Teatro Rossetti in Trieste has announced its 2024-2025 season, headlined by the 40th-anniversary return of The Phantom of the Opera from April 29 to May 9. The schedule features a mix of international musicals, dance performances, and comedy, including a New Year’s Eve production of Cinderella on Ice and a January 7 concert by John Owen Jones.
The Phantom of the Opera Returns to Trieste
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera will return to the Teatro Rossetti stage from April 29 to May 9. The production arrives as the musical celebrates its 40th anniversary globally. According to the theater’s programming, this version follows the staging by Federico Bellone, which previously debuted at the venue. While the cast remains undisclosed, the production is positioned as a centerpiece of the spring calendar.
Winter Musicals and Holiday Programming
The musical season officially begins in December with several holiday-themed productions. On December 2, the theater will host A Christmas Carol, a production by Compagnia Dell’Alba and Teatro Stabile d’Abruzzo. The show features Roberto Ciufoli as Scrooge and is directed by Fabrizio Angelini.
Other December highlights include:
- Notre Dame de Paris: The modern opera featuring music by Riccardo Cocciante returns with several original cast members.
- Galà dell’Operetta e del Musical: Scheduled for December 26, this annual event is produced by the International Operetta Association and directed by Andrea Binetti.
- Cinderella on Ice: For New Year’s Eve, the theater will transform its stage into an ice rink. Organizational director Stefano Curti stated the decision was driven by audience interest in figure skating.
2025 International Artists and Musical Highlights
The new year opens with a performance by world-renowned tenor John Owen Jones on January 7. Jones, known for his roles in The Phantom of the Opera and Les Misérables, will perform his first live concert in Trieste.
The first quarter of 2025 continues with these scheduled events:
- Gloria: A musical based on the hits of Umberto Tozzi, debuting in February.
- Frida Opera Musical: A production titled Arte Passione, Rivoluzione: Viva la vida!, co-authored and directed by Andrea Ortis and Gianmario Pagano.
- All you need is love: A Beatles tribute show scheduled for March 31, created by Sandro Cisolla and performed by Chiara Canzian and Jacopo Sarno.
- Il ragazzo dai pantaloni rosa: A new production by Massimo Piparo, based on the Eagle Pictures and Weekend Films movie, which will close the season.
Dance, Circus, and Performance Art
The dance and performance segment of the season focuses on “contaminations” or mixed-genre works. This begins December 7 with Forever Tango, a musical centered on Argentine tango. The season also includes a production of The Nutcracker and a January appearance by Les Virtuoses.
Additional performance art bookings include:
- Complexions: Choreographies by Dwight Rhoden set to music by Sam Smith.
- Arturo Brachetti: The renowned illusionist will perform his Solo show.
- Rock the Ballet: A fusion of classical ballet and rock music.
- Slava’s Snowshow: A poetic theatrical performance.
- Yoann Bourgeois Art Company: Closing the performance series with The Infinite Approach.
- Federico Zeno Bassanese: Presenting Nel mondo, con le stelle.
Comedy and Classical Concerts
The theater’s broader programming includes stand-up comedy and orchestral music. Confirmed acts include Fabio De Luigi in Biol, Enrico Brignano in Bello di mamma, and Virginia Raffaele in Bancàl, directed by Federico Tiezzi. The Wiener Symphoniker are also scheduled to return for a concert performance.
Teatro Rossetti Season FAQ
When is The Phantom of the Opera playing?
The production runs from April 29 to May 9.
Who is performing on January 7?
International tenor John Owen Jones will perform his first live show in Trieste on that date.
What is special about the New Year’s Eve show?
The theater will host Cinderella on Ice, which involves converting the stage into a functional ice rink for the performers.
Which Beatles tribute is scheduled?
All you need is love, an idea by Sandro Cisolla, will be performed on March 31.