Andrea Bocelli in Tuscany

In the Tuscan town of Lajatico, a theatre lies empty for most of the year. The Teatro del Silenzio was created in 2006 at the request of Andrea Bocelli, who dreamed of a stage built into the land itself. Each July it comes to life when Bocelli returns home to perform, drawing audiences from around the world. For the remaining months it sits quiet, true to its name, the Theatre of Silence.

The amphitheatre has become one of Italy’s most distinctive cultural settings. Carved into a natural slope and framed by vineyards, it feels both monumental and intimate. As evening falls, the stage is illuminated, the surrounding hills darken, and the music carries across the valley.

Over the years Bocelli has welcomed celebrated guests to Lajatico, from opera legends to contemporary artists. Milestones have included the 30th anniversary of his career in 2024, staged over three evenings and filmed for international release, and the 20th edition in 2025, where his son Matteo performed alongside him. Each summer the programme shifts, but the rhythm is constant: silence for eleven months, song for one.

The concert traditionally takes place in July, with dates confirmed later in the year, usually by November. Tickets are highly sought after, and many visitors combine the performance with a wider journey through Tuscany, taking in Florence, Siena and the hill towns between.