Francesca Da Rimini

Plot Summary

This 2021 Deutsche Oper Berlin performance is directed by Christof Loy and stars soprano Sara Jakubiak in the title role. Riccardo Zandonai’s Francesca da Rimini is a four-act opera set during the Renaissance period. The plot concerns an arranged marriage between Francesca and Giovanni, also known as Gianciotto, who is impersonated by his handsome brother Paolo, and with whom Francesca falls passionately in love.

Top Cast

Sara Jakubiak Francesca

Jonathan Tetelman Paolo il Bello

Ivan Inverardi Giovanni lo Sciancato

Charles Workman Malatestino dall'Occhio

Alexandra Hutton Samaritana