A dramatic tale of love and betrayal centred around a commedia dell’arte troupe. One of the earliest operas (along with Carmen and its fellow Cavalleria rusticana) to ennoble the feelings and emotions of their lowborn characters.

O’Reilly Theatre, National Opera House

October 24, 26, 29*, 30*; November 1, 3pm

(performances on Oct 29 at 11am; Oct 30 at 7.30pm)