Opera

Richard Strauss's Elektra at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées in Paris in April 2024

Discover Elektra, a must-see opera at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées in Paris, on April 29, 2024.

Zingarelli: Romeo and Juliet at the Opéra Royal de Versailles: a lyrical and historical show

Relive Napoleon's passion for opera with Zingarelli: Romeo and Juliet at the Opéra Royal de Versailles. See you on October 20, 2023!

Free embroidery workshops to collaborate on JR's monumental work - Prolongations

In Paris, JR is at it again, transforming the façade of the Palais Garnier into a gigantic trompe l'oeil grotto! Following on from his performance, the famous artist is teaming up with Atelier Montex, resident house of the 19M, for a series of free embroidery workshops, whose works will contribute to this unique metamorphosis. Join this artistic adventure at 19M, the Manufacture de Mode Chanel in Paris' 19th arrondissement, from September 15 to November 5, 2023. Reservations are now open!

The Royal Opera House live at the cinema: programming for the 2023 /2024 season

Are you dying to go to the opera, but only have the budget for a cinema ticket? Good news! The Royal Opera House is renewing its evenings of live broadcasts in French cinemas, from September 20, 2023 to June 11, 2024.

Mes Petits Opéras: a family show at Théâtre La Boussole in Paris

Mes Petits Opéras takes up residence at Théâtre La Boussole in Paris from September 23, 2023 to June 29, 2024. Don't miss this major event promising a captivating experience.

Mozart's Don Giovanni at the Opéra Bastille, autumn 2023

For the first time in France, the Opéra Bastille presents Don Giovanni, a classic staged by Claus Guth. Discover Mozart's opera from September 13 to October 12, 2023, with a preview for young people on September 9.

Opéra d'été 2023: free screenings in 3 Île-de-France departments

This year, Opéra d'été is (already) celebrating its 10th anniversary, and to mark the occasion we've put together a program of no fewer than 5 free screenings to be discovered in 3 departments of the Paris region. "The Marriage of Figaro", "Swan Lake" or "A Midsummer Night's Dream"... discover the 2023 Opéra d'été program!

Quiz Room: Opéra's crazy TV board game

Quiz Room Opéra is the new entertainment address to discover in the 9th arrondissement. Experience immersive themed quizzes and musical blind tests. Perfect for events, team-building or birthday parties, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a TV set with buzzers and jokers, and share unforgettable moments with friends or colleagues!

Valentine's Day 2023 at the Café de la Paix, a magical setting facing the Opera House

What if for Valentine's Day 2023 you went to dine at the famous Café de la Paix in Place de l'Opéra! The chef Laurent André, has imagined a tasting menu of great quality accompanied by a glass of champagne!

NYE 2023: lyrical night and festive meal at the Musée Jacquemart-André

How about spending the New Years Eve in a museum? This December 31, 2022, the Musée Jacquemart-André invites us to a very special New Years Eve party. Long dresses and black ties required!

Paris Palais Garnier ranks as one of the world’s most beautiful theaters

The magnificent Opéra Garnier or Palais Garnier set in Paris 9th arrondissement ranks as one of the three world’s most beautiful theaters, according to a recent British study. Here is the complete ranking.

History of French Pastry: Opera

Many of us love opera. Whether in a classic chocolate version or a new twist, it's a real guilty pleasure. But do you know the origins of this pastry? We'll take you through the history of opera.

Kimpton St Honoré Paris, the Art Deco hotel with its Californian restaurant and rooftop bar

The Kimpton St Honoré is an Art Deco-inspired 5-star hotel nestled in the heart of the Opéra district, with an indoor swimming pool, a rooftop cocktail bar called Sequoia, and a Californian-inspired Montecito restaurant. In short, everything we're dreaming of right now!

Paris Opera Ballet’s Etoiles dance on the apron-stage of the Palais Garnier

Paris Opera Ballet’s Etoiles and Premiers Danseurs perform at the Palais Garnier. From October 5 to 29, 2020 these genuine dance prodigies propose spectators to come and enjoy a collection of solos and duos accompanied on stage by pianists and a cellist especially on the occasion.

Renovations at Paris opera house: no performances before the end of 2020 at the Palais Garnier

Paris Opera is highly struggling. After a huge strike against the pension system and the coronavirus crisis, the cultural venue has to close again for renovations. Consequences? The Opéra Bastille will reopen on November 25, and the Palais Garnier house will not house performances until the end of 2020. Here is what you have to know.

Coronavirus: Paris opera house loses about 50% of subscriptions for 2020-2021

Paris Opera house is in a very bad way with a 40-million-euro loss director Stéphane Lissney says. Recovery might be a major challenge, with about half of subscriptions for 2020-2021 being lost.

Earth'K: Opéra's casual tapas and cocktail bar

Looking for a casual lunch or afterwork with friends? Earth'K is the place for you! We'd like to introduce you to this tapas and cocktail bar in Opéra.

Deconfinement: Paris Opera extends its free online show program

Throughout lockdown, Paris Opera delighted us with a very beautiful selection of shows available online and for free. We enjoyed Carmen, Swan Lake and even the Barber of Seville. And big news, new shows are scheduled until late May.

Yvonne, Princesse de Bourgogne at the Opéra Garnier

The Opéra Garnier invites opera lovers to discover a work in a class of its own, Yvonne, Princesse de Bourgogne, from February 26 to March 8, 2020. An opportunity to discover this work by Philippe Boesmans, commissioned by the Opéra national de Paris in 2008.

Dalloyau unveils its summer 2019’s sweet treats

How could we resist all the sweet treats Dalloyau has in store all summer 2019 long?