That Bastard, Puccini!

That Bastard, Puccini!

It's the battle of the Bohème's...
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‘A challenge, in Italy’s largest newspaper. He’s put both of our reputations on the line!’
It’s 1893. Puccini is close to being hailed as Italy’s newest opera king, but needs to write something to cement his reputation. He’s found the perfect subject: the enchanting love story of La Boheme.

There’s only one problem – fellow composer Ruggero Leoncavallo has thought of it too. And worse still, he’s claiming Puccini stole his idea…

Soon it’s a race between two of Italy’s hottest composers: the battle of the Bohemes. The winner will claim a place in the pantheon, the loser a footnote in history. With riches, rivalry and reputation on the line, both will have to face more than they bargained for. But there’s more to life than great art – isn’t there?

A hilarious, chaotic and captivating new play by James Inverne, That Bastard, Puccini! brings to life an explosive professional rivalry, a plagiarism scandal that rocked Europe, and a friendship tested to the limit. Witness the story behind one of the world’s most famous masterpieces… and as a result, one of the least famous. Both of them titled La Boheme.

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Details

StartsThursday, 10 July 2025
EndsSaturday, 9 August 2025
Running Time1hr 40mins
CategoryPlay

Venue

VenuePark Theatre
AddressPark Theatre, Clifton Terrace, Finsbury Park, London, N4 3JP
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Nearest TubeKings Cross

Minimum Age

This production is recommended for ages 14+.