Act I

The young Rosina is under the careful watch of her guardian, Dr. Bartolo, who intends to marry her in order to maintain control over her dowry…

The Barber of Seville's Daniela Mack and Alek Shrader

Did you know our two romantic leads are married? Read more about why they love The Barber of Seville and how they approach performing together on stage.

Commedia dell’arte was an early form of professional theater that was popular in Europe from the 16th to the 18th century. The characters of The Barber of Seville are inspired by those same stock characters. Learn more about them here!

Gioachino Rossini

Gioachino Rossini’s parents were both working musicians. His father played the horn and taught at the prestigious Accademia Filharmonica…

By Francesca Zambello

Revisiting The Barber of Seville is like spending time with an old friend.