Paris opera

Notre-Dame de Paris: Roland Petit's ballet returns to the Opéra Bastille

The Opéra Bastille welcomes Roland Petit's legendary ballet Notre-Dame de Paris, a major work in the repertoire. Presented from December 6 to 31, 2025, this dance fresco combines dramatic power, neoclassical dance and flamboyant aesthetics.

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.

La Bohème at the Opéra Bastille: love and youth through the prism of memory

The opera "La Bohème" returns to the Opéra Bastille from September 12 to October 14, 2025, directed by Claus Guth.

The Junior Ballet de l'Opéra de Paris at Versailles: the birthplace of future great dancers

The Opéra Royal du Château de Versailles welcomes the Junior Ballet de l'Opéra de Paris, from June 12 to 14, 2025. A first stop for this new company, which embodies the future of French classical dance.

Did you know that you can attend rehearsals with Paris Opera dancers?

Do you find Paris Opera shows too expensive? The Opéra Bastille offers spectators the chance to attend certain rehearsals at a (very) reduced price! We tell you all about it.

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? Why is Avenue de l'Opéra one of the only streets without a single tree?

Avenue de l'Opéra has been completely deserted by greenery, and it's impossible to find a single tree... Why, then, was nature cast aside overnight in the middle of the 19th century?

Don Carlos at the Opéra Bastille: Verdi's masterpiece

Do you love the music of Verdi? The Opéra Bastille welcomes Don Carlos, one of his masterpieces, from March 29 to April 25, 2025. A grandiose opera combining drama, love and power, staged by Polish director Krzysztof Warlikowski.

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!

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.

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.