Romantic Italian Opera with Dinner
Florence, Chiesa di Santa Monaca — Main Hall
About the Event
Hear the most famous opera arias by Bellini, Puccini, Verdi and many more in the unique atmosphere of the Santa Monaca Church in Florence. The talented singers will by accompanied by a piano.
Make this evening into a proper Italian treat and enjoy a dinner at a typical Italian restaurant before the concert.
Practical Information
Before the concert, a typical Tuscan dinner awaits you at the 'Trattoria Napoleone', situated at Piazza del Carmine 24, only two minutes from Santa Monaca Church.
Schedule:
7:00 pm: Dinner at Trattoria Napoleone
9:15 pm: Concert
Before the concert, a typical Tuscan dinner awaits you at the 'Trattoria Napoleone', situated at Piazza del Carmine 24, only two minutes from Santa Monaca Church.
Menu
Entree of vegetables
Mixed Tuscan appetizer
(salami, fennel, Parma ham 24 crowns, polenta with sausage, polenta with mushrooms, polenta with liver pate.)
First choice on site
Spaghetti with truffled carbonara.
Tortelli mugellani with wild boar.
Sienese pici with sausage sauce.
Dessert
Warm apple pie with mascarpone cream and
strawberry topping.
More water, coffee and a glass of Napoleon red or white wine.
for each course we offer vegetarian alternative
Program
- Puccini, Giacomo – Tosca – Arias from 'Tosca'
- Puccini, Giacomo – La Bohème – Arias from: "La Bohème"
- Puccini, Giacomo – Arias from Madama Butterfly
- Verdi, Giuseppe – La Traviata – Arias from La Traviata
- Bellini, Vincenzo – Arias and Duets from Norma
- Bizet, Georges – Carmen – Carmen (arias and duets)
- -not set- – Classical Neapolitan Songs
- -not set- – Other famous arias from Classic Italian Opera
Customer Reviews
5.0 of 5
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Malcolm H, USA
Dec 2019
Simply wonderful. Intimate and delicious dinner. Very creative menu. Terrific performance.
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Peter G, United Kingdom
Oct 2018
The food and the service at the Trattoria Napoleone were first class, as were the soprano and her accompanying pianist at the church hall afterwards. A really good evening’s entertainment.
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Aug 2022
We all enjoyed the evening immensely. The venue is so fitting for watching and listening to such talented artistes; the pianist and the two singers gave wonderful performances. We have been privileged to attend the opera on a few occasions and we are never disappointed. Highly recommend and an unforgettable experience.
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Jun 2022
The singer is charming the inspiring environment.
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Malcolm H, USA
Dec 2019
Simply wonderful. Intimate and delicious dinner. Very creative menu. Terrific performance.
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Vanina B, Bulgaria
Nov 2019
Superb performance. Invaluable experience! Thank you!
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Timothy S, USA
Nov 2019
The entire event was sublime. Recommending this to all I know heading to Firenze, and hoping to return ourselves. Thank you to the performers on the program, and the facilitators that made this possible.
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Sally H, United Kingdom
Oct 2019
Very enjoyable evening
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David S, United Kingdom
Oct 2019
Excellent intimate high quality experience
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catherine d, France
Oct 2019
Très bon spectacle , voix magnifiques dans le décor magique de cette vieille église dont l'accoustique vient renforcer les émotions
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Ursula D, Ireland
Oct 2019
What a wonderful performance, very moving. Both sorpranos and pianist were a pleasure to listen to and made the evening very special.
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Ann C, Ireland
Oct 2019
Great setting, loved the performance
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Francine D, France
Oct 2019
Superbe performance ! Deux sopranos magnifiques et d'excellents pianistes
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Christine T, United Kingdom
Oct 2019
Could not have been better. Intimate venue, great energy from the performers and an appreciative audience. Standing ovation. Don’t hesitate to see this.
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Patricia B, USA
Sep 2019
Was fantastic. I love it. Such a talent
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David A, United Kingdom
Sep 2019
An absolutely beautiful night. We enjoyed the performance immensely.
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Juan Pablo N, Chile
Sep 2019
Buena performance, nos faltó algunos instrumentos para hacer la presentación más atractiva.
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Miguel P, Spain
Sep 2019
Excellent performances, a magic night!
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Lillias S, United Kingdom
Aug 2019
Totally breathtaking.
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Gurdeep B, United Kingdom
Aug 2019
Excellent performances. Rodolfo is an accomplished pianist and we enjoyed his solo performances. Hiroko has an exquisite voice and was mesmerising to watch and listen to. Well worth going to see.
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Kirsty G, United Kingdom
Aug 2019
Bellissimo!!
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Sharon D, United Kingdom
Aug 2019
Excellent evening. Very talented performers in an intimate setting. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it.
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Josette M, France
Aug 2019
Voix exceptionnelles à concert exceptionnel , le tout sublimé par 2 musiciens hors pair . Ils semblent avoir autant de plaisir à jouer que nous à les écouter , expérience à renouveler
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Jens D, Deutschland
Aug 2019
Wir waren sehr begeistert. Das Restaurant klein und sehr nett, das Essen lecker und das Konzert gemeinsam mit den Chören hat unsere Erwartung übertroffen
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Claudia M, Perú
Jul 2019
Ha sido una experiencia fabulosa. La soprano y el pianista de lujo. Las arias seleccionadas no eran las del programa en la web, pero no importa. La acústica perfecta. Imperdible!!!
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Mayra B, Perú
Jul 2019
Muy lindo espectáculo…voces impecables y un estupendo pianista…lo disfrutamos mucho!
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Rhonda L, Italy
Jul 2019
It was wonderful! So much talent by all of the performers. I would suggest more fans, as it was very warm!
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Corinne T, France
Jun 2019
Très bien
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claudia M, France
May 2019
J'étais ravie, comblée. Le concert est magnifique.
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Matt R, United Kingdom
May 2019
A wonderful atmosphere. A moving performance. Highly recommend. In such a beautiful place of the region.
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Holstein M, Deutschland
May 2019
Die Sopranistin 2m vor uns — wie ein Privatkonzert. Der Pianist mit Leidenschaft dabei! Liebevoll hergerichtet, toller Spot für einen anschließenden Drink in den umliegenden Vinotheken.
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Houria B, France
May 2019
Très belle représentation. Un duo superbe. A ne pas rater.
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Claudia L, United Kingdom
May 2019
Amazing performance!!!!
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Linda W, USA
May 2019
This was a stronger and more professional program than anticipated. All performers seemed to enjoy sharing their love of opera and classical piano with the relatively small, but enthusiastic audience. I enjoyed listening to young Elena’s strong and accomplished voice knowing that she will continue to grow and flourish. The pianist was a nice surprise and his Chopin was technically flawless but would have had greater impact in a more classical, non‐ operatic program. Enjoyed their playfulness yet professional air, and the acoustics were excellent. Elena’s clear pitch perfect strong voice powerfully command this former church. Delightful and well worth the ticket price. Thank you —
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Frenkel M, France
May 2019
It was fine!
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Emma W, United Kingdom
Apr 2019
We loved every second. Dinner at Vivanda was exceptional with our charming host talking us through the delicious local organic wines and courses. The concert was breathtaking. Everything was so well organised and I will definitely be booking another evening. Thank you.
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Kimberly M, Canada
Mar 2019
The Italian Opera performance at Santa Monaca Church in Florence was the highlight of our trip. The music was beautiful and the intimate setting in a beautiful old building made it even more special. Bravo!
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Barry L, United Kingdom
Mar 2019
The venue was small and intimate, holds perhaps 30 people, the performance was excellent. Singing of the highest quality supported by a very good pianist. I would absolutely recommend. My only complaint is the show ended to quickly, I wanted more.
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Theresa B, Schweiz
Mar 2019
Sehr schönes ausgewogener Programm hat uns gefallen. Theresa und Sarah Zürich
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Weina C, Germany
Mar 2019
Wonderful beautiful evening in this exclusive venue and with such virtuous artists! Florence is an amazing city that inspires so many beauty. La dolce vita in the air. Thank u for this touching evening ❤️
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Johan A, Sweden
Mar 2019
Amazing performances in a beautiful church! I highly recommend this opera experience!
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Marcel B, Italien
Feb 2019
Die Sängerin hatte eine phantastische Stimme: weich und zugleich in allen Tonlagen kraftvoll. Ich hätte ihr gerne weiter zugehört. — Die Auswahl der Stücke war gut. Da gibt’s für so eine kurze Aufführung natürlich reichlich Potential. Der Pianist war fast genauso exzellent. Er nahm in den Stücken, die er solo spielte, die Geschwindigkeit als Maßstab für Güte. — Nun, wer weiß, wie die Komponisten es gespielt haben…?!? Auf jeden Fall war die Aufführung eine Bereicherung für den Abend. Und der Preis von xx,-€ war trotz Kürze der Aufführung (für Erwachsene) noch okay.
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Thomas O, United Kingdom
Jan 2019
Excellent performances in a beautiful venue. I’d highly recommend to anyone making a trip to Florence.
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Carlos M, España
Jan 2019
Entusiasmado y una experiencia única, nunca me había sentido tan feliz escuchando, viendo y viviendo tan intensamente esta experiencia. Simplemente sensorial para todos los sentidos
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Aurélia A, France
Jan 2019
Un concert sublime et chaleureux et des artistes divins.
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stephane L, France
Dec 2018
Soirée agréable mais un peu courte (une heure)
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Yanan C, USA
Dec 2018
Wonderful performance and great venue. Punctual starting time. We enjoyed the program a lot! The dinner was amazing and the restaurant was really accommodating, even for vegetarians!
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Jesus Javier M, España
Nov 2018
Es una pena que no se llenara el recinto. Será por falta de divulgación?. Sonido perfecto (acústica genial). Disfrutamos del espectáculo.
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Valérie D, France
Nov 2018
Bonne soirée dans l'ensemble. Concert pour grand public, morceaux connus du répertoire, on passe un bon moment. Les interprètes sont bien , l'ambiance n'est pas guindée, ne pas prévoir de tenues de soirée… l'église est toute simple aussi. Nous n'avions pas pris le dîner. Prévoir d'être bien vêtu s'il fait froid.
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Peter G, United Kingdom
Oct 2018
The food and the service at the Trattoria Napoleone were first class, as were the soprano and her accompanying pianist at the church hall afterwards. A really good evening’s entertainment.
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robert g, USA
Oct 2018
Venue in simple unadorned church. Excellent acoustics. Close‐up seating to performers. Only 40 people in audience. Baritone, soprano and pianist all excellent
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Aase B, Norway
Oct 2018
I enjoyed the concert and would easily be back.
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Joe C, United Kingdom
Oct 2018
We loved it!!! All the classics in 1 hour, moving and great fun!
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Maureen M, Canada
Oct 2018
Very enjoyable. Talented people.
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Gary K, United Kingdom
Jun 2015
a lovely evening…
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Aleksei A, Россия
Oct 2014
Еда — слишком простая, если не сказать хуже. Стаканы и приборы пластиковые, столы тоже очень простые. Зал очень приятный. Но главное — акустика. Концерт великолепный. Голоса звучали волшебно.
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Petra H.,
Oct 2012
It was GREAT.
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laure g.,
Sep 2012
magnifique !
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Ursula N., Germany
Sep 2012
Die Veranstaltung hat alle Erwartungen erfüllt
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Joachim K.,
Aug 2012
Hervorragend! Sehr schöne Stimmung!
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Jane G., United Kingdom
Aug 2012
Lovely atmosphere
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Malcolm H, USA
Dec 2019
Simply wonderful. Intimate and delicious dinner. Very creative menu. Terrific performance.
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Peter G, United Kingdom
Oct 2018
The food and the service at the Trattoria Napoleone were first class, as were the soprano and her accompanying pianist at the church hall afterwards. A really good evening’s entertainment.
Address
Chiesa di Santa Monaca, Via S. Monaca 6, Florence, Italy — Google Maps