Performing Arts & Fashion

Experience the performing arts and fashion scene in Rome, with theatre in Rome, opera, contemporary dance performances and fashion shows across the city. Browse our curated guide to theatres in Rome, dance venues and runway events to discover the best performing arts and fashion experiences during your stay in the Eternal City.

OperaCamion brings Rossini’s Barber of Seville to Rome’s streets

From May 25 to June 22, OperaCamion brings Rossini’s Barber of Seville to Rome’s streets with a mobile stage, live orchestra, and free open-air shows.

Caracalla Festival 2025

Terme di Caracalla Summer Festival organized by Rome's Teatro dell'Opera. Opera, dance, cinema, theater and music at the Baths of Caracalla.

La Notte dei Musei 2026 – Rome’s Night of Museums on May 23, 2026

An exclusive opportunity to check out your favourite museums and archaeological sites at night.

Dolce & Gabbana: The “Grand Tour” Arrives in Rome for the First Time

Via Veneto will be the heart of the events, scheduled from July 12 to 16. Today it was officially announced that Dolce & Gabbana’s iconic “Grand Tour” will arrive in Rome from July 12 to 16. After enchanting cities like Taormina, Venice, Naples, Como, Syracuse, Alberobello, and Nora, the fashion house is bringing its celebration […]

An Extraordinary Night into the BEST CABARET IN TOWN: Welcome to the Conventicola degli Ultramoderni

Hosting about a dozen, vastly different artists each night, this venue located in San Lorenzo is like nowhere else in Rome.Variety show meets café chantant.

Equilibrio, the contemporary dance festival in Rome

From 10 to 22 of February Auditorium Parco Della Musica will host the festival Equilibrio, dedicated to contemporary dance and coreographers.

The 2025 Rome New Year’s Day Parade

Kick off the New Year with The Rome Parade on January 1. Enjoy music, culture, and performances in the heart of the Eternal City.

Trame di Luce: A Symphony of Lights and Music at Rome’s Enchanted Orto Botanico

Trame di Luce is a magical experience, an immersive journey where light and music merge with the nature of the Botanical Garden of Rome.

The Sukhishvili National Ballet of Georgia at Rome’s Auditorium Conciliazione

Experience the captivating energy and cultural richness of Georgian traditions with the Georgian National Ballet Sukhishvili.

The Great Gatsby Ballet: A Contemporary Dance Masterpiece at Rome’s Auditorium Conciliazione

On October 31, 2024, the iconic novel by Fitzgerald meets the groundbreaking choreography of Dwight Rhoden for a breathtaking performance.

What are the main theatres and performing arts venues in Rome?

Rome has a dense network of theatres and venues for live performance. Key ones include Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, Auditorium Parco della Musica Ennio Morricone, Teatro Argentina, Teatro Brancaccio, Teatro Sistina, Teatro Quirino, Sala Umberto and Teatro Olimpico, among others. These host everything from opera and ballet to musicals, prose theatre and contemporary dance.

The Theater Guide of Rome

What are the most important theatre and dance festivals in Rome?

One of the most important is the Romaeuropa Festival, a major international festival of contemporary theatre, dance, music and digital arts that runs each year from early September to mid-November across multiple venues in the city. Another highlight for dance lovers is Equilibrio, a contemporary dance festival held at the Auditorium Parco della Musica, usually in February, featuring leading European choreographers and companies.

How can I attend opera and ballet in Rome?

The main venue for opera, ballet and classical concerts is the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, which has a regular season in its historic theatre and a summer programme under the stars at the Baths of Caracalla. You can check the official Opera di Roma website for the current season of operas, ballets, concerts and dance “passports”, and buy tickets directly online or at the box office.

Rome Opera House

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