Mario Gaglione’s Omaggio a Puccini is a Ballet Tribute to the Great Composer

A new ballet production is honouring 100 years of famed musical composer Giacomo Puccini with a special 1-day staging of Omaggio a Puccini. This commemorative production runs on 8 December 2024 and weaves together a triple bill of Puccini’s famous works including Tosca, La Bohème and Madama Butterfly.

Joburg Ballet Omaggio a Puccini — Alice Le Roux and Bruno Miranda for La Bohème, and Miguel Franco Green and Cristina Nakos for Tosca

Omaggio a Puccini – what to expect

Known for his deeply emotional operas, Giacomo Puccini stands as one of classical music’s most iconic figures. His timeless works are filled with rich melodies and vivid characters and continue to capture the highs and lows of the human experience.

This ballet in Joburg pays tribute to Puccini’s genius on the 100th anniversary of his passing. The production features highlights from three of his most beloved operas: Tosca, La Bohème, and Madama Butterfly. Through these excerpts, choreographer Mario Gaglione celebrates his enduring impact and legacy as one of the greatest composers in history.