Verona Opera & Cruise

Aida, tells the story of an Ethiopian princess, Aida, who falls in love with an Egyptian warrior, Radames, during a time of war between their countries. premiered at the Khedivial Opera House in Cairo in 1871 and has since become one of the most popular operas in the repertoire, beloved for its dramatic story line.

Carmen, tells the story of a fiery and independent woman, Carmen, who works in a cigarette factory and seduces a soldier, Don José, who ultimately descends into jealousy and violence. Carmen, premiered at the Opéra-Comique in Paris in 1875, but was initially met with mixed reviews. However, it has since become one of the most performed operas in the world.

Turandot is based on the Persian folktale of the same name and tells the story of a cold-hearted Chinese princess, Turandot, who challenges her suitors to answer three riddles or face death. The opera is known for its grandeur and includes several famous arias, including Nessun dorma, Premiered at La Scala in Milan in 1926, Turandot has become a beloved classic of the operatic repertoire.

Rigoletto, tells the story of a hunchbacked court jester, Rigoletto, who tries to protect his daughter, Gilda, from the lecherous Duke of Mantua. The opera features several famous arias, including, La donna e mobile and Caro nome, and is known for its dramatic storyline and complex characters. Rigoletto premiered at La Fenice in Venice in 1851 and was an immediate success.

La Traviata, tells the story of a Parisian courtesan, Violetta Valéry, who falls in love with a young nobleman, Alfredo Germont. The opera features several famous arias, including Sempre libera and Addio del passato, and is known for its poignant music and tragic storyline. La Traviata premiered at La Fenice in Venice in 1853 and has gone on to become one of the worlds most loved Opera's.

Nabucco is loosely based on the biblical story of the Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar and the Babylonian captivity of the Jewish people. The opera features several famous arias, including Va Pensiero, which has become a symbol of Italian unity and nationalism. Nabucco premiered at La Scala in Milan in 1842 and is known for its powerful choruses, dramatic storyline, and soaring music.