Olga Peretyatko stars as Giulia in Rossini’s lively comic opera La scala di seta at Opernhaus Zürich. Critics praise her performance and the fresh, contemporary production.
Renowned soprano Olga Peretyatko stars as Giulia in Gioachino Rossini’s one-act comic opera La scala di seta (The Silken Ladder) at Opernhaus Zürich. This production, directed by Damiano Michieletto with musical direction by Leonardo Sini, brings Rossini’s lively farce into a contemporary setting, staged in a modern apartment.
Critics praised the production for its fresh and accessible approach: the characters are dynamic, guided, and active throughout, perfectly matching Rossini’s spirited music. The set design by Paolo Fantin features everyday furnishings, and the costume design ensures the singers could be encountered on the street or in public transport, bringing Rossini’s early farce to life with unexpected freshness. Lighting by Elfried Roller enhances the fast-paced action.
On stage, Olga Peretyatko delivers a round, full soprano as Giulia, handling the comic and dramatic moments with finesse, even adding a touch of sharpness in the heat of the action. Siena Licht Miller impresses as Lucilla, Levy Sekgapane shines as the graceful Dorvil, Enrico Marabelli delights as the quirky Germano, Nahuel Di Pierro portrays Blansac with a sleek baritone, and Martin Zysset stands out as the seasoned character actor Dormont.
The orchestra under Leonardo Sini performs with virtuosity, highlighting Rossini’s famous crescendos and vibrant sound palette. Overall, the production has been described as “top-class entertainment with wonderfully lively Rossini”.
Performances run: September 25 & 28, October 19 & 24, 2025.
At the European Capital of Culture gala in Chemnitz, Olga Peretyatko was awarded for her outstanding contribution to European culture.
On May 9, 2025, world-renowned soprano Olga Peretyatko was honored with the European Culture Award (Europäischer Kulturpreis) during a glittering ceremony held at the Chemnitz Opera House. The event took place as part of the European Capital of Culture 2025 celebrations and gathered numerous distinguished guests from across Europe.
The award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to European culture and promote unity across the continent. Alongside Olga Peretyatko, this year’s laureates included actor Matthias Schweighöfer, figure skating legend Katarina Witt, football icon Michael Ballack, tenor Joseph Calleja, conductor Anna Rakitina, and legendary band Alphaville.
The gala, attended by high-profile figures such as Saxony’s Minister President Michael Kretschmer, was a celebration of cultural excellence and European solidarity. The Robert Schumann Philharmonic hosted the evening with a powerful musical program.
This recognition highlights Olga Peretyatko’s continued artistic excellence and her significant role in preserving and promoting Europe’s cultural heritage through music
Olga Peretyatko makes her debut as Leonora in Il trovatore at Hamburg State Opera
Olga Peretyatko has made her much-anticipated staged debut as Leonora in Verdi’s Il trovatore at the Hamburg State Opera. The performances took place on March 27, April 1, and April 5, 2025, under the baton of Paolo Arrivabeni, leading the Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg. The production was directed by Immo Karaman and featured baritone George Petean as Count di Luna.
This marked a new milestone in the soprano’s Verdi repertoire. Olga had previously performed the role of Leonora in a concert version of the opera at the Bremen Music Festival, conducted by Jérémie Rohrer with Le Cercle de l'Harmonie on period instruments. The concert cast included Ivan Magrì as Manrico and Agnieszka Rehlis as Azucena.
With her signature musicality and dramatic presence, Olga Peretyatko continues to explore new artistic dimensions in the Italian operatic tradition.
The project in Japan marked a significant milestone in Olga Peretyatko's career. Mathilde is her 12th Rossini role, and this production made history as the first staged performance of the opera in French in Japan.
Olga praised the high level of organization, the cohesion of the team, and the creative freedom she was given. Mathilde's contrast between love and duty allowed her to explore new vocal and dramatic dimensions.
Critics highlighted:
"Elegant stage presence and strong emotional connection with her partner," — OperaWire.
"The duet with Arnold struck an emotional chord with the audience," — Plays to See.
"Her aria Sombre forêt deeply impressed with its refined phrasing and vocal control," — Japan News.
"A perfect combination of stage grace and vocal expressiveness," — BachTrack.
This long-awaited debut emphasized Olga's maturity as an artist, further cementing her status as a leading soprano in the operatic world.
They are musical moments that are remembered. In recent years, Olga Peretyatko's agile soprano voice has gained in suppleness and lush depth, so that as Lieladie she can present the whole spectrum of emotions in modelled lines.
By the way she's editing this page herself!