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Amilcare Ponchielli

I Lituani

Ponchielli's grand opera of Lithuanian heroism, a symbol of freedom struggles.

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Experience a monumental work that intertwines Italian operatic tradition with Lithuanian history. This production, which premiered the 2025–2026 LNOBT season, brings to life a story of heroism against the Crusaders, a narrative that resonated deeply as a symbol of freedom for both Italians and Lithuanians.

With a colorful orchestra, monumental choirs, and melodious solo parts, this opera offers a rich auditory and visual spectacle. Directed by the renowned Hugo De Ana, who also designed the sets and costumes, it promises a visually stunning and emotionally powerful performance.

✻ Best for
  • Date night
  • Live orchestra
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Things worth knowing.

  1. № 01
    Duration3h 10m
  2. № 02
    LanguageThe opera is sung in Italian.
  3. № 03
    SurtitlesSurtitles are provided in both Lithuanian and English.
  4. № 04
    PremiereThis production premiered on September 5, 2025, opening the 2025–2026 LNOBT season.

Performances

APR
FRI · APR
2318:30

LNOBT Main Stage

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Production

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Composer
Amilcare Ponchielli
Librettist
Antonio Ghislanzoni
Music Director and Conductor
Gianluca Marcianò
Conductor
Ričardas Šumila
Stage director, set and costume designer
Hugo de Ana
Lighting Designer
Valerio Alfieri
Video Designer
Sergio Metalli
Surtitled
  • Classic
  • Premiere
  • Long evening
  • ✻ Venue

    Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre

    A. Vienuolio st. 1, Vilnius
    Senamiestis · Vilnius
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    Choreographer and Movement Director
    Michele Cosentino
    Assistant conductor
    Raimonda Skabeikaitė
    Assistant to the set designer
    Nathalie Deana
    Assistant to the costume designer
    Cristina Aceti

    ✻ Cast on this run

    Conductor
    RIČARDAS ŠUMILA
    Aldona
    Viktorija Miškūnaitė
    Walter, Corrado Wallenrod
    Gaston Rivero
    Arnoldo
    Steponas Zonys
    Albano
    TADAS GIRININKAS
    Vitoldo
    Alfredas Miniotas