Count Hoffman is a great, unfinished masterpiece. In 1880, Hoffenbach's health began to rapidly deteriorate. Les Contes d'Hoffmann had already developed a program for the comedy opera of the 1880/81 season, but it was difficult for Offenbach to complete it and could only work when the illness was relieved. He passed away on October 5th, leaving behind an incomplete opera (we still don't know to what extent). Therefore, Ernest Guiraud, a; Expert "; He had already turned the spoken part of Bizet's Carmen into recitation, so he was called to complete this task. This opera premiered at the Comedy Theatre on February 10, 1881 and achieved great success. Soon, it was staged in the world's most important theater. Our version features an outstanding Italian cast, with Desir é e Rancatore's stunning voice, Ruggiero Raimondi's extraordinary artistry, and the enchanting guidance of Pier Luigi Pizzi, one of today's most creative directors, standing out.