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Rossini’s comic opera Il Barbiere di Siviglia returns to the Metropolitan Opera House in Bartlett Sher’s energetic production. Follow the clever barber Figaro as he helps Count Almaviva win Rosina’s heart, while outwitting the scheming Dr. Bartolo. With Giacomo Sagripanti conducting a stellar cast, this high-energy staging guarantees a delightful evening of music and laughter.

What is Il Barbiere di Siviglia about?

Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) is a sparkling comedy that centres on the resourceful barber Figaro. Set in Seville, the opera tells the story of Count Almaviva, who enlists Figaro’s help to woo the lively Rosina. However, her guardian, Dr. Bartolo, has his own plans to marry her, leading to a whirlwind of disguises, trickery, and hilarity. Rossini’s vibrant score, filled with iconic arias like "Largo al factotum" and "Una voce poco fa," perfectly complements the fast-paced and witty plot, making this opera an enduring favourite.

Who are the cast and creatives of Il Barbiere di Siviglia?

Mezzo-sopranos Isabel Leonard (Carmen) and Aigul Akhmetshina (La Cenerentola) alternate as Rosina, with Lawrence Brownlee (La Sonnambula) and Jack Swanson (Don Giovanni) as Count Almaviva. Baritones Davide Luciano (La Cenerentola) and Andrey Zhilikhovsky (Don Giovanni) perform as Figaro. Nicola Alaimo (Falstaff) and bass-baritone Peter Kálmán (Die Fledermaus) are Dr. Bartolo, with Alexander Vinogradov (Don Carlos) as Don Basilio.

Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher (The King and I, South Pacific) directs this joyous production, adding his signature flair for inventive storytelling. Conductor Giacomo Sagripanti (La Cenerentola, La Traviata) brings Rossini’s lively and intricate score to life, infusing the performance with energy and charm.

The History of Il Barbiere di Siviglia

Premiering in 1816, Rossini’s Il Barbiere di Siviglia is one of the most performed and beloved operas in the repertoire. The work, based on Pierre Beaumarchais’s play, is celebrated for its wit, melodic inventiveness, and technical brilliance. Bartlett Sher’s acclaimed production first premiered at the Met in 2006 and has since become a staple of the company’s repertoire, lauded for its whimsical set design and playful humour. This revival continues to showcase the timeless appeal of Rossini’s masterpiece, ensuring its place as an operatic treasure.

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Step into the enchanting world of Rossini’s Il Barbiere di Siviglia. With its all-star cast, exuberant staging, and sparkling score, this production guarantees an unforgettable night of laughter and musical brilliance. Secure your tickets now and experience the magic of this operatic gem at the Metropolitan Opera House.