World-renowned soprano Anna Netrebko will perform two exclusive concerts in Mannheim and Essen in January 2027.
The prima donna assoluta will sing arias, duets, and trios from operas by Giuseppe Verdi, Giacomo Puccini, Umberto Giordano, Francesco Cilea, and Ruggero Leoncavallo, accompanied by tenor Brian Jagde and baritone George Petean . They will share the stage with the Baden-Baden Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Marco Armiliato .
Audiences can expect top-class concert evenings with opera icon Anna Netrebko and her unique interpretations of the most beautiful pieces of Italian opera from the Romantic and Verismo periods. Artistic virtuosity merges with intense emotions, creating an unforgettable classical experience. Alongside Anna Netrebko, Brian Jagde shines with his captivating dramatic presence as a tenor, and George Petean, one of the most sought-after Verdi baritones of our time, will also perform.
Anna Netrebko is considered one of the most outstanding and renowned sopranos of our time. Since the beginning of her illustrious career in 1994, she has established herself as a leading prima donna of the 21st century. From La Scala in Milan to the Metropolitan Opera, as a soloist at the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics, and as the first classical artist to be included in Time magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world, her live performances and numerous award-winning recordings demonstrate an impressive range and artistic sensitivity in portraying opera's most celebrated heroines. With her powerful timbre and unique musicality, she continues to captivate her audiences. Anna Netrebko not only regularly features in the world's most prestigious opera productions but also performs in numerous concerts and recitals.