Lucia di Lammermoor

Gaetano Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor is one of the undisputed highlights of the bel canto repertoire. This opera has continued to fascinate audiences ever since its world premiere in 1835, thanks to its blend of forbidden love, political intrigue and unparalleled vocal virtuosity. The music builds an irresistible, almost mystical tension that never lets you go. The opera owes its reputation primarily to its incredibly demanding leading role, which has made many sopranos – including Maria Callas – legendary. The madness scene in particular, which leaves no one unmoved, is one of the absolute highlights of the romantic bel canto repertoire. The Belgian Opera & Operetta Organisation is bringing this timeless classic back to the stage, almost 200 years after its premiere. Internationally renowned Scottish conductor Dario Salvi leads the orchestra and soloists through the highs and lows of Donizetti’s masterful score, accompanied by the Belgian Opera Choir, prepared by Luc Laurent. Let yourself be swept away by the setting of mystical 17th-century Scotland and immerse yourself in the haunting story of Lucia di Lammermoor.