Cosmopolis Festival of the Municipality of Kavala, in collaboration with the Municipality of Nuremberg, the Public Music University of Nuremberg, the Chamber of Commerce of Kavala, and the non-profit organisation FIXinArt, are delighted to present the production of “La Bohème” by Giacomo Puccini on the stage of Music School of Kavala with two (2) performances at 20:00 on Friday and Saturday, December 6 and 7, 2024.
Giacomo Puccini’s opera “La Bohème” intertwined with the essence of romantic tragedy, captivates audiences through its thrilling music and heartbreaking story. Based on Henri Murger’s novel “Scènes de la vie de bohème”, the opera follows the love story between Rodolfo, a poet, and Mimi, a seamstress, set against the backdrop of 19th-century Paris. Their lives are marked by poverty, art, and genuine love, yet Mimi’s illness and financial hardships cast a shadow over their relationship, leading to a poignant and unforgettable ending.
First performed in 1896 at the Teatro Regio in Turin under the direction of the legendary Arturo Toscanini, “La Bohème” quickly became a staple on opera stages worldwide, captivating both audiences and critics with its exquisite melodies and intense drama. Today, it stands as one of the most beloved operas globally, praised for its accessibility and emotional resonance,making it an ideal introduction to opera for new audiences.
Puccini, born into a musical family in Lucca, Tuscany, rose as Verdi’s most significant successor. His distinctive style masterfully captures the full range of human emotions—from the lightheartedness of love and joy to despair, betrayal, and profound loss. Alongside Tosca and Madame Butterfly, La Bohème established Puccini as one of the greatest opera composers of all time.
In La Bohème, Puccini’s music seamlessly bridges everyday life with the profound emotions of love and friendship, creating a work of unique power and sensitivity that continues to resonate deeply with audiences. Blending a dramatic plot with realism and heartfelt emotion, it stands as one of Puccini’s most powerful works, offering a vivid portrayal of life within the bohemian culture of its era.
Performance Dates:
- Friday, 06.12.2024;
- Saturday, 07.12.2024.
Time: 20:00
Place: Music School of Kavala
Contributors:
- Alexia Voulgaridou, Artistic Coordinator;
- Guido Johannes Rumstadt, Conductor;
- Raffaele Bartoli, Director;
- Diego Parlanti, Assistant Director;
- Jan Roelof Wolthuis, Head of music;
- Dimitris Dimitriadis, Sound Engineer;
- Melina Zervaki, Lighting Design;
- Maria Sgouridou, Conductor of adult choir;
- Konstantia Kyprou, Conductor of children’s choir;
- Athanasios Parmenidis, Band Conductor;
- ArtAttack, Stage Design;
- Can Temizgezek, Graphic Designer.
Kavala – presale point
Tourist Information Centre, Ionos Dragoumi with El. Venizelos Street (18:00 – 20:00 Monday to Friday), or online here.
For more information, please call: 6945 801028 (18:00 – 20:00 Monday to Friday)
Performing:
- Mimì: Victoria Armillota (England), Hyesuk Park (South Korea);
- Rodolfo: Enrico Park (Korea), Akis Kalmoukis (Greece);
- Marcello: Konstantinos Stafylidis (Greece), Teaseop Kim (South Korea);
- Musetta: Analisa Soli (Italy), Dioklea Hoxha (Kosovo);
- Schaunard: Qinchuan Lan (China);
- Colline: Ulrich Pfanzgraf (Germany);
- Benoit / Alcindoro: Alex Franzo (Italy).
