Italian Carnival - From Paganini to Puccini and the Songs of Naples

A sweeping celebration of Italian passion, melody, and operatic grandeur, led by pianist and creator Orit Wolf. This original production brings together beloved arias and duets by Bellini, Donizetti, Verdi, and Puccini - from Norma, Tosca, La Bohème, and Turandot to The Barber of Seville and The Elixir of Love. 

The program also features timeless Neapolitan folk songs such as “’O Sole Mio” and “Funiculì Funiculà,” alongside virtuosic gems from Paganini. With guest artists including mandolinist Shmuel Elbaz, tenor Yotam Cohen, and soprano Ira Bertman - and the optional addition of sand artist Ilana Yahav - this performance is a feast of love, drama, and fiery emotion. Through music, storytelling, and intimate conversation, audiences are invited into the heart of Italy’s operatic and folk traditions in a concert that is as moving as it is unforgettable.