Arena di Verona Opera Festival

The 102nd edition of the Arena di Verona Opera Festival was held from June 13 to September 6, 2025, with 51 evenings in total, combining five operas with a rich offering of concerts and ballets. The festival opened with Nabucco in Stefano Poda's new production, featuring a futuristic and atomic aesthetic meticulously crafted in every scenic detail.

Among the most applauded moments was the new "crystal" Aida by Stefano Poda, which premiered on June 20 with transparent surfaces and innovative lighting effects, creating an original dialogue between Egyptian symbolism and contemporary haute couture. The program was completed by La Traviata, Rigoletto, and Carmen, alongside the dance evenings and concerts that have always enriched the Arena's summer season.

Operas in the 2025 program

• Nabucco (Verdi) — new production by Stefano Poda, opening night.
• Aida (Verdi) — "crystal" staging by Stefano Poda, premiere on June 20.
• La Traviata (Verdi).
• Rigoletto (Verdi).
• Carmen (Bizet).

The program was complemented by five concerts and dance evenings spread throughout the summer.