The Gran Teatre del Liceu presents the first solo recital by Roberto Alagna, a world-renowned opera legend and a tenor deeply cherished by the Liceu audience. On October 30, Alagna will offer a unique tribute to Giacomo Puccini, featuring iconic arias from 'Turandot', 'Madama Butterfly', 'Tosca' and 'La bohème', accompanied on piano by Jeff Cohen. An exclusive event —previously seen only at La Scala in Milan— celebrating the passion and power of Puccini’s music. Supported by Exea Impact – The Puig Family Foundation.
The Gran Teatre del Liceu and Madrid’s Teatro Real join forces to celebrate World Opera Day by offering Verdi’s 'La traviata' and Puccini’s 'Turandot' for free on Liceu OPERA+ and My Opera Player throughout the weekend, with prior registration. From Friday at 3 p.m. until Monday at 9 a.m., audiences can enjoy these operas in HD quality and at no cost. In addition, the Liceu presents a special promotion: an annual subscription to LiceuOpera+ for just €59, with access to exclusive digital content and the 2024/2025 season’s highlights.
The Gran Teatre del Liceu presents 'Giselle', the great classical romantic ballet with music by Adolphe Adam and choreography by Peter Wright, performed by the prestigious Bayerisches Staatsballett from Munich from October 21 to 26. The Liceu Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Lithuanian conductor Robertas Šervenikas, will bring to life one of the jewels of 19th-century ballet, showcasing technical mastery, expressiveness, and dramatic intensity.
The Gran Teatre del Liceu presents the Spanish premiere of Akhnaten, Philip Glass’s hypnotic opera inspired by Pharaoh Akhenaten. This production by Phelim McDermott arrives following its success in London, Los Angeles, and New York. Countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo and mezzo-soprano Rihab Chaieb make their Liceu debuts under the musical direction of Karen Kamensek. Akhnaten blends symbolism, visual beauty, and minimalist music to recreate the religious revolution that changed Egypt’s history.
Renée Fleming has canceled her entire European tour, including the concert scheduled for December 12 at the Liceu, due to knee surgery. Tickets will be valid for the exceptional recital on February 18, 2026, with Nadine Sierra and Ludovic Tézier, accompanied by pianist Véronique Werklé. The program features arias and duets from bel canto to Verdi, with French repertoire, promising a unique and legendary evening.
The Gran Teatre del Liceu presents two new events in the ‘Constel·lacions’ series, where the Orchestra’s musicians perform works in ensembles that go beyond traditional chamber music. On October 4 and 5, the Foyer of the Gran Teatre del Liceu will host two events featuring the Orchestra’s musicians and soloists, the power and expressiveness of the brass instruments, and the subtlety of the Vivaldian Baroque universe.
The Liceu’s digital platform resumes its activity with a major premiere: 'The Cunning Little Vixen', live on Tuesday, September 30 at 7:30 pm. With Liceu OPERA+ you can enjoy the finest operas in streaming with 4K quality, surround sound, and exclusive features that make the experience truly immersive. Accessible and designed for everyone, the platform offers an annual subscription for just €90 or the option to purchase each live performance for €19.99.
The Gran Teatre del Liceu opens the 25/26 season with 'The Cunning Little Vixen' by Leoš Janáček, conducted by Josep Pons. Barrie Kosky signs a symbolic production that, through light, evokes the eternal cycle of nature. Russian soprano Elena Tsallagova, a world-renowned specialist in the role of Bystrouška, leads the cast, with Peter Mattei as the Forester and Paula Murrihy as the Vixen.
The Gran Teatre del Liceu is promoting the modernization and sustainability of its facilities thanks to the support of the Next Generation EU funds. During the 2024/2025 season, the funded projects have made it possible to renew the audiovisual systems of Liceu OPERA+, expand the provision of LED spotlights, and update the audio room as well as the lighting of the main hall and the Hall of Mirrors. These initiatives enhance the Theatre’s technical quality, reduce environmental impact, and strengthen the Liceu’s commitment to technological innovation and sustainability, in line with its strategic plans and the most demanding European standards.
More than 2,500 people enjoyed the live concert at the Basilica of Santa Maria of the Abbey of Montserrat, conducted by Josep Pons and featuring the Orchestra and Choir of the Liceu, with the participation of the Orfeó Català. The Liceu joined the celebration of the Millennium of Montserrat with Gustav Mahler’s monumental Second Symphony under the baton of Maestro Josep Pons, a former Montserrat choirboy and Mahler specialist. Josep Pons has been one of the few conductors invited by Universal Edition, publisher of Gustav Mahler’s music, to review the new editions. The concert concluded with Klopstock’s triumphant hymn, a symbol of hope and spiritual transcendence in Mahler’s music.
