Opéra Palais Garnier
Place de l’Opéra 75009 Paris
Capacity 1900 seats
Tribute to Roland Petit
Location
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Without intermissions
Details
Ballet
Recommended for all ages
Without dialogue
Highlights: Tribute to Roland Petit
To mark the tenth death anniversary of French choreographer Roland Petit, the dancers of the Paris Opera Ballet honor him by performing three of the iconic pieces that helped the choreographer to get international recognition.
They will dance Carmen, Le Jeune Homme et la Mort as well as Le Rendez-vous. Those three ballets reflect the choreographic language of Petit and his incredible talent to tell stories.
To make your experience an unforgettable one, you will be able to choose from a selection of unique add-ons upon booking, such as a private cocktail, or a glass of champagne and exclusive access to the Salon Liebermann. See below for more details.
Story: Tribute to Roland Petit
The dancers of Paris' Opera honor the memory of the choreographer by performing three of his legendary works on the stage of the Opéra Garnier where he took his first steps as a dancer and where he met his muse and companion Zizi Jeanmaire.
Carmen emphasizes the boldness and modernity of Roland Petit's work. The main heroine is a free, sensual, passionate but vulnerable at the same time. The Rendez-Vous brings the choreographer together with Jacques Prévert, Joseph Kosma Picasso and Brassaï. It transports us to a moment of poetry in 1950s Paris. Finally in the sublime Le Jeune Homme et La Mort, on a libretto by Jean Cocteau, the emotions created by dance are emphasized and contradicted by music, which generates tension, violence, and marks a real revolution in the dance world.
Add-Ons & Special Experiences
Looking for more than a standard ticket to the show? To make your experience an unforgettable one, you will be able to choose one of the following upgrated offers at the time of booking:
Private Dinner Cocktail + Champagne + Programme + Show (6 pers. minimum)
This package includes an exclusive private lounge, an assortment of 25 appetisers per person, champagne, wines and soft drinks.
Private Cocktail + Champagne + Programme + Show (6 pers. minimum)
This package includes an exclusive private lounge, an assortment of 10 appetisers per person, champagne and soft drinks.
Champagne + Programme + Exclusive Access to Salon Liebermann + Show
This package is available even after standard sales for the opera are closed. It includes a glass of champagne, a show programme, and exclusive access to the Palais Garnier's beautiful Salon Liebermann, reserved for primary ticket holders. A result of our official partnership with the Friends of Paris Opera Association, the package can only be purchased via the Theatre in Paris box office.
Health Pass Information
From June 15th, 2021, the Opera the Paris is requiring a health path for all audience members from the age of 11 (included).
We invite you to arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the performance, as pass verification is likely to slightly increase access time to venues.
Spectators living in France:
The health pass is in the form of a QR Code, to be imported into the French ‘TousAntiCovid’ mobile application (with the function « scan the QR Code »), or printed from the Ameli.fr French Social Security website.
Access to performances will be authorised if the pass certifies:
- - either complete vaccination
- - or a negative PCR or Antigen test less than 48 hours old,
- - or a positive RT-PCR or antigenic test result confirming recovery from Covid, at least 15 days old and less than six months old.
For more information, you can also visit the French government website: https://www.gouvernement.fr/info-coronavirus/pass-sanitaire
Spectators living outside of France:
You are requested to carry an official health document, pending the implementation of a European system.
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Opéra Palais Garnier
Place de l’Opéra 75009 Paris
Opéra Palais Garnier
One of the most prestigious stages in all of France, the Palais Garnier was constructed between 1860 and 1875, designed by legendary architect Charles Garnier, who was selected among a handful of talented architects in a fierce design competition. The building itself is considered an artful masterpiece, and was one of the most expensive construction projects to come from the Second French Empire under the reign of Napoléon III. The elaborate use of different materials to lend a lavish multicolored facade was typical of many of the works under the rule of Napoléon III, and features sculptures of various figures of Greek mythology. The official inauguration in 1875 was attended by the Mayor of London and Amsterdam, the King Alphonso XII of Spain, and hundreds of members from European high society.
The interior was meticulously designed with intertwining corridors, alcoves and landings to allow for easy movement of large numbers of people; complete with a grand marble staircase and the grand foyer, acting as the drawing room for all of Paris high society and covered in gilded paintings. The auditorium itself is in a traditional Italian horseshoe shape, seating 1900. The stage is the largest in Europe and can accommodate 450 artists, revealed by the opening of the legendary painted curtain. Garnier himself designed the 7-tonne chandelier sparkling above the audience. In 1896, one of the many chandelier counterweights broke free and killed a concierge, the incident that inspired the scenes in the 1910 novel-turned-musical The Phantom of the Opera. The space above the auditorium in the copula dome was once used strictly for cleaning the chandelier, but has since been transformed into a space for opera and dance rehearsals.
The legendary building was initially deemed the Academie Imperiale de Musique, yet with the fall of the Second Empire and the start of the Third Republic, this was aptly changed for the Academie Nationale de Musique, which we see written across the exterior facade to this day. Garnier envisioned his design and the transformation of the surrounding area, and to this day the opulence of the Second Empire lives on in this living monument. The avenue de l'Opéra remains the only large Parisian corridor without trees, as Garnier explicitly prevented Haussmann from adorning the street with trees, arguing that his Palais Garnier was to be the main focus. Palais Garnier became the official name in 1989 with the construction of the Opéra Bastille, and the venue now houses primarily ballets.
Fast facts Capacity: 1979 Handicap Accessible: Yes - in order to guarantee access to specific locations, we ask that you make your reservation at least 15 days before the performance. Air conditioning: Yes Heating: Yes
FAQ
How do I get to the theatre?
The theatre is accessible by the metro station Opéra (Lines 3, 7, 8 and RER A). Our hotline can be reached in case of difficulty finding the theatre weekdays from 10 am to 7pm Paris time. For details, we invite you to consult the map above.
What do I do when I get to the theatre?
We invite you to arrive 20 minutes before the beginning of the show, and present your voucher at the front desk. The theatre's English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats. Please note that the performances at the Palais Garnier begin precisely on time, and all late arrivals will not be permitted to enter the auditorium until intermission.
Is there a coat check available?
Free cloakrooms are available on various floors of the theatre. Travel bags and suitcase are not allowed.
How long does the show last?
The show lasts two hours and thirty minutes without an intermission.
Does the venue have a specific dress code?
For Parisian operas and ballets, the dress tends to be a bit fancier than in other venues, so feel free to have a little fun and dress to impress. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in casual chic attire. Generally, elegant casual wear is required, jackets are recommended for men. Shorts, Bermuda shorts, flip-flops, sportswear and trainers are discouraged.
Can I take photos of the performance?
In order not to disturb the artists on stage, and for the comfort of other guests, you are not permitted to photograph, film or record the performance for the duration of the show. As long as the performance is not currently in session, feel free to take a snapshot of the wonderful venue to remember your night out!
Is it mandatory to tip the ushers?
It is not mandatory to leave a tip. However, openers usually expect a small tip of between $ 2 and $ 5, which you can give when they escort you to your seat.