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About
Join the Italian Cultural Institute for a fascinating look into the world of 18th-century comic opera. This event features a presentation on the new critical edition of Domenico Cimarosa’s La ballerina amante (1782), a significant work in the genre.
The new edition, published by Edizioni ETS (Rome, 2025), is part of the collected national editions of the composer’s works. The volume, which includes music, libretto, and an essay, has been prepared by Prof. Anthony R. DelDonna.
This event takes place at the Italian Cultural Institute, located at 3000 Whitehaven St NW, Washington, DC 20008. While the cost is not specified, you can find more details and RSVP via the provided link.
Location & getting there
Italian Cultural Institute
3000 Whitehaven St NW, Washington, DC 20008
7-min walk from Dupont Circle · Red (approx.)
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- Is [concert/lecture] The Creation of an Eighteenth-Century Comic Opera – at Georgetown University free?
- See the event page for admission details.
- When is [concert/lecture] The Creation of an Eighteenth-Century Comic Opera – at Georgetown University?
- It takes place on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM (Washington, D.C. time).
- Where is [concert/lecture] The Creation of an Eighteenth-Century Comic Opera – at Georgetown University?
- Italian Cultural Institute, 3000 Whitehaven St NW, Washington, DC 20008. Nearest Metro: 7-min walk from Dupont Circle.
- Do I need tickets or an RSVP for [concert/lecture] The Creation of an Eighteenth-Century Comic Opera – at Georgetown University?
- RSVP is required.