Bernadette De Lourdes: the music that moved France arrives in Italy.
A universal story of courage and resilience, which goes beyond religious belief, finally arrives in Italy: Bernadette De Lourdesthe musical that conquered the French public, will be on stage from 16 January to 16 February at the Auditorium Conciliazione in Rome, and will then continue the Italian tour with stops in Naples, Bari and Turin.
Set in 19th century southwestern France, the musical tells the extraordinary life of Bernadette Soubirous, a 14-year-old girl who, despite extreme poverty and illiteracy, has become a symbol of hope and strength. With a modern and universal language, Bernadette De Lourdes celebrates the resilience of those who live on the margins, demonstrating that even those who seem to have no voice can change society.
bernadette de lourdes: ITALIAN DATES
Below are the Italian dates scheduled to date:
- 16 January – 16 February: Auditorium Conciliazione, Rome
- March 8: PalaPartenope Theatre, Naples
- March 15-16: Teatro Team, Bari
- March 28-30: Alfieri Theatre, Turin
A MUSICAL WITH GREAT ARTISTIC IMPACT
Inserted in the official program of the Jubilee, the show addresses profound and contemporary themes, aimed above all at young people, who will be able to identify with the determination of the protagonist. Critically acclaimed for its music, immersive sets and intense plot, Bernadette De Lourdes ranks among the great French musicals such as Notre Dame de Paris And Les Misérables.
Following cast and production:
- Bernadette: Gaia Di Fusco
- Father of Bernadette: David Ban
- Louise Casterot Soubirous: Chiara Luppi
- Abbot Peyramale: Fabrizio Voghera
- Commissioner Jacomet: Christian Ruiz
The direction and libretto are by Serge Denoncourtwhile the music is composed by Grégoire and the lyrics from Lionel Florence And Patrice Guirao. The adaptation and Italian translation are handled by Vincenzo Incenzo.
Produced by Éléonore de Galard and Roberto Ciurleo, the musical is based on authentic documents of the time and uses scenography designed by Stephane Roycostumes of Mérédith Caron and arrangements of Scott Price.
In 2026, the film of the original French show will be released in cinemas in over 100 countries. Additionally, the musical will debut on Broadway and other prestigious locations across the United States.