Calendar of events: schedule and tickets for operas, concerts, art exhibits & more

La Fenice Opera Theater in Venice

La Fenice Opera House in Venice
Operas, Concerts, Ballet Calendar of Events at Teatro La Fenice and Teatro Malibran

OPERA, BALLET & CONCERT SEASON

Teatro La Fenice, inaugurated in 1792, is not just an opera house; it’s a symbol of Venice and its rich cultural legacy. This iconic venue quickly became the crown jewel of Venice’s vibrant cultural scene, earning a reputation for Italian artistry, elegance, and musical excellence. Throughout the 19th century, La Fenice was the stage for numerous world premieres, featuring works by legendary composers such as Giuseppe Verdi and Gioachino Rossini.

The theater’s name, “La Fenice,” meaning “The Phoenix,” is more than just a name—it’s a symbol of resilience and rebirth. Just like the mythical bird, La Fenice has risen from the ashes multiple times, having been rebuilt after devastating fires. Each reincarnation has only added to its allure, making it a living monument to the indomitable spirit of Venetian culture and the arts.

In addition to La Fenice, our program also features events at Teatro Malibran, another historical venue that complements the grandeur of La Fenice. Teatro Malibran offers a more intimate setting but is equally rich in history and artistic significance. It serves as a testament to Venice’s enduring commitment to the performing arts, offering a diverse range of performances that cater to both traditional and contemporary tastes.

Pictures courtesy of the Teatro dell’Opera. Click here to make a donation to the theater.

At Cultural Italy, we believe in offering experiences that go beyond the ordinary. That’s why we invite you to “Experience Italy like an Italian.” Our expert travel designers can seamlessly integrate a visit to La Fenice or Teatro Malibran into your personalized Italian itinerary. Whether you’re a seasoned opera aficionado or new to the world of classical performances, a night at these historic venues promises to be an unforgettable highlight of your Italian journey. From the moment you step into these architectural masterpieces, you’ll be transported to a world of unparalleled beauty and emotion, making your trip to Italy truly exceptional.

Read the calendar below and let us know which show sparks you up 🙂

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2023

La Traviata – Opera – La Fenice Opera House
Music by Giuseppe Verdi
September 10, 12, 14, 17, 20, 22, 24
October 7, 11, 13

Nuovo virtuosismo – Concert – Sale Apollinee
Works by Beethoven, Waxman e Poulenc
September 21

Orlando Furioso – Opera – Teatro Malibran
Music by Antonio Vivaldi
September 23, 26, 28
October 1

Quartetto Pavel Haas – Concert – Sale Apollinee
Works by Martinů, Prokof’ev and Debussy
October 4, 5

I due foscari – Opera – La Fenice Opera House
Music by Giuseppe Verdi
October 6, 8, 10, 12, 14

Beatrice Rana in recital – Concert – Teatro Malibran
Works by Liszt
October 8

Sergio Balestracci dirige Orazio Vecchi – Concert – Sale Apollinee
Works by Orazio Vecchi
October 24, 25

Sergej Rachmaninov – Concert – Sale Apollinee
Works by Rachmaninov
October 26

On Connection – Concert – Sale Apollinee
Works by Schubert, Clara and Robert Schumann
November 9

Enrico Dindo & Pietro De Maria in recital – Concert – Sale Apollinee
Works by Zemlinsky, Dohnányi, Mjaskovskij
November 12, 13

Les contes d’Hoffmann – Opera – La Fenice Opera House
Music by Jacques Offenbach
November 24, 26, 28, 30
December 2

Robert Treviño conducts Mahler – Concert– La Fenice Opera House
Works by Mahler
December 9, 10

Myung-Whun Chung conducts Beethoven and Stravinskij – Concert– La Fenice Opera House
Works by Beethoven and Stravinskij
December 15, 16, 17

Concert conducted by Marco Gemmani – Concert – St Mark’s Cathedral
With Procuratoria di San Marco
December 19, 20

 

2024

Les Saisons – Ballet – La Fenice Opera House
Works by Antonio Vivaldi and Giovanni Antonio Guido
January 10, 11, 12, 13, 14

Pinocchio – Opera – Malibran Theater
Music by Pierangelo Valtinoni
January 18, 19, 20, 24

Il barbiere di Siviglia – Opera– La Fenice Opera House
Music by Gioachino Rossini
January 26, 28
February 1, 3, 7, 9, 11, 13

La bohème – Opera – La Fenice Opera House
Music by Giacomo Puccini
February 2, 4, 6, 8, 10

Hartmut Haenchen conducts Bruckner – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Works by Bruckner
February 17, 18

Alpesh Chauhan conducts Bruckner – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Works by Bruckner
February 23, 24, 25

Ivor Bolton conducts Cherubini, Haydn, and Mozart – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Works by Cherubini, Haydn and Mozart
March 1, 3

Rudolf Buchbinder conducts Beethoven – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Piano Concert
March 7, 9

Maria Egiziaca – Opera– Malibran Theater
Music by Ottorino Respighi
March 8, 10, 12, 14, 16

Myung-Whun Chung conducts Beethoven and Brahms – Concert – Malibran Theater
Works by Beethoven and Brahms
March 22, 23

Myung-Whun Chung conducts Verdi – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Requiem
March 28, 29

Mefistofele – Opera – La Fenice Opera House
Music by Arrigo Boito
April 12, 14, 17, 20, 23

Marco Polo – Opera – Malibran Theater
Composed by the students Conservatorio Benedetto Marcello
April 18, 19, 20, 21

Nicola Luisotti conducts Capogrosso and Mahler – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Works by Capogrosso and Mahler
April 19, 21

Concert conducted by Kent Nagano – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Haydn Orchestra of Bolzano and Trento
April 22

Stanislav Kochanovsky conducts Čajkovskij and Šostakovič – Concert – Malibran Theater
Works by Čajkovskij and Šostakovič
May 4, 5

Don Giovanni – Opera – La Fenice Opera House
Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
May 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25

Daniele Rustioni conducts Beethoven – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Beethoven’s Symphony 9th
May 31
June 1, 2

Tamerlano – Opera – Malibran Theater
Music by Antonio Vivaldi
June 7, 9, 11, 13, 15

Diego Fasolis conducts Vivaldi – Concert– Malibran Theater
Works by Vivaldi
June 14, 16

Ariadne auf Naxos – Opera – La Fenice Opera House
Music by Richard Strauss
June 21, 23, 25, 27, 30

Markus Stenz conducts Mendelssohn and Bruckner – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Works by Mendelssohn and Bruckner
June 28, 29

Markus Stenz conducts Wagner – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Works by Richard Wagner
July 6, 7

Turandot– Opera – La Fenice Opera House
Music by Giacomo Puccini
August 30
September 3, 8, 14, 18

La fabbrica illuminata & Erwartung – Opera– La Fenice Opera House
Music by Luigi Nono & Arnold Schönberg
September 13, 15, 17, 19, 22

Alfonso Caiani conducts Carl Orff – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Music from Carmina Burana
September 28, 29

Juanjo Mena conducts Rachmaninov and Lutoslawski – Concert – La Fenice Opera House
Works by Rachmaninov and Lutoslawski
October 18, 19, 20

La vita è sogno – Opera – Malibran Theater
Music by Gianfrancesco Malipiero
October 31
November 3, 5, 7, 9