Presenting “Rossini Perduto”

On the occasion of the world premiere of
Rossini Perduto
A new opera sponsored by NYU Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò
(May 22, 7:30pm at St. Jean’s Theatre, 150 East 76th Street)

A Panel Discussion featuring
David Winkler, composer
Luigi Ballerini, librettist
Enrico Fagone, conductor
Stefanos Koroneos, director

In ENGLISH

Followed by excerpts of the opera performed by members of the cast:
Minosse – Davide Piva
Colbran – Maia Gonzalez
Madame Pelissier – Ema Mitrovic
Bettina – Sarah Goldrainer
Beppo – Alessio Borraggine
Gaetano – Zachary Angus
Rossini – Franco Oportus

Rossini Perduto, a bold new three-act opera, will receive its highly anticipated world premiere on May 22, 2025, at the St. Jeans Theatre in Manhattan.

With music by award-winning New York composer David Winkler and an Italian libretto by renowned poet and author Luigi Ballerini, Rossini Perduto brings an innovative operatic experience to the stage, reimagining lost and forgotten fragments of Rossini’s musical legacy.

At its core, Rossini Perduto is an exploration of artistic identity, forgotten genius, and the fine line between myth and reality. Through a striking interplay of shadows, light, and cinematic projections, the opera delves into the mystery surrounding Rossini’s “lost” music, questioning whether true artistic genius can ever be erased—or if it lingers, waiting to be rediscovered.

The production is helmed by acclaimed director Stefanos Koroneos, known for his visionary, cutting-edge opera stagings. Leading the musical direction is Grammy-nominated conductor Enrico Fagone, a rising star in the international music scene.