Step into the world of Baroque art and music with an extraordinary performance that brings together the genius of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio and Claudio Monteverdi. Happening at the IKSV 53rd Music Festival on Tuesday 24 June in Istanbul. In this immersive concert experience, the actors of Teatri 35 recreate Caravaggio’s most famous paintings with breathtaking precision, while the acclaimed ensemble La Venexiana fills the space with Monteverdi’s timeless compositions. Tickets can be found at Passo.
From the haunting Lamento d’Arianna to the evocative Pur ti miro, Monteverdi’s music intertwines with Caravaggio’s dramatic imagery, creating a multi-sensory journey through the heart of the Baroque era. This performance is more than a concert—it is a living illustration, where music and visual art merge in perfect harmony. The theatrical reenactment of Caravaggio’s masterpieces, paired with Monteverdi’s deeply expressive compositions, transports audiences to a time of artistic revolution, where emotion and realism reshaped the cultural landscape.
Their performance in Istanbul guarantees an experience where music and visual art merge impeccably, celebrating two of history’s most influential artists. Do not miss an unforgettable evening where the past comes alive through music, movement, and light. Get your tickets now at Passo.
Harbiye, Dar’ül Bedayi Cad No:6, 34371 Şişli/İstanbul
Photo 1 by Teatri 35. Courtesy of IKSV.
Photo 2 by Foto Sassari. Courtesy of IKSV.
