Step into the world of Giacomo Puccini as we commemorate 100 years since his passing with an unforgettable celebration. Join us for an evening of discovery and delight, featuring an insightful lecture by James Conlon, Music Director of the LA Opera and a musical program by Fondazione Arena di Verona, introducing their upcoming 101st Opera Festival with a presentation by Artistic Director and Superintendent Cecilia Gasdia.
Experience the timeless allure of Puccini’s most cherished arias and other opera classics, brought to life by the voices of sopranos Yeajin Jeon and Sara Cortelezzis, alongside the powerful tenor Ivan Magrì, for a tribute to Puccini’s legacy that will resonate long after the evening’s final note.
Organized by the Italian Cultural Institute in Los Angeles with Fondazione Arena di Verona in collaboration with ENIT – Italian National Tourist Board and Regione Veneto.
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📍Italian Cultural Institute
1023 Hilgard Avenue
Los Angeles CA 90024