Musica a Palazzo 'Traveling Opera' Performance in Venice

Name: Musica a Palazzo 'Traveling Opera' Performance in Venice
Brand: Musica a Palazzo
SKU: 7083OPERA
Price: 106.66 USD
Rating: 4.5 (588 reviews)

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Overview

Experience an evening of opera in Venice, surrounded by the historical elegance of a 15th-century palace. The singers and musicians of the Musica a Palazzo ensemble perform classics of Italian opera within the ornate salons of Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto. Move from room to room along with the performers and soak up the drama of epics like 'La Traviata' and 'Rigoletto' in a truly intimate environment.

Ticket to an evening operatic performance by Musica a Palazzo in Venice
Experience a traveling opera show at the 15th-century Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto
Move from salon to salon with each new scene or act
Choose from 'La Traviata,' 'Rigoletto,' or 'The Barber of Seville' performance
A glass of Prosecco, wine, soda, or fruit juice is included during intermission

What's Included

1 glass of prosecco, peach juice or water (still/sparkling) per person in one interval
1 Musica a Palazzo card per person

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Libretto (available to purchase for approx. 5 euro)
Postcards, CDs and DVDs of show (available to purchase)

Meeting and Pickup

Start time

08:30 PM

What To Expect

The renowned performers of Musica a Palazzo carry on the historic tradition of traveling opera with unique, intimate performances in the luxurious surroundings of Venice’s Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto. The elegant salons of this 15th-century palace have been restored to their original splendor and provide a historic backdrop for scenes from Italian operatic classics. Choose from adapted versions of 'The Barber of Seville,' 'La Traviata,' or 'Rigoletto' (see Itinerary below for details).

On the night of the performance, make your way to the historic palazzo in central Venice, which overlooks the Grand Canal. Upon arrival, you have the option to purchase a libretto to read a translation of the words in your selected opera. Then, take your seat among the small audience and admire the ornate surroundings and period furnishings bathed in candlelight. When the show begins, you are immersed in the sights and sounds of arias, duets, and live accompaniment as the performers enact scenes near the place where you sit.

Instead of a traditional set change, get up and move to a different salon along with the ensemble with each new scene or act. This lends an interactive element to the show and allows you to explore several different salons. Toast your evening out with a glass of Prosecco, juice, or soda during one of two brief intermissions. At the end of the experience, you have a chance to buy a CD or DVD of the opera.

Musica A Palazzo

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
Dress code is elegant casual
Not recommended for children under the age of 5
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Reviews

4.5

588 reviews

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Well Done

Heidi_N, Apr 2024

Was very entertaining and well done. Only critique would be seating in the first scene. After that was fantastic.

Stunning performance! Poor seating…

Caroline_H, Apr 2024

The performance was wonderful and very well done! All the singing was beautiful and truly a joy to see! The only issue was the seating. We got there 25 minutes early and we got the last seats in the back and couldn’t see anything since the seating wasn’t staggered. During room changes, we thought that we would be able to see more but it was still very hard if you weren’t in the front row. The seats were also very uncomfortable and too close together so you were roughing those around you the whole time. Seating aside, we had a lovely time and would recommend to others! But we would say to get there at least 45 minutes to an hour early if you want to actually see anything

Poor seating spoils the performance

Jennifer_Y, Apr 2024

The performers have beautiful voices and so much talent. The reason it is not a five star review is because unless you are sitting in the first two rows, you cannot see the performers and that was super frustrating and disappointing. I got there early to get a good seat for the first act, but since you move to two different rooms afterwards, there are so many people that it was impossible to get a seat with a view of the performers. The third act is very dark with little lighting, so I really could not see anything at all being seated in the fourth row. It was so disappointing.

Unique Experience

Jane_K, Apr 2024

This is a unique, intimate and amazing experience for anyone who loves opera - or hasn't been to one! Really enjoyed the concept and focus on key arias and scenes.

Absolutely loved it!

Courtney_K, Mar 2024

Absolutely loved it! The teen and tween tolerated it. It was short enough for them. I woud have stayed all night. Such a wonderful experience in Venezia.

Memorable

Renato_F, Mar 2024

Beautiful experience! Very unique and intimate in a historic setting which grabs you into the story of the opera. This performance moved my wife to tears. Highly recommend!

Fun and unique experience

pfem22, Mar 2024

A unique and enjoyable experience. It was fun to get dressed up (which is not required - you can go in jeans) and be very close to the singers. Moving to different rooms for the different acts was also fun. The opera singers are very talented.

must do in Benice

Julia_A, Mar 2024

must do in Venice! it was incredible! we went from one room to another for every act . the performance itself was so good! made me feel a lot . beautiful 😀 arrive a little bit early to get front seats 😉 thank you

Unique experience in a beautiful location!

Sarah_R, Mar 2024

I have never been to an Opera and decided this would be a fun evening activity in Venice. The talent was wonderful. It was admittedly hard to see, I suggest sitting in the back row and you can stand to see. The rooms are beautiful and it was definitely worthwhile. You can get an English program to follow along as well.

Unique Opera Experience

Jessica_J, Mar 2024

It was an amazing experience. The singers did such a wonderful job and it was super immersive. I got there right at 8pm, got signed in and were able to choose seats. I watched Barber of Seville and it did take place in three separate rooms. There was a brief intermission and prosecco break.

Excellent experience.

Karen_L, Mar 2024

Fantastic singers and length. We are opera lovers and took our musical theater friends. I was worried about the quality but was pleasant surprised. Excellent!

Unique and beautiful!

Mia_G, Feb 2024

We enjoyed the evening and found it to be a unique experience. Would recommend to others visiting Venice.

The Barber of Seville-Amazing performance,

Tara_L, Feb 2024

Music & acting was sublime, definitely a more approachable event than on the theatre stage, so much more intimate.

Great music but…

Simon_B, Feb 2024

The music, singing and venue were excellent. A real pity that some of the audience were so inconsiderate, using mobile phones with light fully on, recording the performance (despite being asked not to) and constantly taking photographs. A real shame as it spoiled an otherwise lovely occasion.

A Wow Experience

Cheri_V, Dec 2023

What a memorable experience. Just watching the faces of the other participants in complete rapture looking at Violetta as she sings. My husband says in was a Wow event. Amazingly even though the actors are feet from you they project their voices perfectly not to overwhelm you. Magnificent!!!

Beautiful opera experience

Kallie_H, Dec 2023

Wonderful opera experience. My boyfriend speaks Spanish and could understand most of it, I don’t speak a word of Spanish or Italian but still followed the story line perfectly. So much fun

Something to do in Venice but not first on the list

Karlene_C, Dec 2023

The actors were wonderful however, the venue felt cramped and viewing could be challenging in some seats

La Traviata in a Palazzo, what's not to like?

Mark_B, Dec 2023

A really fun evening of surprisingly good opera in a beautiful palazzo. I wasn't sure what to expect, but this was a treat. The performers, especially the Violetta, were really professional and the setting lovely. Highly recommend.

A must do!

Sara_S, Dec 2023

Beautiful performance and location! A perfect addition to a Venice trip and authentic experience of talent in a historical building. Can’t wait to come back!

Intimate setting for one...

Debra_R, Oct 2023

Intimate setting for one of the greatest operas ever written. Beautiful voices, candlelight in lovely palazzo- a terrific experience.

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