Music by Giuseppe Verdi
Libretto by Francesco Maria Piave
Premiered March 6, 1853, La Fenice, Venice, Italy
La traviata opens Opera Colorado’s 2025-26 Season, inviting audiences to discover why it remains one of the most celebrated operas of all time. When Violetta, a beloved courtesan, experiences love for the first time, society’s expectations and her own failing health threaten to destroy her chance at happiness. Set against the backdrop of glamorous 1850s Paris, La traviata is filled with unforgettable melodies, including the rousing “Drinking Song” and the sorrowful “Addio, del passato.” Don’t miss this poignant tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption, brought to life with Verdi’s exquisite music.
