Program Overview
Join us in Italy for a spectacular summer of opera and Italian culture! Opera Lucca is a summer festival for singers, pianists, and composers. It will be held in the historic center of Lucca, in northern Tuscany, June 6th through July 5th, 2026. This season we are casting roles in extended scenes selected from La bohème, Gianni Schicchi, Suor Angelica, Così fan tutte, Le nozze di Figaro, La finta giardiniera, Cenerentola, La Traviata, and other bel canto repertoire. We specialize in teaching Italian opera through a focus on conversational and poetic Italian. Our distinguished faculty are either native Italian speakers or experts in operatic Italian. The program is centered around Italian language immersion as an important component of bel canto training, focusing not just on diction but also expressive performance. Host family stays are available to further improve conversational Italian beyond language classes. Tuition starts at $4250, with differences based on housing request. Apply by February 1st, 2026!
Contact us at info@operalucca.org and follow us on facebook and instagram!
The immersive language and diction training at Opera Lucca significantly elevated my understanding of Italian opera, enabling me to deliver passionate and authentic performances.
Gabriel
Opera Lucca provided me with invaluable training and performance opportunities, fueling my passion for Italian opera and strengthening my artistic expression.
Sophia
I am grateful for the enriching cultural immersion experiences at Opera Lucca, which broadened my perspective and deepened my connection to the rich heritage of Italian opera.
Isabella
