Teatro San Carlo in November 2026: Béjart's Boléro and Beethoven's Ninth, dates and tickets
In November 2026 the Teatro di San Carlo, Europe's oldest opera house still in use, stages Béjart's Boléro and Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. Tickets start at €15, a few steps from Piazza del Plebiscito.
At a glance
- When
- Boléro 5–10 November; Ninth Symphony 13 and 14 November 2026
- Where
- Teatro di San Carlo, Via San Carlo 98/F, next to the Royal Palace
- Tickets
- From €15; Boléro up to €90, Ninth up to €210
- Running time
- Boléro about 2 h 30; Ninth about 1 h 15, no interval
- Getting there
- Line 1 to Municipio or Toledo, then a few minutes on foot
Dates and times
- Boléro, an evening of three ballets: from Thursday 5 to Tuesday 10 November 2026.
- Beethoven's Ninth Symphony conducted by Daniel Oren: Friday 13 and Saturday 14 November, at 7 pm.
- Where: Teatro di San Carlo, Via San Carlo 98/F, between Piazza del Plebiscito and the Galleria Umberto I.
| Show | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Boléro | Thursday 5 November | 8 pm |
| Boléro | Friday 6 November | 7 pm |
| Boléro | Saturday 7 November | 8 pm |
| Boléro | Sunday 8 November | 5 pm |
| Boléro | Tuesday 10 November | 8 pm |
| Ninth Symphony | Friday 13 November | 7 pm |
| Ninth Symphony | Saturday 14 November | 7 pm |
What you'll see
Boléro is a triple bill by the San Carlo Ballet, with the orchestra conducted by Jonathan Darlington. It runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, with two intervals.
- The Rite of Spring by Stravinsky, choreography by Renato Zanella.
- Three Preludes by Rachmaninoff, choreography by Ben Stevenson.
- Boléro by Ravel, in Maurice Béjart's famous choreography.
The Ninth is performed by the San Carlo Orchestra and Chorus with four soloists, including tenor Stefan Pop and bass Michele Pertusi. It lasts about 1 hour 15 minutes, with no interval.
Tickets
- Boléro: from €15 (listening-only seats and upper balcony) to €90 (royal box); most seats cost €25–35.
- Ninth Symphony: from €15 to €210; stalls seat €50, gold front stalls €70.
- Concessions for under-30s and over-65s on some sections: sold only at the box office, with ID.
- Where to buy: online on the theatre's website (full price only, with a fee) or at the box office, Via San Carlo 98/F, open daily 10 am–6 pm.
Getting there
- Metro Line 1: Municipio or Toledo stations, then a few minutes on foot.
- Central Funicular from Vomero: Augusteo station, on the other side of the Galleria Umberto I.
Tip: buy online only if you want a full-price seat; for under-30 concessions, stop by the box office the day before.
What to see before or after the show
- Seafront and Castel dell'Ovo10 minutes on foot
- Neapolitan coffeeGambrinus is next to the theatre
- Spanish Quarterfor dinner, 10 minutes on foot
- Naples in Novemberweather, events and tips for the month
Frequently asked questions
When is Boléro on at the Teatro San Carlo?
On 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10 November 2026: at 8 pm on the 5th, 7th and 10th, at 7 pm on the 6th and at 5 pm on Sunday the 8th.
How much does the Ninth Symphony at the San Carlo cost?
Full-price tickets range from €15 (listening-only seats) to €210 (royal box); a stalls seat costs €50. Under-30s and over-65s get concessions on some sections, at the box office only.
How old is the Teatro di San Carlo?
It opened on 4 November 1737 and turns 290 on 4 November 2026. It is Europe's oldest opera house still in use.
Is the Boléro Béjart's version?
Yes: Ravel's Boléro is staged in Maurice Béjart's choreography, revived by Gil Roman and Piotr Nardelli, alongside Zanella's Rite of Spring and Stevenson's Three Preludes.
Where to stay near the Teatro di San Carlo
137 places to stay in Toledo and Municipio on Napolibnb.it, the Naples holiday-rental portal: you contact the host directly, with no booking fees. Every listing shows its official CIN code.
