Opéra Palais Garnier
Place de l’Opéra 75009 Paris
Capacity 1900 seats
Paris Opera Concert Series
Location
Duration
1 hour and 40 minutes
No intermission
Details
Classical concert
Recommended for all ages
No dialogue
Highlights: Paris Opera Concert Series
Welcome to an exquisite series of classical music concerts performed on the stage of the glorious Palais Garnier. From Mozart to Bach, Vivaldi, Rossini and many others, a programme of 13 concerts interpretated by the Paris Opera Orchestra and Choir is scheduled between September and November 2020.
Story: Paris Opera Concert Series
This concert series combines many different performances which vary depending on the date. You may choose between the most famous works by composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Gioacchino Rossini and many more. You may find the program below to choose the concert you like.
Concert Program
Saturday, September 19th at 20:00
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart:
Symphony No. 39, in E flat major, K543
Symphony No. 40, in Sol minor, K550
Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter” in C major, K551
Saturday, September 26th at 17:00
Johann Sebastian Bach:
Suite for the orchestra n ° 3, in Re major, BWV 1068
Brandenburg Concerto No. 1, in Fa major, BWV 1046
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, in Fa major, BWV 1047
Brandenburg Concerto n ° 4, in Sol major, BWV 1049
Saturday, September 26th at 20:00
Johann Sebastian Bach:
Suite for the orchestra n ° 2, in Si minor, BWV 1067
Brandenburg Concerto n ° 3, in Sol major, BWV 1048
Brandenburg Concerto n ° 6, in B flat major, BWV 1051
Brandenburg Concerto n ° 5, in Re major, BWV 1050
Sunday, September 27th at 17:00
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart:
Symphony No. 39, in E flat major, K543
Symphony No. 40, in Sol minor, K550
Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter” in C major, K551
Saturday, October 3rd at 17:00
Johann Sebastian Bach:
Suite for the orchestra n ° 3, in Re major, BWV 1068
Brandenburg Concerto n ° 1, in Fa major, BWV 1046
Brandenburg Concerto n ° 2, in Fa major, BWV 1047
Brandenburg Concerto n ° 4, in Sol major , BWV 1049
Saturday, October 3rd at 20:00
Johann Sebastian Bach:
Suite for the orchestra n ° 2, in Si minor, BWV 1067
Brandenburg Concerto n ° 3, in Sol major, BWV 1048
Brandenburg Concerto n ° 6, in B flat major, BWV 1051
Brandenburg Concerto n ° 5, in Re major, BWV 1050
Sunday, October 4th at 17:00
Antonio Vivaldi:
Concerto for 2 Trumpets, RV 537
Concerto for bassoon, strings and harpsichord, RV 484
Concerto for oboe, strings and harpsichord, RV 463
The Four Seasons (Le quattro stagioni), op. 8
Saturday, October 10th at 20:00
Gioacchino Rossini:
Small Solemn Mass
Sunday, October 11th at 17:00
Gioacchino Rossini:
Small Solemn Mass
Saturday, October 17th at 17:00
Johannes Brahms / Franz Schubert:
Recital by the Paris Opera Choirs
Saturday, October 24th at 20:00
Johannes Brahms:
Vier Gesänge, op. 17, for female choir, two horns and harp
Liebeslieder Walzer, op. 52 for vocal quartet and piano four hands
Gabriel Fauré:
Requiem, op. 48
Sunday, October 25th at 17:00
Johannes Brahms:
Vier Gesänge, op. 17, for female choir, two horns and harp
Liebeslieder Walzer, op. 52 for vocal quartet and piano four hands
Gabriel Fauré:
Requiem, op. 48
Saturday, November 7th at 17:00
Johannes Brahms / Franz Schubert:
Recital by the Paris Opera Choirs
Covid-19 Information
Specific measures and obligations may apply to this show. Before making your reservation, please check the updated information on our Covid-19 page: https://www.theatreinparis.com/en/page/covid-19
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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 venue?
The Palais Garnier is accessible by the metro station Opéra (Lines 3, 7, 8) and Auber (RER Line A). Our hotline can be reached in case of difficulty finding the venue 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 venue?
We invite you to arrive 30 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.
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 a show for travellers or French people?
Both! The Palais Garnier has been welcoming audiences from all over the world for close to 150 years. This concert series does not include any dialogs.
Is there a dress code?
There is no particular dress code. However, we do request that you dress suitably. On gala evenings, a dark suit is suggested for gentlemen and a dress for ladies.