Events of the Ducato di Piazza Pontida
The Ducato di Piazza Pontida has long been a point of reference for Bergamasco culture, art, folklore, and traditions. It organizes events aimed at promoting and spreading the cultural heritage of the territory. Initiatives include folk festivals, theater performances, concerts, exhibitions, and courses dedicated to the Bergamasco language. These activities, born from passion and commitment, celebrate the history and traditions of Bergamo, keeping alive the pride in our local culture.
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Rigoletto Opera di Giuseppe Verdi
August 07, 2026at ChorusLife (Piazza del Sagittario) Via Carlo Serassi, 26 - 24124 Bergamo (BG)
The Ducato di Piazza Pontida presents a new production of Rigoletto, Giuseppe Verdi's celebrated opera with a libretto by Francesco Maria Piave. One of the most beloved works in the Italian operatic repertoire, performed on August 7, 2026, at Piazza del Sagittario in ChorusLife.
Upcoming events
All current and upcoming events organized by the Ducato di Piazza Pontida
Musical Event
Rigoletto Opera di Giuseppe Verdi
August 07, 2026at ChorusLife (Piazza del Sagittario) Via Carlo Serassi, 26 - 24124 Bergamo (BG)
The Ducato di Piazza Pontida presents a new production of Rigoletto, Giuseppe Verdi's celebrated opera with a libretto by Francesco Maria Piave. One of the most beloved works in the Italian operatic repertoire, performed on August 7, 2026, at Piazza del Sagittario in ChorusLife.
Theatrical Event
I Miràcoi del Frà Sircòt - Bergamasque Dialect Theatre Performance
August 08, 2026At ChorusLife (Piazza del Sagittario) Via Carlo Serassi, 26 - 24124 Bergamo (BG)
The Ducato di Piazza Pontida continues its summer programme at ChorusLife with I Miràcoi del Frà Sircòt, a lively Bergamasque dialect comedy performed by the Il Sottoscala di Luigi Colombo Theatre Company from Rosciate.
Filled with humour, misunderstandings and unexpected twists, this entertaining production celebrates the traditions of local theatre while offering an enjoyable evening for audiences of all ages.
The performance will take place on August 8, 2026, in Piazza del Sagittario at ChorusLife.
Musical Event
L'Elisir d'Amore Opera by Gaetano Donizetti
August 19, 2026At Piazza Cittadella Bergamo Alta (BG)
The Ducato di Piazza Pontida proudly presents a new production of L'Elisir d'Amore, one of Gaetano Donizetti's most celebrated operatic masterpieces.
Performed in the beautiful setting of Piazza Cittadella in Bergamo Alta, this production brings to life one of the finest comic operas in the Italian repertoire, combining romance, humour and unforgettable music.
The performance will take place on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 at 8:30 PM.
Folkloric event
International Folklore Festival 2026
August 22, 2026at ChorusLife (Piazza del Sagittario) Via Carlo Serassi, 26 - 24124 Bergamo (BG)
From 22 to 25 August 2026, Piazza del Sagittario at ChorusLife will host the International Folklore Festival, a four-day celebration of music, dance and cultural traditions from around the world.
Organised by the Ducato di Piazza Pontida, the festival offers audiences a unique opportunity to experience the authentic heritage of different nations through performances that celebrate identity, history and cultural diversity.
An unforgettable journey across continents without leaving the heart of Bergamo.
Musical Event
La Traviata Opera by Giuseppe Verdi
September 04, 2026at ChorusLife (Piazza del Sagittario) Via Carlo Serassi, 26 - 24124 Bergamo (BG)
The Ducato di Piazza Pontida concludes its Verdi opera programme with a new production of La Traviata, one of the most celebrated and frequently performed operas in the world.
A moving story of love, sacrifice and redemption, brought to life through Giuseppe Verdi's timeless music. This special evening celebrates one of the greatest masterpieces of Italian opera as part of the ChorusLife summer cultural season.
The performance will take place on September 4, 2026, in Piazza del Sagittario at ChorusLife.
Theatrical Event
Renzo e Lucia spusàs o spusàs mia Bergamasque Dialect Musical Comedy
September 11, 2026At ChorusLife (Piazza del Sagittario) Via Carlo Serassi, 26 - 24124 Bergamo (BG)
The Ducato di Piazza Pontida concludes its programme of Bergamasque dialect theatre with Renzo e Lucia spusàs o spusàs mia, a lively musical comedy performed by the Il Teatro del Gioppino Theatre Company from Zanica.
This entertaining production offers a humorous reinterpretation of Alessandro Manzoni's masterpiece The Betrothed, combining local dialect, music and comedy in a performance that celebrates Bergamo's theatrical tradition.
The performance will take place on 11 September 2026 in Piazza del Sagittario at ChorusLife.