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Paris's Opéra Garnier and Opéra Bastille soon to be closed for renovation?

Aging buildings, repairs often carried out on an emergency basis: the Opéra Garnier and Opéra Bastille are in need of major renovation, according to the Cour des Comptes in its latest report. As a result, the two Parisian opera houses could be closed for several years.
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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!
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Journées du Patrimoine 2023: the beauty of Paris Opera costumes at the Ateliers Berthier

The Journées du Patrimoine 2023 (Heritage Days 2023) will unveil a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Paris Opera sets at the Ateliers Berthier on Saturday, September 16. The highlight of the show? The incomparably rich costume collection! Reservations required from Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 2pm.
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Arsène Lupin and the secret of the opera, our opinion on the immersive investigation game at the Palais Garnier

From December 21, 2022, follow in the footsteps of the most famous gentleman burglar, Arsène Lupin, in an immersive adventure at the heart of the Opéra Garnier, to discover the palace through a major investigation!

Molière en musiques, the birthday exhibition at the Opéra de Paris library

For Molière’s 400th birthday, and from September 27, 2022, to January 15, 2023, the Bibliothèque National de France hosts an exhibition in the heart of the Opéra de Paris library to celebrate music’s place in the playwright’s works.
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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.
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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.
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Vincenzo Bellini's The Pirate at the Opéra Garnier

The Palais Garnier invites lovers of Vincenzo Bellini to discover Le Pirate from December 16 to 19, 2019. An opportunity to discover the composer's very first triumph.
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Boy George & Culture Club live at Paris Palais Garnier in December 2018

Save the date! On Sunday December 2, 2018, Paris Palais Garnier holds an event with the coming of Boy George and Culture Club for a unique and exceptional concert.
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“The Wayward Daughter”, season finale at Paris Opera

From June 25 to July 14, 2018, Paris Opera welcomes one of the oldest ballets in history, “The Wayward Daughter”, created by dancer and choreographer Jean Dauberval a few days before storming of the Bastille.
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Iodized Happy Hour at the Café de la Paix

From December 5 to 22, 2017, Le Café de la Paix awaits you every evening from 6 to 8 pm, on its terrace on Boulevard des Capucines, for an iodized happy hour, with a view of the Opéra Garnier.
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Play by Alexander Ekman at Opera Garnier in Paris

Swedish choreographer Alexander Ekman is back with a new show, the ballet Play, performed for the Holidays at Paris Opera.