Le nozze di Figaro (The Marriage of Figaro) is Mozart’s brilliant four-act opera buffa, with a witty libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte. Inspired by Beaumarchais’ play La Folle Journée, ou le Mariage de Figaro, the opera had its triumphant premiere on May 1, 1786, at Vienna’s Burgtheater.
Sung in Italian, this timeless masterpiece combines sparkling comedy with moments of profound emotion, showcasing Mozart at the height of his genius.