James Conlon live in Parma

Experience James Conlon live on October 10th

James Conlon will conduct a performance at the Teatro Regio in Parma, Italy on October 10, 2026. Conlon is an American conductor internationally recognized for his interpretations of opera and symphonic repertoire, particularly noted for his dedication to reviving lesser-known works and his scholarship regarding suppressed music from the Nazi era. His conducting style is often described as insightful and dramatically sensitive, prioritizing clarity of orchestral texture and vocal line. He frequently champions both Italian and German Romantic composers.

The Teatro Regio in Parma holds a significant place in Italian operatic history. Inaugurated in 1829, it was commissioned by Duchess Maria Luigia of Parma and initially known as the Teatro Ducale. The theatre quickly became renowned for its excellent acoustics and elegant design, attracting leading singers and composers of the time. Gioachino Rossini, who spent a significant period of his life in Parma, had a strong association with the theatre; *Nabucco*, Giuseppe Verdi’s breakthrough opera, premiered there in 1842. Throughout its history, the Teatro Regio has undergone several renovations while maintaining its original architectural integrity and continuing to operate as a major center for opera production and performance.