Teatro Regio di Torino

Reconstruction of the world premiere at Teatro Regio Torino in 1896 from Teatro Torino 2021 with original sets and costumes To mark its 125th anniversary, Giacomo Puccini's famous opera La Bohème was performed as a reconstruction of the world premiere in 1896 at the Teatro Regio Torino. With the charm of the original stage design of that historical premiere, this production has made a name for itself internationally, not least because of its fidelity to the original. The musical extra class paired with the authentic impact makes this a must watch for every opera lover.

With its lively dances, ghost scenes and touching arias, Hamlet was Ambroise Thomas’s single great success of the Paris Opera, remaining in its repertoire for decades after the 1868 premiere. On the opening night, the title role was sung by a baritone, as has become the custom ever since. With the rediscovery of the original score in recent years, it transpires that Thomas originally scored the role of Hamlet for a tenor. In this new production of Teatro Regio Torino, the tenor John Osborn is the tormented prince, singing the celebrated monologue “To be or not to be” (“Être ou ne pas être”). Sara Blanch sings Ophélie, whose pyrotechnic aria in the mad scene is a pièce de résistance for a coloratura soprano. Under the musical direction of Jérémie Rhorer, the production is directed by Jacopo Spirei.