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When the Music Must Go On: Richard Hetherington ’s Defining Moment in Turandot. When international star Roberto Alagna fell suddenly ill, Puccini’s monumental Turandot could easily have faltered. Instead, the performance found its heartbeat in the steady, fearless leadership of Richard Hetherington, the house’s Head of Music, who stepped forward to carry one of the most challenging scores in the repertoire. Turandot is not forgiving. Its massive orchestration, relentless dram

Marcello Giordani in memoriam

Torre del Lago, Italy | January 2026 The Accademia Puccini in Torre del Lago is entering a bold new era. With Placido Domingo recently appointed as the academy’s Artistic Director, and Angelo Taddeo taking the reins as President, the historic institution is rapidly transforming into a star-making powerhouse for the next generation of operatic talent. Domingo’s global stature brings unprecedented visibility and credibility to the academy, positioning Torre del Lago as a hub