Event: Il barbiere di Siviglia
Alternative English Title: The Barber of Seville Opera
Composer: Gioachino Rossini
Venue: Teatro alla Scala
City: Milan, Italy
Dates: 2–29 October 2027
On Sale From: 16 June 2027 at 13:00
Category: Opera buffa in two acts
Libretto: Cesare Sterbini
Conductor: Giulio Cilona
Staging: Leo Muscato
Sets: Federica Parolini
Costumes: Silvia Aymonino
Lights: Alessandro Verazzi
Choreography: Nicole Kehrberger
Orchestra and Chorus: Teatro alla Scala Orchestra and Chorus
Production: Teatro alla Scala Production

Cast

Conte di Almaviva: Jack Swanson / To be defined
Bartolo: Marco Filippo Romano / Omar Montanari
Rosina: Mara Gaudenzi / Chiara Amarù
Figaro: Boris Pinkhasovich / Lodovico Filippo Ravizza
Basilio: Huanhong Li
Fiorello: Gianluca Failla
Berta: Serena Gamberoni

Why Attend The Barber of Seville at La Scala?

Il barbiere di Siviglia is one of the most beloved comic operas ever written, famous for its energy, humour and unforgettable melodies.

Rossini’s score combines rapid-fire vocal writing, sparkling orchestration and perfect comic timing, making this opera one of the best choices for audiences looking for a lively evening at La Scala.

This Teatro alla Scala production by Leo Muscato gives the opera a theatrical backstage setting, adding freshness and depth to the relationships between Figaro, Rosina, Almaviva and Bartolo.

For visitors to Milan, The Barber of Seville at La Scala is a perfect opportunity to enjoy a classic Italian opera in a prestigious and accessible production.

FAQ

Where can I buy The Barber of Seville Opera Milan tickets?

You can book tickets for The Barber of Seville Opera in Milan for the 2027 performances at Teatro alla Scala.

When is Il barbiere di Siviglia performed at Teatro alla Scala?

Il barbiere di Siviglia runs at Teatro alla Scala from 2 to 29 October 2027.

Is Il barbiere di Siviglia the same as The Barber of Seville?

Yes. Il barbiere di Siviglia is the original Italian title of Rossini’s opera, commonly known in English as The Barber of Seville.

Who composed The Barber of Seville?

The Barber of Seville was composed by Gioachino Rossini, with a libretto by Cesare Sterbini.

Is The Barber of Seville a comedy?

Yes. It is an opera buffa, a comic opera full of disguises, misunderstandings, romance and fast-paced humour.

Who conducts Il barbiere di Siviglia at La Scala in 2027?

The 2027 performances are conducted by Giulio Cilona.

Who sings Figaro at La Scala in 2027?

The role of Figaro is performed by Boris Pinkhasovich on selected dates and Lodovico Filippo Ravizza on selected dates.

Is The Barber of Seville a good opera for first-time visitors?

Yes. It is one of the best operas for first-time visitors because it is funny, fast-moving, musically brilliant and easy to follow.

The Barber of Seville Opera Milan 2027

Experience Gioachino Rossini’s Il barbiere di Siviglia, also known as The Barber of Seville, at Teatro alla Scala in Milan. Running from 2 to 29 October 2027, this brilliant opera buffa brings one of the most famous and entertaining works in the operatic repertoire to one of the world’s most prestigious opera houses.

Il barbiere di Siviglia is an opera buffa in two acts with a libretto by Cesare Sterbini, based on the celebrated comedy by Beaumarchais. Full of disguise, wit, romantic intrigue and irresistible comic energy, the opera follows the clever barber Figaro as he helps Count Almaviva win the heart of Rosina, despite the schemes of her guardian Bartolo.

For audiences searching for The Barber of Seville opera tickets in Milan, this Teatro alla Scala production offers the chance to enjoy Rossini’s masterpiece in a lively and theatrical staging by Leo Muscato. The production relocates the action to the backstage areas and dressing rooms of a theatre, giving the story a fresh dramatic setting while preserving the humour, speed and elegance that have made the opera a worldwide favourite.

The 2027 performances are conducted by Giulio Cilona, leading the Orchestra and Chorus of Teatro alla Scala. The production features sets by Federica Parolini, costumes by Silvia Aymonino, lighting by Alessandro Verazzi and choreography by Nicole Kehrberger.

The cast includes Boris Pinkhasovich and Lodovico Filippo Ravizza as Figaro, Mara Gaudenzi and Chiara Amarù as Rosina, Jack Swanson as Count Almaviva, Marco Filippo Romano and Omar Montanari as Bartolo, and Huanhong Li as Basilio.

Attending The Barber of Seville at Teatro alla Scala is an excellent choice for visitors to Milan looking for a joyful, elegant and accessible opera experience. With its famous arias, comic brilliance and sparkling orchestral writing, Il barbiere di Siviglia is ideal for both first-time opera visitors and experienced opera lovers.

Book your tickets for The Barber of Seville Opera in Milan and enjoy Rossini’s comic masterpiece at Teatro alla Scala.

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