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Nabucco: Arena di Verona — 100th Opera Festival
Verona, Arena di Verona
About the Event
Soak up the emotional drama on stage and the heat of ancient stones, as Verdi's great patriotic opera fills the Arena di Verona with family and political drama, and unforgettable music.
Few settings could be more fitting for this drama on a grand scale as the fate of a nation plays out through Verdi's score, including the 'Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves' — an historical rallying cry in Italy's fight for nationhood, and one of the world's most‐loved opera choruses.
'Nabucco is an opera in four acts composed by Giuseppe Verdi in 1841 on a libretto by Temistocle Solera. The libretto is based on a 1836 play by Auguste Anicet‐Bourgeois and Francis Cornu, and on the biblical books of Daniel and Jeremiah.
Combining romance and politics, as the Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar (Nabucco) assaults Jerusalem, personal dramas play out. Enslaved, the Israelites sing the famous 'Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves' — an extract that achieved instant success as an unofficial revoutionary hymn for the northern Italians chafing under Habsburg rule — and eventually emerge triumphant.
Act 1
The Israelites of Jerusalem bewail their fate as the Babylonians besiege Jerusalem. They hope Fenena, Nabucco's daughter, held as a hostage, may save them the worst of the Balbylonian's rage.
Ismaele, the son of the King of Jerusalem enters to warn that the Babylonian army is victorious, and Zaccaria, the High Priest, leaves Fenena in his care. Fenena and Ismaele speak of their meeting in Babylon, and their love for one another.
Fenena's warrior sister, Abigaille, bursts into the temple at the head of a troop of Babylonian soldiers. Abigaille promises Ismaele his life and clemency for his people if he will return her love and become her consort. Ismaele declines, and the victorious Nabucco enters the Temple.
Zaccaria curses the Babylonian king as a blasphemer, and threatens to kill Fenena, but Ismaele intervenes to save his beloved and returns her, unharmed, to her father. The Israelites curse Ismaele, and Nabucco orders the Temple looted and razed to the ground.
Act 2
In Babylon, Abigaille finds a document that shows she is not the daughter of the king, but the child of slaves. She thinks of how different things might have been if Ismaele had returned her love, but vows vengeance on Nabucco and his heir, Fenena.
The High Priest of Baal enters to say that the Babylonians have decided to offer the throne to Abigaille, as Fenena has freed the Israelite prisoners.
Zaccaria prays for God's guidance in his quest to convert the Babylonians, starting with Fenena. A palace advisor rushes in to tell the newly‐converted Fenena of rumours that the King is dead, and Abigaille stands poised to take the throne.
Before Fenena can escape, Abigaille and the High Priest of Baal enter, sentence the Israelites to death, and demand the royal scepter from Fenena, who defies her sister. Suddenly Nabucco reappears and proclaims himself both King and God. The King is struck down by a lightning bolt, and goes insane.
Act 3
Abigaille is acclaimed as ruler of Babylon. The High Priest urges her to sign the warrant for the execution of the Israelite prisoners.
Nabucco enters, and Abigaille placates him by saying she is acting as Regent until he returns to health. Abigaille convinces Nabucco to sign the warrant, then taunts him with the fact that Fenena's life is also forfeit. Nabucco tries to find the document proving Abigaille's parentage, but she tears it up in front of him. Nabucco looks for support from the guards, but realises none remain loyal to him.
On the banks of the Euphrates, the Israelites rest from their forced labours, and dream of returning to their homeland, victorious.
Act 4
Nabucco awakes from a restless sleep to hear the sounds of Fenena being lead to her execution. He tries to intervene, but realises he too is a prisoner. Nabucco prays to the Israelite's God to save his daughter, promising that he will convert and lead all of his people to do likewise. Nabucco's reason returns, and he is able to convince his advisors that he is himself again, and to rally forces loyal to his authority.
Outside, Fenena goes to her death, hailed as a martyr. Nabucco arrives just in time, and calls for the statue of Baal to be destroyed. Miraculously, it tumbles down.
Abigaille takes poison, and confesses her crimes as she dies, praying for Ismaele and Fenena to be united, and for the forgiveness of the Israelites' God. Nabucco commands the Israelites to return to Jerusalem and rebuild their Temple. He now shares their faith. The crowd praises God for the miracle they have witnessed.
Practical Information
Included are:
- Ticket to the opera performance in the chosen category
- two months, no‐obligation access to a premium classical music streaming service
- self‐guided audio tour of Verona in English
Program
- Verdi, Giuseppe – Nabucco
Customer Reviews
5.0 of 5
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Changzhi G, 中国
Sep 2014
非常，非常棒！
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Aug 2022
Muy adecuado y sin problemas
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Aug 2022
la moitié vue etait tres bien car avec la pluie le spectacle a cessé
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Michael M, United Kingdom
Aug 2022
Wonderful performance of Carmen.
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Aug 2022
Hochwertige Künstler‐Besetzung, umwerfendes Bühnenbild, flexibles Orchester, dynamischer Dirigent (mit einem Blick für die Wetterlage😄), gute Einlassorganisation mit Sicherheitsvorkehrungen‐ ein Genuss
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Aug 2022
Einfach ein gelebter Traum!
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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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ana maria l, Venezuela
Jul 2022
Excelent , singers,corrography, the place. I will never forget it
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Luis T., Brazil
Jul 2022
Did not give 5, because the subtitles were not working.
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Svetlana S, Россия
Sep 2019
Благодарна компании за возможность посетить потрясающее зрелище в Вероне, не волнуясь о билетах, так как смогла приобрести их заранее! Рекомендую всем!
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Godfrey G, Malta
Sep 2019
FANTASTIC.
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Godfrey G, Malta
Sep 2019
Excellent.
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Dávid G, Hungary
Sep 2019
It was fantastic, professional organization and lecture
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Eamonn D, Ireland
Sep 2019
Stunning Experience
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Hazel O, United Kingdom
Sep 2019
Wonderful in every way!!
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Astrid R, Australia
Sep 2019
Amazing — WOW what an experience — easy entry‐ we’ll organise — sound and visuals absolutely magnificent.
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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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Elaine S, United Kingdom
Sep 2019
Absolutely fabulous!
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Guy M, France
Sep 2019
Plus que parfait
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Judit S, Hungary
Sep 2019
Imposing spectacle,high quality singers /especially the two ladies/and musicians,amazing atmosphere!
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Margaret B, New Zealand
Sep 2019
Wonderful spectacle and fabulous performance, all performers were excellent.
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Harald B, Österreich
Sep 2019
Mega Event echt beeindruckend top organisiert tolle Plätze gute Akustik
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Fatma Sibel O, Turkey
Aug 2019
I admired the performance
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Fatma Sibel O, Turkey
Aug 2019
My seat was a bit back, so I couldn’t see the performers’ face mimics. Otherwise, Murat Karahan’ performance was excellent.
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Steffi M, Deutschland
Aug 2019
Einfach nur Berauschend!!! Was für ein Bühnenbild, was für eine Akustik. Immer wieder gerne!
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Ray M, United Kingdom
Aug 2019
This was a fantastic event and worth every Cent. The production was amazing, the sets brilliant and the organisation first class with easy entry and exit from the Arena. It was hard to believe that four hours could slip past so quickly. Well done.
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Nicolas S, Schweiz
Aug 2019
Tolle Inszenierung. Erstklassige Musiker. Umwerfende Akustik. Wir kommen gerne wieder. Auch die Buchung über classictic lief bestens.
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Lionel C, France
Aug 2019
Exceptionnel et inoubliable……
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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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Frank d, Netherlands
Aug 2019
Very impressive!
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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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Gilles F, France
Aug 2019
très beau spectacle.
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Gerry M, Italy
Aug 2019
Excellent
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Florence D, France
Aug 2019
Concert et lieu magnifiques
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ALINE M, France
Aug 2019
Magnifique
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Catherine M, France
Aug 2019
Du grand spectacle , une des plus belles représentations des opéras de Puccini dans un cadre exceptionnel
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vimala m, Italy
Aug 2019
Very well organized ….the performance was great, however, I was expecting something a lot more wow!
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Dermot B, Ireland
Aug 2019
Wonderful.
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åse b, Sweden
Aug 2019
En magisk kväll!
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Caroline L, France
Aug 2019
Fabuleux!
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Philippe B, France
Aug 2019
Soirée exceptionnelle
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Susanne R, Deutschland
Aug 2019
Wunderbar — fast perfekt! Nur traurig dass so eine tolle Aufführung nicht ausverkauft ist!
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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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Nicolina G, Deutschland
Aug 2019
🎼Tolle Atmosphäre 🎼
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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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Dominic R, United Kingdom
Jul 2019
It was wonderful. The music and theatrical staging were inspiring.
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Jørgen T, Denmark
Jul 2019
Fantastisk opera and setup.
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Jack B, France
Jul 2019
Deuxième soir et comme hier je suis extrêmement satisfait du spectacle d’opéra à Vérone. Je ne peux que redire ce que j’ai dit hier : « 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 passe plus que par ce site de réservation. « Cordialement
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Beyanid C, USA
Jul 2019
Spectacular!
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Niamh C, Ireland
Jul 2019
Absolutely brilliant production of Aida, truly captivating staging and wonderful performers.
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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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Marie U, France
Jul 2019
Parfait bon emplacement des places une soirée fabuleuse
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SUMIO N, 日本
Jul 2019
とてもいいお席で良かったです
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Maria R, Canada
Jul 2019
It was superb! Excellent ! I have seen Carmen 4 times….this is the best!
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Susan M, Australia
Jul 2019
Well organised evening with all Arena staff very helpful and cheerful. Be prepared to queue for couple of hours if you have unnumbered seat. But well worth it in the end
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Philippe T, France
Jul 2019
La durée est longue, donc une fin trop tardive. L'idéal est de débuter à 20h
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Mariola J, Belgique
Jul 2019
Ce fut une expérience enrichissante que je renouvellerai volontiers mais il est clair que les arènes ne sont pas l'endroit idéal pour découvrir un opéra que l'on ne connait pas car le coté peu intimiste du lieu ne permet pas s'imprégner totalement du spectacle.
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Alberto S, España
Jul 2019
Escenografía magnifica. Cuesta un poco acostumbrarse al nivel de sonido en un recinto abierto tan diferente a un teatro de ópera. En un teatro único como este quizás debieran replantearse la ubicación de la orquesta. Poniéndola al nivel de la platea mejorarían la audición y no tienen problema con subir el nivel del escenario.
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Veronika F, Россия
Jul 2019
Потрясающе!!!
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René N, France
Jul 2019
Bonjour Très beau spectacle, décors fabuleux, comédiens talentueux très bonne ambiance j'y retournerai pour voir un autre spectacle merci;
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Dr. Friedrich G, Deutschland
Jul 2019
Extrem gute Aufführung. Sowohl was Bühnenbild und Choreographie betrifft, als auch die Leistung der Sänger und des Orchesters. Ein großartiges Erlebnis
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Amanda D, Ireland
Jul 2019
It was fantastic it was well done it was easy to get to our seat we had no problems it was wonderful
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Veronika F, Россия
Jul 2019
Fantastichno!!!
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Sven M, Sweden
Jul 2019
Wonderful!!
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Alfred Z, Deutschland
Jul 2019
Einfach allerhöchste Stimmqualität von Anna
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Alain S, United Kingdom
Jun 2019
Absolutely fantastic performance. Will be back next year.
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MASAMI K, 日本
Jun 2019
会場に入るまではとても心配していましたが、スムーズに入場できました。スタッフも親切でお天気にも恵まれアイーダを楽しく感動して見ることが出来ました。
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Dick S, Netherlands
Jun 2019
Total experience very worthwhile
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Gert T, Denmark
Jun 2019
Fantastic Night in Verona
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johan f, United Kingdom
Jun 2019
superbly sublime
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RODOLFO S, Chile
Jun 2019
Unforgatable has been at 700 presentation of Aida at Verona Arena
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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
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Changzhi G, 中国
Sep 2014
非常，非常棒！
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Changzhi G, 中国
Sep 2014
非常，非常棒！
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