The Barber of Seville Tickets
The Barber of Seville Opera Tickets
Comedy and opera make for a delightful combination, as you’ll see firsthand when you buy The Barber of Seville tickets at TicketSmarter. Based on the 1775 French comedic play Le Barbier de Seville, the music for the opera was composed by Gioachino Rossini and Cesare Sterbini wrote the libretto. Although the show is widely regarded as a comedic opera masterpiece, the initial performance is recorded as a disaster. Debuted in 1816 at the Teatro Argentina in Rome, the show was met with hisses and boos from the audience, due in part to the fact that the performance itself featured several on-stage troubles.
Even though the first performance did not go well, The Barber of Seville tickets became a coveted commodity among fans after debuting in London and the United States. The show is a love story at heart, as the character Count Almaviva falls in love with a woman who is destined to marry another. Almaviva turns to the barber of Seville, who is none other than a man named Figaro. Figaro, of course, is a popular figure even outside the opera realm, as the song “Largo al factotum,” and its repetition of the man’s name has found its way into many facets of pop culture. Certainly, an evening spent with this funny and masterfully written opera is all but destined to be enjoyable.
How much are The Barber of Seville tickets?
The Barber of Seville opera ticket prices will vary depending on which section your seats are located. On average, you can expect to payaroun $215 a ticket, but prepare to pay as high as $489 if you want a premium seat close to the stage.
Are The Barber of Seville tickets still available?
The Barber of Seville tickets are not available at this time. We will post tickets to all upcoming performances once an updated schedule is released.
When is The Barber of Seville performing?
The date for the next The Barber of Seville performance has not been announced. Explore other upcoming opera performances near you.
How long is The Barber of Seville?
Most live The Barber of Seville productions are around 2.5 to 3.5 hours long, with one or two intermissions between acts.
What are the best seats to see The Barber of Seville live?
Opera seating choices rely on both financial capabilities and personal viewing preferences. Audience members should choose mid-to-front rows in the center orchestra for the ideal sound and view combination but those who want a grand panoramic perspective should opt for seats in the front mezzanine or balcony. People should choose seats in the middle orchestra or mezzanine for the best acoustic experience because opera houses have sound systems that transmit sound efficiently to these areas. The rear orchestra and balcony sections offer affordable seating choices at the expense of slightly reduced sound quality.
