I VESPRI SICILIANI

“Verdi's I Vespri Siciliani: A Historic Korean Premiere - A Triumph for the 60th Anniversary of the National Opera Company. Excellence in Direction and Performance.”

sctoday.co.kr

“With its modern direction, the opera addressed themes of personal loss and sacrifice for collective ideals, resonating profoundly with contemporary audiences and showcasing the communicative power of opera.”

Daum.net

“In the final scene, a deep sigh and bitter lament filled the atmosphere, leaving the audience overwhelmed by the tragedy. Time seemed to pass swiftly, as though only an hour had gone by.”

mhns.co.kr

“Fabio Ceresa's direction, already praised for its artistic sensitivity in Orlando Finto Pazzo, stood out for its intelligent approach. The production left a strong impression and a lasting emotional impact, marking a memorable Korean premiere of I Vespri Siciliani.”

hankookibo.com

“The young Italian director Fabio Ceresa reinterpreted this grand opera with a focus on contemporary issues like discrimination and universal peace. This production possesses extraordinary modernity, posing profound questions about the acceptability of sacrificing individual happiness and peace for political ideals.”

newsis.com

“This staging of the opera highlighted both the grandeur of its visual scale and the emotional depth of Verdi's music. The performance’s extraordinary intensity left a lasting impression, making the evening memorable and worthy of revisiting.”

ireview.kr

“The use of symbolic elements—familiar in contemporary theater and opera—was well-contextualized, making the approach both effective and appropriate.”

hankyung.com

“Fabio Ceresa filled the stage with a blend of fairy-tale imagination and dynamic movement, keeping the audience captivated throughout.”

yna.co.kr