A homage to the people of Naples and the power of stage: the legendary play by Pugliese and Porta reclaims the Royal Palace courtyard
The uprising reignites the stage
Masaniello, the theatrical masterpiece by Armando Pugliese and Elvio Porta, returns to captivate and provoke. On May 22, 2025, in the Royal Palace Courtyard in Naples, a timeless story of revolt meets a present craving justice. Not a simple revival, but a renewed civil act, this production fuses past and present with unrelenting intensity.
Theatre as civil ritual
This is not conventional theatre. No seats, no stage: the audience moves, listens, becomes part of the action. Dynamic set pieces, moved by both actors and spectators, transform the space into a civic and immersive experience. A living memory, shared and performed in the open air.
A people’s story that still matters
Masaniello was a voice for justice in 1647. Today, his rage speaks to modern social unrest. This production remains word-for-word faithful to the 1974 original, resonating powerfully with today’s world. Who is Masaniello now?
A celebration of conscience and resistance
Directed and supervised by Bruno Garofalo, the 2025 edition is an emotional tribute to an iconic show and its creators. Over thirty performers, music by Antonio Sinagra, and historically inspired costumes make this anniversary a celebration of art as resistance.
📍 Royal Palace Courtyard, Naples
📅 May 22, 27, 28, 29 and June 1, 2025
🕘 9:00 PM
🎟️ Outdoor immersive experience – limited entry
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