Plácido Domingo & José Carreras at Xiaomi Arena on June 11, 2027

Plácido Domingo & José Carreras at Xiaomi Arena on June 11, 2027

On June 11, 2027, opera artists Plácido Domingo and José Carreras will share the stage at Xiaomi Arena in Riga. The concert will begin at 7:00 p.m., while admission for visitors will open at 6:00 p.m. The program will feature famous opera arias, duets, and works from the golden repertoire of classical music. The artists’ joint performance will be a rare opportunity to hear two members of the legendary “Three Tenors” project on the same evening. A symphony orchestra conducted by Spanish conductor David Giménez will take part in the concert. A choir of more than one hundred singers will also participate. The arena format is designed as a large-scale opera music concert with an expansive sound. José Carreras is especially known for his Italian and French opera repertoire. Plácido Domingo’s career has combined experience as a singer, conductor, opera house director, and mentor to young artists. The work of both artists is associated with bringing opera to a broad international audience. This evening will suit both devoted opera lovers and listeners who want to experience classical music in the atmosphere of a large arena.

What to expect at the event

The concert will feature a joint performance by Plácido Domingo and José Carreras with a symphony orchestra and a large choir. The program includes opera arias, duets, and works from the classical music repertoire. The meeting of the two artists recalls the history of the “Three Tenors,” in which Luciano Pavarotti also performed alongside Domingo and Carreras.

Venue and time

The event will take place on Friday, June 11, 2027, at Xiaomi Arena, 21 Skanstes Street, Riga. Admission opens at 6:00 p.m., and the concert begins at 7:00 p.m.

Important information for visitors

• There is no age restriction for the event.
• Children under 5 years of age may enter free of charge if they do not occupy a separate seat.
• The event languages are Latvian and English.
• The planned event duration is approximately three hours.
• Accessible seating and a discount are available for wheelchair users with disabilities.

Why attend

This is a large-scale opera music evening bringing together the voices of outstanding soloists, an orchestra, and a choir. The concert offers an opportunity to hear two artists whose names are associated with one of the world’s best-known opera music projects and to experience classical music repertoire in an arena-scale production.