Re Pastore Mozart

Il re pastore presents a pastoral drama of love and duty set in ancient Sidon. Aminta, a humble shepherd, discovers he is the rightful heir to the throne, yet his heart belongs to the gentle Elisa. As political alliances demand he marry the princess Tamiri to secure peace, Aminta must navigate the conflict between his newfound royal obligations and his authentic feelings. The opera explores themes of virtue, sacrifice, and the tension between personal desire and public responsibility. Through Mozart's luminous melodies and Metastasio's elegant verse, the work celebrates the triumph of sincere love and moral integrity, ultimately affirming that true nobility resides not in rank but in character.