Theatre in Syracuse: the 2026/2027 season shows at the Teatro Massimo

From Pirandello to Goldoni, by way of Camilleri and contemporary drama: the 2026/2027 theatre season at the Teatro Massimo in Syracuse offers a programme spanning a wide range of genres, authors and performers.

After opening in October, the season runs until April 2027 with shows starring, among others, Franco Branciaroli, Francesco Scianna, Stefania Rocca and Mario Incudine.

If you're visiting Syracuse in the coming months, the theatre can also be a pleasant alternative to the usual tourist activities. It is located in the historic centre of Ortigia, just a short walk from our Algilà Ortigia Charme Hotel.

The 2026/2027 season at the Teatro Massimo in Syracuse

The fourth theatre season of the Teatro Massimo Comunale opened on 23 October with Il vitalizio by Luigi Pirandello, followed by the musical comedy Don Chisciotto di Girgenti by Tony Cucchiara.

The programme continues with a selection of works that alternate between classics of Italian theatre, contemporary plays and productions rooted in Sicilian culture. There are also stagings that reinterpret well-known works through more modern theatrical languages, alongside shows exploring themes such as human relationships, identity and the line between reality and fiction.

Among the performances still to come, some deserve special attention for their authors, performers and the stories they bring to the stage.

Shows to see between December 2026 and April 2027

Between December 2026 and April 2027, the Teatro Massimo in Syracuse offers several performances worth noting. Here is a selection of the shows on the programme, from great classics to contemporary productions.

Non si sa come – 18, 19 and 20 December 2026

One of December's highlights is Non si sa come, a drama by Luigi Pirandello performed by Franco Branciaroli, directed by Paolo Valerio.

At the heart of the story are seemingly respectable characters who find themselves confronting irrational impulses and actions that are hard to explain, even to themselves. The play questions the relationship between instinct, responsibility and guilt.

The staging combines acting with multimedia elements that help portray the protagonists' inner conflicts.

Hospitality Suite – 15, 16 and 17 January 2027

Three salesmen, a hotel suite and an important client to win over. These are the starting points of Hospitality Suite, a play by American playwright Roger Rueff, directed by and starring Francesco Scianna.

What initially seems like a business meeting gradually turns into a confrontation about personal ambitions, moral convictions and the choices that define each person's life.

A contemporary show that starts from the professional world to tackle much broader questions.

Gli innamorati – 19, 20 and 21 February 2027

February brings Gli innamorati by Carlo Goldoni, with Claudio Casadio and Loredana Giordano, directed by Roberto Valerio.

Written in 1759, the comedy tells the story of Eugenia and Fulgenzio, two young lovers who constantly end up quarrelling over jealousy, suspicion and misunderstandings.

Despite the centuries that have passed, the dynamics Goldoni describes are still recognisable today. The staging, with contemporary sets and costumes, aims precisely to highlight how relevant the play remains.

La tripla vita di Michele Sparacino – 9, 10 and 11 April 2027

Among the last performances of the season is La tripla vita di Michele Sparacino, based on the novel of the same name by Andrea Camilleri, adapted, directed and performed by Mario Incudine.

The story is set in the fictional town of Vigata and revolves around a character invented by a journalist who, through media storytelling, ends up taking on an almost real existence.

Blending irony, satire and music, the show addresses a particularly timely theme: the power of words and information to build a reality that can slip out of the control of those who created it.

These are just some of the performances on the programme. The season also includes Barberia with Massimo Venturiello, Uno nessuno centomila with Primo Reggiani, Quando scende la notte with Stefania Rocca and Fino alle stelle with Agnese Fallongo and Tiziano Caputo.

The Teatro Massimo Comunale: more than a century of history

Attending a show is also a chance to discover one of the most interesting historic buildings in Ortigia.

Construction of the Teatro Massimo Comunale in Syracuse began in 1872, but the project went through numerous changes and interruptions before its inauguration in 1897 with Charles Gounod's Faust.

Inside, the auditorium retains three tiers of boxes and rich decorations. Among the most notable features are the paintings by Gustavo Mancinelli, who also painted the central ceiling depicting Daphne in a forest filled with nymphs.

After closing in the 1960s, the theatre remained unused for over half a century, until its official reopening on 26 December 2016. Today it is once again one of the city's main cultural venues.

Tickets and useful information for attending the shows

The Teatro Massimo Comunale is located at Via del Teatro 6, in Ortigia, just a few minutes' walk from Piazza Duomo.

Tickets can be purchased online through Vivaticket or directly at the box office, generally open Monday to Saturday from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. We recommend booking in advance, especially for shows featuring particularly well-known performers.

For the times of individual performances, seat availability and any updates, please refer to the official 2026/2027 theatre season calendar on the Teatro Massimo di Siracusa website.