Where is Teatro del Maggio located?

Teatro del Maggio is located at Piazzale Vittorio Gui, 1, 50144 Florence, Italy, near the historic Stazione Leopolda and close to the city centre.

How early should I arrive before the Concert?

We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time. This allows enough time to reach the entrance, have your ticket checked and find your seat.

There is no need to wear formal evening attire. Smart casual or elegant clothing is recommended. Comfortable but presentable attire is appropriate for the theatre environment.

Can I enter the auditorium if I arrive late?

Late entry to the auditorium may not be permitted once the performance has started. According to the theatre's visitor rules, latecomers may be admitted during the first available interval.

Can I bring a large bag or backpack?

Large bags and backpacks should not be taken into the auditorium. The theatre provides a free cloakroom for large items.

Can I bring food or drinks into the auditorium?

No. Food and beverages are not permitted inside the auditorium during the performance or interval.

Is Teatro del Maggio accessible for visitors with disabilities?

Yes. The theatre provides accessibility arrangements, including reserved parking spaces close to the entrance.

Mendelssohn, Elias

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Mendelssohn’s Elias is one of the most important oratorios of the Romantic era and a major work in the composer’s vocal repertoire. Inspired by the biblical story of the prophet Elijah, the oratorio combines powerful choral writing, expressive solo passages and dramatic orchestral music. The work explores themes of faith, conflict, prophecy and redemption, creating a rich musical narrative filled with emotional contrasts. Mendelssohn’s distinctive melodic style and refined orchestration give Elias both grandeur and intimacy. The chorus plays a particularly important role, contributing to the dramatic development and creating some of the work’s most memorable musical moments. Presented at the Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino in Florence, Elias offers audiences the opportunity to experience Mendelssohn’s remarkable approach to large-scale vocal music in a distinguished concert setting.

Where is Teatro del Maggio located?
- Teatro del Maggio is located at Piazzale Vittorio Gui, 1, 50144 Florence, Italy, near the historic Stazione Leopolda and close to the city centre.
How early should I arrive before the Concert?
- We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time. This allows enough time to reach the entrance, have your ticket checked and find your seat.
What should I wear?
- There is no need to wear formal evening attire. Smart casual or elegant clothing is recommended. Comfortable but presentable attire is appropriate for the theatre environment.
Can I enter the auditorium if I arrive late?
- Late entry to the auditorium may not be permitted once the performance has started. According to the theatre's visitor rules, latecomers may be admitted during the first available interval.
Can I bring a large bag or backpack?
- Large bags and backpacks should not be taken into the auditorium. The theatre provides a free cloakroom for large items.
Can I bring food or drinks into the auditorium?
- No. Food and beverages are not permitted inside the auditorium during the performance or interval.
Is Teatro del Maggio accessible for visitors with disabilities?
- Yes. The theatre provides accessibility arrangements, including reserved parking spaces close to the entrance.

Cast

Running Time: Approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes

Programma

Felix Mendelssohn:
Elias, oratory for soloists, chorus and orchestra Op. 70

Artists

Conductor:
Daniele Gatti

Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Orchestra and Chorus

Chorus master:
Lorenzo Fratini

Soprano:
Sara Blanch

Mezzo-soprano:
Michèle Losier

Tenor:
Daniel Behle

Baritone:
Jordan Shanahan

Venue

Teatro del Maggio Florence Opera Italy

Teatro del Maggio is in the centre, close to the old city walls, next to the historic Stazione Leopolda. The garden that welcomes visitors is Piazzale Vittorio Gui, named after the founder of the Stabile Orchestrale Fiorentina and the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino.

By train
Santa Maria Novella is Florence's main train station.
From there you can reach the theatre with a short walk (about 10-15 minutes) or by taking the tram (a stop) or a taxi.

By car
The Opera di Firenze is just outside the ZTL area.
It is possible to park near the Parco delle Cascine or for a fee in the Porta al Prato car park (Via Elio Gabbuggiani, 7) and in the Piazza Vittorio Veneto car park.

By bus
Lines C1, C2 and D (Leopolda stop);
Lines 17 and 23A-B (stop Via delle Carra);
Lines 17B-C, 22, 23N, 23 and 57 (Pierluigi da Palestrina stop);
Lines 29, 29B, 29BA, 29BC, 29D, 30A, 30B, 30AC, 35 and 35° (stop Leopolda - Porta al Prato; Capolinea).

By tram
Line T1 (stop Porta al Prato - Parco della musica).

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