate of Riccardo, the ruler, as he falls victim to a conspiracy led by his once-loyal friend Renato. The opera’s plot unfolds amidst masked balls, passionate love triangles, and the ominous predictions of a fortune-teller, all leading to a heart-stopping climax. Un Ballo in Maschera premiered on February 17, 1859, at the Teatro Apollo in Rome.
Verdi had long been fascinated by the story of King Gustav III of Sweden, who was assassinated during a masked ball in 1792. However, strict censorship in the 19th century meant that Verdi and his librettist, Antonio Somma, had to make several revisions to the original plot to appease authorities. The opera’s subject matter—an assassination of a head of state—was considered too controversial in Italy, which was experiencing political instability at the time. As a result, the setting was moved from Sweden to colonial Boston, and the main character, King Gustav, became Riccardo, the governor of Boston. Despite these changes, Verdi’s ability to convey intense human emotions—love, jealousy, betrayal, and vengeance—remained the heart of the opera, and Un Ballo in Maschera was an instant success.
The Artists and Creative Team
Under the direction of conductor Pinchas Steinberg, this production will showcase an extraordinary cast, including Piero Pretti and Vincenzo Costanzo as Riccardo, and Anna Netrebko and Valeria Sepe as Amelia, the woman at the center of Riccardo and Renato’s tragic conflict. Ludovic Tézier and Ernesto Petti take on the powerful role of Renato, whose heartbreak and thirst for revenge drive the drama to its inevitable, tragic conclusion. Massimo Gasparon directs the staging, based on an original concept by Pierluigi Samaritani, with lush set and costume designs by Samaritani himself.
Melodramma in three acts
Libretto by Antonio Somma, after the libretto Gustave III, ou Le Bal masqué by Eugène Scribe
Orchestra and Chorus of Teatro di San Carlo
Chorus Master • Fabrizio Cassi
Sung in Italian with Italian and English surtitles
Running time: approx. three hours with interval
Production of Teatro Regio di Parma
Conductor • Pinchas Steinberg
Stage Director • Massimo Gasparon
Setting and Costume Design • Pierluigi Samaritani
Lighting Design • Andrea Borelli
Choreographies • Roberto Maria Pizzuto
Cast
Riccardo • Piero Pretti (4, 8, 11) / Vincenzo Costanzo (5, 10)
Renato • Ludovic Tézier (4, 8, 11) / Ernesto Petti (5, 10)
Amelia • Anna Netrebko (4, 8, 11) / Valeria Sepe (5, 10)
Ulrica, a fortune-teller • Elizabeth DeShong
Oscar, a page • Cassandre Berthon
Silvano, a sailor • Maurizio Bove
Samuel, an enemy of the Count • Romano Dal Zovo
Tom, an enemy of the Count • Adriano Gramigni
Judge / Amelia’s servant • Massimo Sirigu
Booking Process
Music trip to Naples for 3 days / 2 nights with premium tickets for the opera “Un Ballo in Maschera”. The highlight is a visit to the famous Teatro San Carlo 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 a Date
- Press “Add to cart” and “Send Request”
- When we receive your booking request, you will get an individual offer with some 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
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Performance Dates of Un Ballo in Maschera
2025-10-04 ... 2025-10-11
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