Sorrisi Lirici in Diano Castello
Opera under the stars in Piazza Mons. Massone
About Sorrisi Lirici
Opera in the square in Diano Castello
Sorrisi Lirici is the festival that brings opera to the summer evenings of Diano Castello, a village in the Gulf of Diano in the province of Imperia. The idea is to bring the great repertoire closer to the public, staging titles of Italian comic opera in the square, under the stars, with singers and piano accompaniment.
A tradition that continues
Now in its 10th edition, the festival is one of the highlights of the Castrum Musicae concert season. The performance takes place in Piazza Mons. Massone, in the heart of the historic centre, in an intimate setting that enhances the direct relationship between performers and spectators.
Opera for everyone
With free admission, Sorrisi Lirici is designed for both enthusiasts and those approaching opera for the first time. The choice of a comic, brilliant, and accessible repertoire, along with the informal setting of a village square, makes the evening an experience of music and conviviality typical of the Ligurian summer in Ponente.
Sorrisi Lirici — edition 2026
On July 4, 2026, at 9:00 PM, Piazza Mons. Massone in Diano Castello will host the tenth edition of Sorrisi Lirici, featuring Don Pasquale by Gaetano Donizetti, one of the masterpieces of Italian opera buffa.
The stage will feature bass Nicholas Tagliatini, the festival's artistic director, alongside soprano Anna Delfino, baritone Carlo Morini, tenor Carlo Giacchetta, and pianist Alberto Perfetti. This event is part of the first Castrum Musicae concert season and admission is free.
Programme Sorrisi Lirici 2026
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 9:00 PM, Piazza Mons. Massone
- Don Pasquale by Gaetano Donizetti
- Featuring Nicholas Tagliatini (bass), Anna Delfino (soprano), Carlo Morini (baritone), Carlo Giacchetta (tenor), and Alberto Perfetti (piano)
- 10th edition of Sorrisi Lirici, as part of the Castrum Musicae season
Highlights Sorrisi Lirici 2026
Prices Sorrisi Lirici 2026
Practical information — Sorrisi Lirici
How to get here
Diano Castello can be reached in a few minutes from Diano Marina, exit Imperia Est on the A10 motorway. Piazza Mons. Massone is located in the pedestrianised historic centre of the village.
Admission
Free admission to the performance. It is advisable to arrive early to find a seat.
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Published by Valentin Contard, festival listings writer. Reviewed, corrected and approved by Christophe Contard, editor-in-chief. .
Where does it take place — Sorrisi Lirici
Piazza Mons. Massone, Diano Castello