The Vernazza Opera Festival was started by Julia Bonilla in 2016. It was created so that opera could be enjoyed in the beautiful Cinque Terre. There have been many talented singers and pianists who have performed in the Vernazza Oratorio which is over 700 years old. Inside the 14th century building is the original baroque alter that was moved there from the main church during renovations.
Our Performers
The Vernazza Opera Festival has always attracted top talent from all over Italy. This year is no exception, our program includes many brilliant performers.
Julia Marie Bonilla
Soprano
Liudmila Schiavotti
Mezzo Soprano
Maria Lyasheva
Pianist
Alexandra Ivchenko
Soprano
Akiko Fujito Cariola
Soprano
Simonida Miletic
Soprano
Matteo benvenuti
Tenor
Isabella messinese
Mezzo soprano
Alessandro manetti
pianoforte
Concert Schedule
May 2026
May 24th
Masterclass
August/Agosto
TBA
september/Settembre
TBA
August/Agosto
TBA
August/Agosto
TBA
September/settembre
TBA
Concert Program
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Contact us
If you would like the Vernazza Opera Festival to come to your city feel free to contact Julia Bonilla for availability.