


TUE 23 JULY 8 PM
KURESSAARE CASTLE OPERA HALL
G. Puccini
TOSCA
“Tosca” is an opera of uncontrollable passions, jealousy, revenge, hate and suicidal love set in the historical context of Europe in 1800, during the Napoleonic invasion of Italy. The story revolves around the singer Floria Tosca, her lover, the painter Mario Cavaradossi, and the corrupt police chief Baron Scarpia in a political plot that denounces the control that power tries to exert over art. “Tosca” is one of the most representative operas of Italian verismo and a melodrama of political rivalries and passions with a dramatic ending.

WED 24 JULY 8 PM
KURESSAARE CASTLE OPERA HALL
CARMEN FLAMENCO
“Carmen” is a ballet flamenco show that combines the intensity of flamenco with the magic of Bizet’s opera. A group of talented dancers performs the iconic characters of Carmen and Don José through powerful flamenco dance. The dancers will be accompanied by a live orchestra, choir and soloists. With their elegance and expressiveness, the artists will transport the audience to the vibrant atmosphere of 19th-century Spain. An unforgettable evening filled with passion, drama, and top-notch flamenco art.
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THU 25 JULY 8 PM
KURESSAARE CASTLE OPERA HALL
G. Puccini
MANON LESCAUT
Puccini’s first successful opera tells a story of the rise and fall of the courtesan Manon who falls in love and leaves the convent. Manon, seduced by the luxury and riches of life, faces her downfall and tragic end. The opera explores themes of love, ambition and the corrupting influence of wealth. Puccini’s music gives life to the characters and their emotions making “Manon Lescaut” a powerful and moving work that continues to captivate audiences today.

FRY 26 JULY 8 PM
KURESSAARE CASTLE OPERA HALL
G. Verdi
IL TROVATORE
“Il trovatore” is known for its complex plot full of dramatic twists and turns, as well as its beautiful arias and ensembles. Two plot triangles are interwoven: one involving lovers (Manrico-Leonora-Conte di Luna) and the other involving vengeance (Azucena-Conte di Luna-Manrico). Overall, “Il trovatore” is a thrilling and passionate opera that showcases Verdi’s skill as a composer and his ability to create complex characters and dramatic situations.

FRY 26 JULY 11 PM
KURESSAARE CASTLE MIDNIGHT LOUNGE
Midnight Lounge OPERA ROYAL
Performer TBA

SAT 27 JULY 8 PM
KURESSAARE CASTLE OPERA HALL
OPERA AND BALLET GALA
Programme: Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, best numbers from zarzuela repertoire.
It is a great opportunity to enjoy some of the most beloved and iconic pieces of the lyric opera and zarzuela world, showcasing the range and diversity of these musical genres.

SAT 27 JULY 11 PM
KURESSAARE CASTLE MIDNIGHT LOUNGE
Midnight Lounge OPERA ROYAL
Performer TBA

Òpera Catalunya
Over the course of its 40-year history, Catalonian Opera has held more than one thousand shows in over twenty cities and festivals throughout Catalonia. he company has also performed in other parts of Spain, Andorra, and Uruguay. During this time, the company has presented over 75 different opera works which have been attended by more than 350,000 spectators. Some of the most frequently performed titles over the past four decades include „La traviata“, „Don Giovanni“, „La bohème“, and „Carmen“.
All productions are designed and manufactured by the company’s own team, including costumes and set design. Catalonian Opera strives to become the leading platform for bringing opera to the Catalan region. The company presents its opera productions in numerous geographic areas and theatre houses all over the region.