Don Pasquale: Donizetti's Premier Comic Opera Returns to Olympia Theatre

Gaetano Donizetti's most celebrated comic opera, Don Pasquale, returns to the Olympia Theatre, the Maria Callas Municipal Musical Theatre. This masterpiece of the bel canto repertoire showcases Donizetti's genius for combining sparkling comedy with beautiful melodies. The opera tells the story of the elderly bachelor Don Pasquale who, hoping to disinherit his nephew Ernesto for refusing an arranged marriage, decides to marry a young bride himself. The scheming widow Norina, aided by the crafty Doctor Malatesta, teaches him a memorable lesson. This production features talented singers bringing these beloved characters to life with both vocal excellence and comedic timing. The orchestra performs Donizetti's effervescent score, filled with witty musical moments and touching arias. The staging honors the opera's traditional setting while bringing fresh interpretive elements. The intimate Olympia Theatre provides an ideal venue for experiencing the work's comedic intricacies and musical beauties. Don Pasquale remains one of the most frequently performed comic operas worldwide, and this production offers Athens audiences the opportunity to experience why it has delighted audiences for nearly two centuries.