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'Il turco in Italia'

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8 PM, ongoing daily from July 24, 2026 until July 25, 2026.

Gallery 21 Spanish Village Arts Center at Balboa Park

All Ages

$6 - $79.50

Rossini’s "Il turco in Italia" is a witty, self-aware comedy fueled by curiosity, attraction, and cultural collision. When a Turkish traveler and a free-spirited Italian woman meet, their mutual fascination ignites a whirlwind of romantic confusion, comic chaos, and sharp social satire. Sparkling with effervescent ensembles and impeccable comedic timing, the opera offers a playful yet pointed look at love, identity, and the challenge of being true to oneself.

Peter Kozma directs the production and conducts the Opera Neo Orchestra.

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