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| Composer | Rossini, Gioachino (1792-1868) |
| Period | Romantic |
| Librettist | Felice Romani |
| Work type | Opera / Oratorio |
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Even more cynical than Così! A new Turco in Italia at La Scala
Diego Fasolis conducts a great cast, led by Alex Esposito and Rosa Feola in a new production of Rossini’s masterpiece by Roberto Andò.
Rossini’s Il turco in Italia docks in Zurich
In Il turco in Italia, Gioachino Rossini’s command of spiritedness and musical timing is well matched by the plot of lovers’ infidelities.
A giggle a minute: Il turco in Italia in Sydney
Turco inspired many a great opera director in the past; understandably, as it offers plenty of splendid comic situations. Simon Phillips' hilarious 2014 production is revived by Opera Australia.
Personenregie perfection: Garsington's Turco in Italia
Garsington's latest Rossini buffa is on the nail orchestrally, mixed vocally and one of the best pieces of acting and stage movement you'll see in opera.
Il turco in Italia puts ashore in Bergen
Mark Lamos' staging is a riot of colour and movement; George Souglides gives us a masterclass in costumery; fine Italian singing illuminates this Norwegian première for Rossini's madcap Il turco in Italia.
