World Opera Star Nadine Sierra in Verdi's La Traviata on 18 July at the Ancient Theatre
16 Jul '26Opera Open continues its tradition of introducing Bulgarian audiences to world-renowned opera stars appearing in the country for the first time. Following the acclaimed debuts of Aida Garifullina and Nino Machaidze, this year's festival welcomes American soprano Nadine Sierra, one of the brightest stars of today's international opera scene.
Verdi's Nabucco Premieres at the Ancient Theatre in Plovdiv – A Major International Production at Opera Open 2026
29 Jun '26One of Giuseppe Verdi's most monumental and dramatic operas will come to life at the Ancient Theatre in Plovdiv on 4 July at 9:00 PM as part of Opera Open 2026. The new production of Nabucco, created by Opera Krakowska, brings together the artists of Opera Krakowska and State Opera Plovdiv in a large-scale international collaboration.
ROSSINI'S MASTERPIECE SEMIRAMIDE TO BE PERFORMED IN BULGARIA FOR THE FIRST TIME
10 Jun '26Opera Open Festival will present Gioachino Rossini's Semiramide for the first time in Bulgaria on July 11 at the Ancient Theatre of Plovdiv.
Meet the Artists and Enjoy Special Discounts in Opera Open’s New Campaign – “The Artist’s Golden Hour”
1 Jun '26Кампанията „Златният час на артиста“ ще се провежда на фестивалната каса в центъра на Пловдив от 18:30 до 19:30 часа в определени дни, обявени предварително в комуникационните канали на операта.
"HAIR" on 8 May is cancelled
4 May '26All purchased tickets will be valid without revalidation for the performance of Hair on 21 July at 21:00 at the Ancient Theatre
Opera Open 2026 brings leading international artists to Plovdiv’s Ancient Theatre
23 Mar '26Opera stars Sonya Yoncheva and Nadine Sierra are among the most anticipated highlights of the program. Opera Open at the Ancient Theatre in Plovdiv has firmly established itself as a cultural brand of national and international significance, ranking among Europe’s most recognizable open-air opera festivals. The 2026 edition will take place from June 23 to September 9, offering an impressive program featuring an international constellation of artists, two opera premieres, and iconic festival titles.
World-renowned percussionist Vivi Vassileva appears for the first time on the stage of Opera Plovdiv
6 Mar '26The sister of the renowned Bulgarian violinist Vasko Vassilev will perform the Concerto for Percussion and Orchestra by the legendary film composer Danny Elfman.
Opera Open Thracian Awards for Classical Music by Sonya Yoncheva
4 Mar '26Sonya Yoncheva places Thrace on the world map of classical music. The Bulgarian opera prima honors the most distinguished artists and institutions from Bulgaria and abroad. The event officially opens the Opera Open 2026 festival.
Important Update: “The Producers” Rescheduled
27 Jan '26Due to unforeseen circumstances, the musical The Producers, originally scheduled for 13 February, has been rescheduled to 20 March at 7:00 PM
Second edition of the International Conducting Competition of Opera Plovdiv
13 Jan '26The second edition of the International Conducting Competition of Opera Plovdiv marked an exceptionally strong international presence and confirmed its development as a significant professional platform for young conductors.
Premiere of the new Bulgarian family musical ‘Christmas Glue for Fathers’ at theOpera Plovdiv
11 Dec '25On the eve of the Christmas holidays, Plovdiv Opera invites children on a magical theatrical journey with the premiere of the new Bulgarian family musical ‘Christmas Glue for Fathers’ – a show for little and grown-up children, parents, and elves.