There are fourteen operas in the program and nine ballets, many concerts. An event will be the one for the centenary of Puccini's death.

The return of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra will also be part of the program. The season will end with the world premiere of Memento, choreography by Vittorio Girolamo. For more information, visit the website of the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, Italy, or go to www.teatroalla.com.