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La Magie Opéra, in virtual reality: we tested the immersive VR experience at the Palais Garnier

To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Palais Garnier, the Bibliothèque de l'Opéra invites you to a unique virtual reality experience! From May 7 to August 31, 2025, plunge into the heart of this iconic monument, explore its emblematic locations and experience legendary arias in VR. A dreamlike, immersive adventure like never before! Our verdict.

Handel's Ariodante: a Baroque opera at the Palais Garnier

The Palais Garnier presents Ariodante, Georg Friedrich Handel's Baroque masterpiece, from September 16 to October 12, 2025, directed by Robert Carsen.

The Marriage of Figaro: Mozart revisited backstage at the Palais Garnier

From November 15 to December 27, 2025, Mozart's Les Noces de Figaro will be staged at the Palais Garnier in a production that takes the action backstage in a contemporary opera house.

Giselle at the Palais Garnier: the iconic Romantic ballet of madness, love and the supernatural

The ballet "Giselle" is on at the Palais Garnier from September 28 to October 31, 2025, in a version by Patrice Bart and Eugène Polyakov.

An unusual DJ set at the Opéra Garnier

The Opéra Garnier turns into an electro club? Yes, it's real! From 11pm on Saturday March 22, 2025, the Rotonde des Abonnés will be transformed into a dancefloor, where DJ You Man's beats will resonate beneath the moldings, bringing the hybrid show "Ma Nuit chez Dante" to a close.

Hofesh Shechter: A new creation for the Paris Opera Ballet

From June 10 to July 14, 2025, the Palais Garnier welcomes Hofesh Shechter's new creation, an original piece specially conceived for the Paris Opera Ballet. An immersion into an intense, electric choreographic universe.

Insolite : Longchamp installs an ephemeral vegetable garden on the Opéra Garnier forecourt - last day

Longchamp plants its ephemeral vegetable garden on the forecourt of the Opéra Garnier from March 6 to 9, 2025. An unusual opportunity to stroll among the vegetables and fresh herbs and discover the secrets of gardening right in the heart of the capital. Free workshops, tips and homemade herbal teas - it's all part of a refreshingly creative immersion!

Sylvia: mythology danced by Manuel Legris at the Palais Garnier

Fauns, dryads and thwarted loves: Manuel Legris revisits "Sylvia", Léo Delibes' mythological ballet, from May 8 to June 4, 2025 at the Palais Garnier.

Sharon Eyal and Mats Ek at the Opéra Garnier: two contemporary visions of dance

An evening where contemporary dance meets classical ballet, from March 27 to April 18 at the Opéra Garnier.

John Cranko's Onegin: the romantic ballet to discover at Opéra Garnier

Inspired by Pushkin's novel, John Cranko's ballet Onegin returns to the Opéra Garnier from February 8 to March 4, 2025. Set to music by Tchaikovsky, this neoclassical adaptation explores love, regret and destiny through virtuoso dance.

Paris Opera: 4,000 seats from 35 euros, details of this limited offer

Fancy attending an opera at a reduced price? Don't miss the flash offer currently available from the Opéra national de Paris. Until February 4, 2025, 4,000 seats are available for as little as 35 euros. Find out how to book this limited offer.

Did you know? The expression "Il y a du monde au balcon" originated at the Opéra Garnier.

This famous French expression, which subtly alludes to a generous bosom put on display, has its roots in 19thᵉ century Paris, and more precisely in the refined ambience of the Opéra Garnier. A look back at a history where seduction and propriety mingled in the salons of high society. We tell you all about it.

Gioacchino Rossini's The Barber of Seville at Opéra Garnier

Attention opera buffa fans! The Opéra Garnier is offering several performances of Gioacchino Rossini's masterpiece, The Barber of Seville, from June 10 to July 13, 2025. An opportunity to immerse yourself in this adaptation of Beaumarchais' work.

150 years of the Palais Garnier: exhibitions, concerts, galas, special tours, the program at the Opéra

In 2025, the Palais Garnier celebrates its 150th anniversary! For the occasion, this sublime opera house designed by Charles Garnier is organizing a series of events throughout the year, to celebrate its anniversary with the public. Discover the program!

Bijoux de scène de l'Opéra de Paris: an exhibition of marvellous jewellery at the Palais Garnier

The Opéra national de Paris raises the curtain on a dazzling exhibition! From November 28 to March 28, 2025, the Bibliothèque-musée du Palais Garnier will be exhibiting the stage jewels that illuminate its shows. Between pomp and trompe l'œil, these sparkling jewels reveal their secrets and transport visitors to the heart of the history and magic of stagecraft. The exhibition is available as part of a visit to the Palais Garnier.

Cultural Olympiad Paris 2024 Olympics: Apaches, the original dance show at the Opéra Garnier

Just a few days before the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, choreographer Saïdo Lehlouh is creating an original show as part of the Cultural Olympiad, on the stage of the prestigious Opéra Garnier.

Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake

An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.

Discovery: À quelques pas du monde - Immersive Sound Experience at the Opéra Garnier - our test

The Palais Garnier invites you to discover its brand-new immersive sound experience, "À quelques pas du monde", from September 6 to 30, 2023. A true artistic and technological innovation proposed by the Opéra national de Paris, in partnership with Tamanoir Immersive Studio. We've tested it, we'll tell you about it!

An unusual night at the Opéra Garnier with dinner & a private tour of the backstage area and underground lake

How would you like to spend a night at the Palais Garnier? You're not dreaming, Airbnb is offering a unique, mythical and unforgettable night at the Opéra de Paris - Palais Garnier. Here's how to get involved!

Opéra Garnier: currently under construction, the building's facade will be invisible until the end of 2024

You may have noticed if you passed in front of the Opera Garnier, the facade of the building is hidden by a huge scaffolding. It is currently being renovated. This is the first step of a large-scale project.