La Traviata: Arena di Verona Opera Festival 2026
Verona, Arena di Verona
About the Event
Giuseppe Verdi's La Traviata, the globe’s most beloved and frequently performed opera, will come back at the 103rd Arena Festival. Same magic, fresh emotions: Violetta’s tale returns with a new production to captivate us once more.
La Traviata (ital.: The Fallen Woman) is a three‐act opera by Verdi based on Alexandre Duma’s novel 'The Lady with the Camellias' (1852). An opera about 'a woman of pleasure' was something novel in the1850’s due to both subject and setting. The events described are set in Verdi’s era, though directors often choose to update the action to another period. 'La Traviata' is one of the most frequently staged operas in the world.
Act 1
A lively party in the salon of Violetta, Paris' most popular courtesan. A young man, Alfredo Germont, joins the party, and is persuaded to sing a drinking song. Alfredo has adored Violetta from afar, and uses this opportunity to express his feelings for her. Violetta believes that true loveis not for her, because of her occupation, but she is confused by Alfredo’s pure mind and honest love.
Act 2
Violetta and Alfredo have left fashionable society, and live peacefully outside Paris. When Alfredo is away, Violetta unexpectedly receives a visit from Alfredo’s father. Germont senior puts pressure on Violetta to break up with Alfredo, because her reputation jeopardises the marriage plans of his daughter. Violetta is filled with sorrow and guilt, and leaves their home without telling Alfredo the truth. Alfredo, unaware of his father's visit, rages at Violetta's faithlessness.
Violetta returns to Paris society, accompanied by a former patron, the Baron. Alfredo pursues her, and hurls accusations and insults at Violetta in front of the assembled guests.
Act 3
A few months later, Violetta is seriously ill, with death fast approaching. Alfredo rushes to her bedside, finally having been told the truth by his father. Alfredo begs Violetta for her forgiveness. They plan a joyful future together, but Violetta breathes her last as she remembers the time she spent with Alfredo.
Practical Information
Book now to take advantage of Early Bird Specials! Tickets for Italy's famous summer opera festival available at attractive early bird prices for bookings made before November 9. Get your ticket for this unique opera performance today!
Premiere events and the categories Poltronissima Platinum and Gold are excluded from the offer.
Included are:
- Ticket to the opera performance in the chosen category
- One month's free access to a premium classical music streaming service
- self‐guided audio tour of Verona in English
Program
- Giuseppe Verdi – La Traviata
Cast / Production
to be announced
Arena di Verona
The Arena di Verona is the third largest Roman amphitheatre still standing. Built around 30 AD, the Arena is also among the best-preserved amphitheatres of the period. Its gigantic dimensions (140 meters long and 100 meters wide), and seating for over 30,000 spectators, ensure it dominates the northern part of Piazza Bra. Excellent acoustics and a fabulous location make it an ideal venue for large-scale opera performances. The monument was re-established as a theatre during the Renaissance, and in 1913 the tradition of opera at the Arena di Verona began with a production of Giuseppe Verdi's 'Aida'.
Customer Reviews
4.6 of 5
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Alexandra C, Suisse
Aug 2025
Magnifique
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Hans Richard J, Spanien
Aug 2025
Musikalisch war alles bestens, auch die Arena ist wunderschön. Leider störten die vielen Handybenutzer sehr. Obwohl gebeten wird (Aufdruck auf Ticket, dreisprachige Ansage) halten sich viele Menschen nicht dran und stören andere. In Bregenz leuchten die Ordner mit Taschenlampen auf die Handynutzer.
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John B, United Kingdom
Jul 2025
An unforgettable experience in the world class arena
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Fabiana V, Brazil
Jul 2025
Wonderful experience! Unforgettable!!
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Laurence C, France
Jul 2025
One of the most enjoyed and spectacular shows of my whole life
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Yeshua G, México
Jul 2025
Magnífica producción
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pierre d, France
Jul 2025
Super bien
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Bernhard D, Österreich
Jul 2025
Muss man einfach erlebt haben, war alles Perfekt🙂👍🏼
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Brigitte G, Deutschland
Jul 2025
Kein deutscher Lesetext!
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CHEVRIER LIONEL L, France
Jul 2025
À very beautiful show with very good singers musiciens and dancers!
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Kathleen S, Deutschland
Jul 2025
Bei Regen keine Alternative fürs Orchester zuha
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Brigitte P, Österreich
Jul 2025
Sehr gelungene Aufführung
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Flora M, Italia
Jul 2025
Ho accompagnato una cugina canadese che non era mai stata all'opera. Entrambe siamo rimaste entusiaste dello spettacolo. Strepitosi i costumi, meravigliosi gli artisti e una Violetta di una bravura eccezionale 😍
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Sylvia S, Deutschland
Jul 2025
Sehr schöne Atmosphäre. Gerne wieder.
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NICOLE F, France
Jul 2025
Magnifique spectacle
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Flora A, United Kingdom
Jul 2025
It was a dream come true. Thanks Classictic for making it happen!
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Gabrielle H, France
Jul 2025
Fantastic
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Stefan O, Deutschland
Jul 2025
Einfach nur schön. Von der ersten bis zur letzten minute. Vorsllem die darsteller verdienen besonderes lob
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Carmeb S, Schweiz
Jul 2025
Immer wieder gerne, es war wunderschön
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Didier C, Suisse
Jul 2025
Splendide sauf le costume de Violetta
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Hermona N, Israel
Jul 2025
Excellent
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Alexander M, Deutschland
Jun 2025
Wundervolle Atmosphäre
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ROBERT M, Australia
Jun 2025
Love Verona, amazing opera,
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Cecilia S, Canada
Jun 2025
I was given a good seat on the 'gradinate' no obstruction of my view towards the centre of the stage
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Ulrich M, Deutschland
Jun 2025
Top Opernaufführung
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Anne d, France
Jun 2025
Je n ai pqs trouve violetta extraordinaire difficulte àchanter les aigues et peu de presence sur scene. Dommage
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Julia K, Deutschland
Jun 2025
Die Pausen waren viel zu kurz
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Daniel M, Germany
Jul 2022
Magnifique !
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Jul 2022
One of the best we have been to the Arena
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Jul 2022
Super Abend in der Arena. Das aufwendige Bühnenbild war ein Augenschmaus. Die Sänger haben Ihre Stimme voll zur Geltung gebracht. Leider haben wir auf den Stein sitzen mehr schlecht als gut gesessen. Beim nächsten Mal nehmen wir Karten für Stühle.
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Godfrey G, Malta
Sep 2019
FANTASTIC.
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bruno P, France
Sep 2019
TRES BEAU SPECTACLE DANS UN CADRE MAGNIFIQUE; a voir au moins une fois dans sa vie
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Guy M, France
Sep 2019
Plus que parfait
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Dominique G, Canada
Aug 2019
Achat des billets, entree dans les arenes: 5/5. La sonorite pourrait être amelioree (amplification). Tres beaux decors, costumes, mise en scene et artistes. Tres belle soiree!
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Jutta B, Österreich
Aug 2019
tolles Ambiente, beeindruckende Stimmung, perfekte Organisation
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MICHAEL N, United Kingdom
Aug 2019
Magical !!
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Michiel B, Netherlands
Aug 2019
Fantastic experience. Great musical performance. Only downside was that my water bottle was taken at the entrance (500 ml soft squeeze bottle…) and someone apparently liked & took it.
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Alexandra Z, France
Aug 2019
Merveilleux opéra. Très bien interprété. Décor et costumes somptueux. C'est la 3ème fois que je vois cet opéra. C'était la plus belle version. De plus tout est bien organisé dans les arènes. Les places du fond entrée E sont très bien aussi
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Marina P, Россия
Aug 2019
Необычайные впечатления. Все слова только в превосходных значениях. Постановка, оркестр, исполнители, костюмы, дирижёр — лучше не бывает.
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ALINE M, France
Aug 2019
Magnifique
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Philippe B, France
Aug 2019
Soirée exceptionnelle
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Fabrice R, France
Aug 2019
Grandiose !
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Peter B, Schweiz
Aug 2019
Einmalige Atmosphäre in der Arena von Verona. Meisterhafte Aufführung der Oper "La Traviata". Der Besuch hat sich sehr gelohnt!
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Denise L, Schweiz
Aug 2019
Gesang sehr schön aber Sitz unbequem zu eng.
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Sylvia L, Schweiz
Aug 2019
Es war ein unglaublich tolles Erlebnis!!
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Catherine G, France
Aug 2019
Très beau spectacle. Entrée facile placement agréable.
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Janneke Q, Norway
Aug 2019
Above all the expectations
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Melanie B, United Kingdom
Jul 2019
The performance was spectacular this was our first opera what an experience.
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Jack B, France
Jul 2019
Je suis extrêmement satisfait du spectacle. comme d'habitude, mise en scène grandiose, distribution de grande qualité et une ambiance incomparable. Toutes mes félicitations au site pour ses services, sa fiabilité et la qualité des places attribuées. je suis un habitué des opéras en Italie, Vérone, Fenice, Scala et je ne passerai plus que par ce site de réservation. Cordialement
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Alain S, United Kingdom
Jun 2019
Absolutely fantastic performance. Will be back next year.
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Gert T, Denmark
Jun 2019
Fantastic Night in Verona
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RODOLFO S, Chile
Jun 2019
Great Leo Nucci
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bernt t, Norway
Jun 2019
Fantastic organisasjon. I was very late because i was very tired after traveling. But your Garda dere highly profesjonell i come back
Address
Arena di Verona, Piazza Bra 28, Verona, Italy — Google Maps
