Mid Wales Opera presents a full evening of Italian opera, opening with Puccini’s brilliant, one-act comedy Gianni Schicchi, one of the greatest and most sublime of all Italian comic operas.

The greedy relatives of the dead Buoso Donati mourn his passing but are horrified to learn that they have inherited nothing. Enter the wily Gianni Schicchi with his own ingenious solution, but as his plans come to fruition all hell breaks loose...

Brimming with energy and including one of Puccini’s best-loved arias “O mio babbino caro” this jewel of a piece is followed by a second half feast of popular Italian music presented by MWO’s 15-strong company of singers and musicians.

There is also the possibility for a Gianni Schicchi Touch Tour. at 6:30pm on the night of the show. Led by Production Manager Bridget Wallbank or Artistic Director Richard Studer, this hands on pre-show experience invites audiences to explore selected props, costumes, and tactile elements from our touring production of Gianni Schicchi before the evening performance. This session is limited to ten people. If you are interested please email info@midborderarts.com