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The chic and accessible Christmas Tea Time at the Scribe Paris Opéra 2024

Christmas Tea Time at the Sofitel Scribe Paris Opéra offers a festive, gourmet break right in the heart of the capital. Until December 31, 2024, the Rivages Restaurant welcomes you every day from 3pm to 5pm, under its glass roof bathed in light, to savor the refined creations of Louise Riot, the hotel's talented Pastry Chef.

Paris Opera's Swan Lake broadcast worldwide for the first time on cinema screens

Tchaikovsky's famous Paris Opera ballet, choreographed by Rudolf Nureyev, arrives in cinemas worldwide for the first time. Thanks to IMAX technology, the ballet can be seen in 230 cinemas on November 10, 2024, following its premiere on Friday November 8.

Rigoletto: Giuseppe Verdi's tragic opera at Opéra Bastille

One of Giuseppe Verdi's great classics, Rigoletto, comes to the Opéra Bastille from December 1 to June 12, 2025. An opportunity to discover a new version of the tragic opera by one of the major figures in the world of opera.

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.

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.

"L'Autre Voyage", after Schubert, at the Opéra-Comique in February 2024

From February 1 to 11, 2024, discover "L'Autre Voyage" at the Opéra-Comique. A musical spectacle based on Schubert's unfinished works. Music director Raphaël Pichon and stage director Silvia Costa unearth the gems of Franz Schubert's forgotten scores, bringing them back to life in a creation as contemporary as it is romantic. An original journey performed by the Pygmalion orchestra and choir.

HOPE 2024 Gala, stars of dance and show business come together to support Myology research

With a trailer directed by Cédric Klapisch, the HOPE 2024 Gala is gearing up for February 6. Spend an evening with a star-studded program: Marie-Agnès Gillot, star dancers from the Opéra de Paris, Jeanne Balibar's first steps in dance, presented by comedian and actor Jérôme Commandeur, and a dinner of star chefs, all in support of the Institute of Myology at the Casino de Paris. An event built around the beauty of dance and volunteerism: all the protagonists (from artists to technicians) work graciously to bring this moment to life.

Secrets of the Ballet: Backstage with the Opéra de Paris at Théâtre de La Garenne

Take a behind-the-scenes look at classical ballet with the Paris Opera, on December 12 at the Théâtre de La Garenne.

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.

Paris Opera: Guillaume Diop becomes the very first black prima ballerina of the Opera

The news has just been released: the young Guillaume Diop has been promoted to the title of star dancer this Saturday morning, March 11, 2023.

Violetta and Alfredo, the tea room inspired by the Opera, our photos

Opera and pastry lovers meet at Violetta et Alfredo, a tea room inspired by Giuseppe Verdi's famous work, La Traviata. The opportunity to enjoy the most musical Tea Time in Paris!

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.

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.

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.

Paris Opera house displays portraits of 500 health caregivers

What a beautiful tribute! Paris Opera house makes a beautiful surprise to caregivers by displaying the portraits of 500 of them on the façade of the Opéra Bastille. A lovely way to thank them and express their admiration for their managing of the health crisis on the frontlines.

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.

Confinement: Choeur and Orchestre de l’Opéra de Paris pay tribute to health caregivers

Choeur and Orchestre de l’Opéra de Paris thanked with a song and music “all those working hard and with bravery to keep us safe”. Here’s the result in video.

Free audio books for children

In times of confinement, it's important to keep kids occupied and develop their creativity and imagination! Among the screen-free and free alternatives, we note that Audible, Amazon's audiobook service, makes available a selection of free audiobooks for kids.

Did you know? 3 uncommon little stories about the Opéra Garnier

Proudly sitting in the Haussmann neighborhood, the Opéra Garnier opera house has been amazing Parisians and tourists. But what do you really know about this cultural monument? We unveil you three and uncommon little stories about it!