Verdi’s Il Trovatore is a dark and thrilling opera of love, betrayal, and revenge, set against the backdrop of a superstitious and war-torn medieval world. Inspired by Antonio García Gutiérrez’s El trovador, this production, directed by Adele Thomas, brings a fresh perspective shaped by the surreal and chaotic visions of Hieronymus Bosch. Under the baton of conductors Giacomo Sagripanti and Carlo Rizzi, three stellar casts breathe life into Verdi’s fiery score, known for its relentless drama and raw intensity.

Highlights include the famous Anvil Chorus, Azucena’s haunting Stride la vampa, and Manrico’s impassioned Di quella pira. A masterpiece of passion, vengeance, and fate, Il trovatore remains one of Verdi’s most thrilling operas.