The modern world premiere of António Leal Moreira’s “Gli Eroi Spartani” is set for Dec. 13, 2025 at the Vila Real Theatre in Portugal.

Composed in 1788 with a libretto by Gaetano Martinelli, “Gli Eroi Spartani” was originally created to celebrate the birthday of Dom José, Prince of Brazil. The work is presented in co-production with the Mateus Palace and will be performed 237 years after its creation by the Mateus Baroque Orchestra and a cast of distinguished soloists under the direction of Brazilian conductor Ricardo Bernardes.

Stage direction and set design are by Argentinian director Nicolás Isasi, who marks his 20th anniversary in the profession with this production.

The score has been preserved in the Biblioteca da Ajuda.

The performance kicks off at 9:30 p.m. local time.

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