Mozart's Die Entführung aus dem Serail

Until December 11, 2023
Location
15 avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris
Capacity 1905 seats
Duration
2 h 50 min
With intermission
Details
Opera
For all audiences
In German with surtitles in French and English
Highlights: Mozart's Die Entführung aus dem Serail
Crafted in 1782, Mozart's Singspiel, presented in three acts, offers a delightful fusion of humor and innovation. In Die Entführung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio), we are immersed in the romantic entanglements of a quartet enamored with Constance and Blonde, namely Belmonte and his loyal servant, Pedrillo. Interestingly, the role of the antagonist is not assigned to the Pasha, but to his formidable steward, the villainous Osmin.
Soprano Albina Shagimuratova embodies the gentle Constance, while tenor Levy Sekgapane assumes the role of the valiant Belmonte. The vocal talents of Blonde, Osmin, and Pedrillo are skillfully portrayed by Florie Valiquette, Sulkhan Jaiani, and Sahy Ratia, respectively. This formidable ensemble is further complemented by the captivating ensemble, Le Concert de la Loge and the Fiat Cantus Choir, under the adept baton of conductor Julien Chauvin.
For those seeking a captivating blend of laughter and emotion, this is your opportunity to see a composition as such at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées.
Story: Mozart's Die Entführung aus dem Serail
The story of Die Entführung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio) takes place in Turkey. The Spanish nobleman Belmonte is trying to save his beloved Constance, who has been kidnapped by the Pasha Selim. With the help of his valet Pedrillo and Constance's maid Blonde, Belmonte breaks into the Pasha's palace and orchestrates their escape. However, Selim is lenient and lets them go. The opera, composed in 1782, combines sublime music, humor, and theatricality. It is regarded as a Mozart masterpiece and, in its time, set a new standard for comic opera.
A superb Turkish delight in the rose and gold setting of the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées. Not to be missed!
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Hosting one of the most lavishing concert halls in all of Paris, Champs- Élysées is the true definition of architectural beauty with its historic foundation. Inaugurated on April 2nd, 1913, the structure is quite large comprising three auditoriums: Théâtre des Champs- Élysées, The Comédie des Champs- Élysées, Studio des Champs- Élysées, and a restaurant. The main theatre which has 1905 seats is Italian styled and originally constructed to host guests visiting the theatre to watch opera shows and concerts. This was the first theatre in Paris to be built completely from reinforced concrete instead of steel.
Over the years the famed theatre has hosted many recognized artists such as the beautiful cabaret dancer Josephine Baker, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Oscar Peterson, Stravinsky, Richard Strauss, and many other entertainers from our cherished olden day era. In 2005 the main room in the theatre was renovated in order to improve the acoustics, it is confirmed that during a show the sounds are very clear, almost as if you were up close to the stage. Théâtre des Champs- Élysées is one of the most frequently visited monuments in Paris, on an annual basis more than 300,000 people attend programs from contemporary dance and ballet recitals to orchestras, operas, and other concerts. Carrying a number of diverse performances of different genres, the theatre attracts audience members of all ages.
Quick facts:
Capacity: 1,905
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Air conditioning: No
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