Rudolf Nureyev

Rudolf Nureyev
Opéra Palais Garnier

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Location

Opéra Palais Garnier
Place de l’Opéra 75009 Paris
Capacity 1900 seats

Duration

1 hour and 40 minutes

No intermission


Details

Ballet

Recommended for all ages

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Highlights: Rudolf Nureyev

Regarded by many as the greatest male ballet dancer of his generation, Rudolf Nureyev was also a talented choreographer. As a tribute to his exceptional career, the Paris Opera Ballet best dancers will perform eight solo and duo pieces from Rudolf Nureyev's most famous ballets, such as Romeo and Juliet, The Sleeping Beauty, or Swan Lake.

Story: Rudolf Nureyev

The legendary choreographer Rudolf Nureyev was a director of the Paris Opera Ballet from 1983 to 1989. Even nowadays, his innovative vision and style inspires many choreographers and dancers all over the world. The Paris Opera Ballet's Étoiles and Premiers Danseurs will perform solos and pas de deux from Rudolf Nureyev's greatest ballets: The Sleeping Beauty, Romeo and Juliet, The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, Cinderella, Manfred and Don Quixote. The orchestra will definitely impress you with the exquisite music of Serguei Prokofiev, Piotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky and Ludwig Minkus. It is impossible to find a better opportunity to deepen your knowledge of classical ballet and enrich your day with such a beautiful cultural experience.

 

Program

Nutcracker

Music: Piotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky
Clara: Dorothy Gilbert
Drosselmeyer: Paul Mark

 

Cinderella

Music: Serguei Prokofiev
Cinderella: Alice Renavand
The Featured Actor: Florian Magnenet

 

Romeo and Juliet

Music: Serguei Prokofiev
Juliette: Myriam Ould-Braham
Romeo: Mathias Heymann

 

Nutcracker

Music: Piotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky
Clara: Dorothy Gilbert
Drosselmeyer / The Prince: Paul Mark

 

Don Quixote

Music: Ludwig Minkus
Kitri: Valentine Colasante
Basilio: Francesco Mura, Arthus Raveau

 

Swan Lake

Music: Piotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky
Odette / Odile: Amandine Albisson
The prince: Audric Bezard

 

Manfred

Music: Piotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky
Manfred: Mathias Heymann, Francesco Mura

 

The Sleeping Beauty

Music: Piotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky
Female Soloist: Léonore Baulac
Male Soloist: Germain Louvet

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Opéra Palais Garnier

Place de l’Opéra 75009 Paris

History and Fun Facts about the 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 Impériale 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: 1,979
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
Coat Check: Yes (free service)

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.