Arena di Verona 2027 - Romeo e Giulietta

Ballet makes its grand return to the Arena di Verona. After a 34-year wait, a new production of the most famous love story of all time is on its way. Romeo and Juliet lives again in “fair Verona”, from the verses of Shakespeare to the stage, with Prokofiev’s immortal music.

An unmissable event for all ballet fans and for those seeking to discover dance in a magical setting.

Plot:

ACT I
In fair Verona, the Montague and Capulet families are locked in conflict. Romeo Montague, pining for an unrequited love, attends a Capulet ball in disguise. There he meets Juliet, daughter of the Capulets: the two fall in love at first sight. Meanwhile, tensions between the two families escalate.

ACT II
Romeo and Juliet declare their love for one another and marry in secret with the help of Friar Laurence. Shortly afterwards, a quarrel between Mercutio (Romeo’s friend) and Tybalt (Juliet’s cousin) leads to tragedy: Mercutio dies, and Romeo kills Tybalt in revenge. Romeo is then banished.

ACT III
Juliet is officially betrothed to Paris, but she refuses him. Friar Laurence proposes a plan: to drink a potion that will make her appear dead in order to avoid the marriage. Romeo, however, does not receive the message explaining the plan.

ACT IV
Believing Juliet to be dead, Romeo goes to the tomb and poisons himself. Juliet awakens and, seeing Romeo lifeless, kills herself. The tragedy leads to a reconciliation between the two families

Place

Arena di Verona – Unforgettable Opera Experiences in a Historic Setting

The Arena di Verona is a world-renowned Roman amphitheater and one of the most spectacular opera venues globally. Built in the 1st century AD, this monumental structure has provided an extraordinary backdrop for legendary opera performances and open-air concerts for over a hundred years.

Every summer, this historical landmark transforms into a captivating stage for masterpieces such as Giuseppe Verdi’s “Aida”, Georges Bizet’s “Carmen”, and Giacomo Puccini’s “Turandot”. The arena’s unique acoustics, impressive atmosphere, and spectacular productions under the stars make every performance an internationally celebrated cultural event.

Arena di Verona – Opera Magic Under the Stars

More than just an opera venue, the Arena di Verona is a historic treasure where history, art, and music merge into an unforgettable experience, attracting visitors from around the world.