"Rigoletto" (Italian opera) 65% off discount tickets

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**RIGOLETTO** Music by Giuseppe Verdi Libretto by Francesco Maria Piave Based on the play Le Roi s’Amuse by Victor Hugo OCTOBER 10, 16, 18, 2026 at the Benedum Have you ever wondered what it might be like to experience classic Italian opera? **Rigoletto** A fool’s errand. Sharp-witted court jester Rigoletto is the philandering Duke’s right-hand man, always quick to defend his patron’s womanizing and mock his master’s victims. But the joke is on him. The tables turn when Rigoletto and the Duke are both cursed for their wretched behavior. While Rigoletto instinctively fears the curse, the callous Duke remains unfazed, turning his rakish intentions toward Rigoletto’s daughter, Gilda. Naïve, sheltered, and easily charmed, Gilda falls madly in love with the Duke. Now, Rigoletto must plot and scheme to save his own daughter from the monster he had championed. Will Rigoletto have the last laugh, or will he be the punchline? Antony Walker conducts. **Understand Every Word:** [Rigoletto](https://pittsburghopera.org/season/rigoletto/) is sung in Italian with English translations projected above the stage at all performances. **Meetup Ticket Discount Offer -- Stay tuned for details once the promo code is activated** Naturally, this offer is not intended to be a substitute for Pittsburgh Opera 2026-2027 subscriptions which have many benefits. For more information about this production, including review articles, audio/video previews, cast info, etc., please visit **PRE-SHOW DISCUSSION** Tickets include a very interesting pre-show discussion (with colorful study guide) one hour before each performance. Thus, we can meet inside the Benedum at 6 PM on Friday, October 16 for this pre-show discussion from 6-6:30 PM. The Meetup ticket offer is a really good deal, so think about treating yourself and family/friends for a truly memorable evening. For more information about this production, including review articles, audio/video previews, cast info, etc., please visit…