Music by Giacomo Puccini, libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa

Rodolfo, a struggling poet, crosses paths with Mimì, a seamstress, and the two quickly fall head over heels in love. Their bliss is overshadowed when Rodolfo discovers that Mimì is seriously ill.

Faced with the realization that he cannot afford the necessary medical treatment for her, Rodolfo agonizingly decides to separate from Mimì. However, as her condition deteriorates, she finds her way back to Rodolfo's humble abode. They are happily reunited, but their future together is uncertain as the illness takes hold.

Run Time

2 hours 30 minutes

Intermission

One 20-minute intermission

Language

Sung in Italian with English surtitles

Premiered

1 February 1896 at the Teatro Regio, Turin

Dress Code

Casual evening wear/Come as you are

Age Restrictions

Children under 6 are not permitted.