Teatro Massimo in Palermo hosts John Turturro’s Rigoletto

The Teatro Massimo in Palermo is set to stage Giuseppe Verdi’s masterpiece, Rigoletto, from October 23 to 31, 2026. This production, directed by John Turturro, returns to Sicily following an acclaimed international tour.

The production is a co-production involving the Teatro Regio di Torino, the Shaanxi Opera House, and the Opéra Royal de Wallonie. Musical direction is led by Gianna Fratta, with Lisa Capaccioli handling the direction for this run. The staging features Renaissance-inspired scenery by Francesco Frigeri and lighting by Alessandro Carletti.

The cast features prominent international performers, including the debut of French baritone Ludovic Tézier in the title role. For subsequent performances on October 24, 27, 29, and 31, the role will be performed by baritone Roman Burdenko.