Verdi – conducted by Massimo Zanetti and directed by Stefano Vizioli at Teatro Regio, Parma. Starring Leo Nucci, Nino Machaidze, Francesco Demuro. 3 hrs

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An encore performance of Verdi’s greatest with Maestro Leo Nucci (possibly the greatest Italian baritone working today) sings the title role, a role he has played over 400 times and one that allows him to fully showcase his extraordinary talent.