Ripatransone is pleased to host the 11th edition of the Luciano Neroni“ International Opera Competition”. This prestigious event, to be held from 28 to 30 October 2025 at the Luigi Mercantini“ Theatre”, was created to pay tribute to the great voices of the Italian opera tradition and to offer young talents a concrete opportunity for growth and visibility.

The competition is open to opera singers from all over the world and is divided into two sections: a free competition and a role competition. The performances will be judged by a prestigious jury consisting of conductors, directors, opera agents and prominent figures from the international music scene.

President of the Jury: Renowned Soprano KATIA RICCIARELLI

Programme

• Tuesday 28 October - 15:30 Eliminatory round (behind closed doors)
• Wednesday 29 October - 15:30 Semifinal Round - Open to the Public
• Thursday 30 October - 16:30 Final Round open to the public ( which may vote)
• Thursday 30 October  9.15 p.m. Winners' Concert and Awards Ceremony atl Piano :M° Stephen Kramer

In addition to prizes and awards, the competition stands out for its educational role, offering moments of confrontation and dialogue between young artists and established professionals. Participating means becoming part of a cultural tradition that looks to the future, offering new opportunities to those who dream of a career on the opera stage.

For further information and to know the regulations, please refer to the R.O.L.F. Music Association.

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