Experience Händel's masterpiece at the Baroque festival

Floridante, one of the outstanding opera productions by Georg Friedrich Händel, will be performed as a festive event as part of the Bayreuth Baroque Festival 2026 in the impressive Margravial Opera House. This opening performance promises to be a cultural highlight that will excite lovers of Baroque music and opera alike.

Experience a Baroque masterpiece live

The opera “Floridante” is a work about love, power, and intrigue, which Händel has underscored with his characteristic musical brilliance. The story unfolds captivatingly in the opulent setting of the opera house, which itself is a gem of Baroque architecture.

A part of the festival program

As a central component of the Bayreuth Baroque Festival, “Floridante” attracts not only an international audience but also enriches the cultural diversity of the city. The evening promises an unforgettable artistic experience full of emotions and musical sophistication.

A must for opera lovers

The performance combines authentic Baroque staging with top-notch artists and musicians who bring the historical sound world to life. The performance offers the opportunity to immerse oneself in the magnificent world of Baroque and experience the fascinating atmosphere of the opera performance up close.