Opera

Eugene Onegin: Ralph Fiennes Directs the Opera at Palais Garnier

From January 26 to February 27, 2026, Eugene Onegin will be performed at the Palais Garnier, directed by Ralph Fiennes and conducted by Semyon Bychkov.

Le Bel Canto Paris: An Immersive Dinner-Opera Experience in the Heart of Paris

Le Bel Canto Paris offers a one-of-a-kind dinner-opera experience on the Quai de l’Hôtel de Ville in the heart of the city: a blend of French cuisine and captivating opera performances, available year-round.

Le Café de la Paix: The Stunning Historic Restaurant of Paris Facing the Opéra Garnier

Listed as a Historic Monument and opened in 1862, the Café de la Paix is one of Paris’s most iconic gastronomic landmarks. Located opposite the Opéra Garnier in the 9th arrondissement, it offers more affordable lunch menus, a popular Sunday brunch, and a menu crafted by chef Laurent André.

Great deal: a free opera featuring 100 musicians at La Défense shopping center

What if the opera took center stage... among the shops? On Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 4 p.m., the clearing at Les Quatre Temps in La Défense will host a free opera open to everyone—no ticket required, no dress code needed. This is a rare opportunity to experience Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” in an immersive and accessible format, right in the heart of the shopping mall.

Jacquemart-André Museum in tunes: the upcoming musical lineup to experience in the coming days

The Jacquemart-André Museum hosts a variety of performances and concerts: discover the upcoming 2026 musical season and the latest news from the museum.

Offenbach takes center stage with Belle Lurette at the Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell – read our review

Presented at the Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris, Jacques Offenbach’s comic opera Belle Lurette is making a vibrant comeback in a faithful new staging by Les Tréteaux Lyriques, running from January 9 to February 1, 2026. Read our review!

Rusalka by Dvořák at the Bastille Opera: the lyrical fairy tale inspired by The Little Mermaid makes its return to Paris

The Bastille Opera House is hosting Rusalka by Antonín Dvořák, a cornerstone of the Romantic opera repertoire inspired by aquatic myths and the tale of The Little Mermaid. Running from May 2 to May 20, 2026, this production brings to life the tragic story of a water sprite willing to go to any lengths to become human, driven by love.

Siegfried by Wagner at the Bastille Opera: the third installment of The Ring of the Nibelung scheduled for 2026

The Bastille Opera House presents Siegfried by Richard Wagner, the third installment of The Ring of the Nibelung, in a production directed by Calixto Bieito, running from January 17 to 31, 2026.

La Finta Giardiniera: Mozart’s Early Opera Comes to Life at MC93 in Bobigny

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s opera, La Finta Giardiniera, will be performed at the MC93 in Bobigny from March 24 to April 1, 2026. This production is directed by Julie Delille and features performers from the Paris National Opera Academy.

Tosca by Puccini at the Opéra Bastille: a lyrical drama exploring love and power

At the Bastille Opera, Giacomo Puccini's Tosca returns in a production directed by Pierre Audi from March 12 to April 18, 2026. This iconic opera delves into a gripping moral dilemma set against the political upheaval in Rome in 1800.

Carmen by Bizet at the Bastille Opera: A Legendary Opera Reimagined by Calixto Bieito

The Bastille Opera House will present Carmen by Georges Bizet in a production directed by Calixto Bieito, running from February 7 to March 19, 2026. First premiered in 1875, this iconic opera delves into themes of freedom, desire, and destiny through the story of Carmen and Don José.

La Traviata at the Opéra Bastille: Verdi’s classic opera reimagined for the social media age

La Traviata returns to the Opéra Bastille in a contemporary production directed by Simon Stone, where Violetta transforms into an influencer caught in the contradictions of an ultra-connected society, running from June 4 to July 13, 2026.

2025 New Year's Concert at the Royal Opera House in Versailles: tribute to Johann Strauss

The 2025 New Year's Concert at the Royal Opera of Versailles celebrates the bicentennial of Johann Strauss with a program of Viennese waltzes, operetta arias, and polkas in an exceptional historical setting on December 29.

Ariodante at the Royal Opera of Versailles: a Baroque work exploring love, power, and betrayal.

The Royal Opera of the Palace of Versailles presents Handel's Ariodante from December 5 to 11, 2025: a Baroque masterpiece combining romantic drama, political intrigue, and dances inspired by the opera-ballet of Versailles.

Le Petit Faust: opera buffa by Hervé at the Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet

Discover Le Petit Faust, an opera buffa by Hervé, presented by the Palazzetto Bru Zane at the Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet from December 13 to 20, 2025.

The Opera Locos: the comic opera show returns to La Gaîté Rive Gauche

From October 19, 2024 to January 25, 2026, The Opera Locos takes over La Gaîté Rive Gauche with a zany opera combining Mozart, Bizet, Mika and Beyoncé.

Work at the Paris Opera: Rachida Dati unveils the renovation project

Aging buildings, repairs often carried out on an emergency basis: the Palais Garnier and Opéra Bastille are in need of major renovation. On September 2, 2025, Rachida Dati, Minister of Culture, unveiled the renovation plan for all Paris Opera sites.

La Vie parisienne at the Théâtre du Châtelet: the spirit of Offenbach in a festive Paris

Jacques Offenbach's opéra bouffe comes to the Théâtre du Châtelet from June 12 to July 11, 2026, in a contemporary staging by Valérie Lesort, combining social satire and Parisian festivities.

La Cenerentola at the Palais Garnier: Rossini's Cinderella returns to Paris

The Opéra Garnier presents Rossini's La Cenerentola, a sparkling retelling of the Cinderella tale, from June 3 to July 11, 2026, directed by Guillaume Gallienne.

Philip Glass's Satyagraha: Gandhi, non-violence and hypnotic opera at the Palais Garnier

Philip Glass's opera Satyagraha, inspired by the thought of Gandhi, enters the repertoire of the Palais Garnier from April 10 to May 3, 2026, for a series of never-before-seen performances.