The Bourgeois Gentleman at the Royal Opera of Versailles - Royal Opera of Versailles

Location

Royal Opera of Versailles
4 avenue de Paris, 78000 Versailles
Capacity 750 seats

Duration

3 h 30 min

With intermission

Details

Theatre

For all audiences

In French

This show is in French!

The theatre piece, The Bourgeois Gentleman (Le Bourgeois gentilhomme) is more suited to a French-speaking audience because it is performed exclusively in French. If you feel like you have a sufficient level of French to follow along—discover French theatre through this lovely piece!

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Highlights: The Bourgeois Gentleman at the Royal Opera of Versailles

When a great composer joins forces with a great literary mind, it's a safe bet that the result will be a true masterpiece.

Such is the case with The Bourgeois Gentleman, a comedy-ballet created by composer Jean-Baptiste Lully and playwright Jean-Baptiste Poquelin (known as Molière) in 1670. This play, which combines music, dance, and theatre, tells the story of Monsieur Jourdain, a rich bourgeois who aspires to become a gentleman in order to win the respect of high society. You are plunged into a veritable social satire that pokes fun at Monsieur Jourdain's vain aspirations and obsession with nobility.

Lully's music accompanies the play throughout, with ballet interludes depicting allegorical and mythological scenes. These dances add a truly visual dimension to the play.
Want to experience the French spirit? Find it in Molière's play at the Opéra Royal de Versailles, with incredible direction by Denis Podalydès (a member of the Comédie-Française) and beautiful costumes by Christian Lacroix. A moment of pure delight.

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Prestige Tickets: Show + Glass of Champagne + Programme
This ticket category includes a glass of champagne, a specially prepared programme of the show, as well as exclusive access to the two best categories in the house.

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Royal Opera of Versailles

4 avenue de Paris, 78000 Versailles

History and Fun Facts about the Royal Opera of Versailles

Categorized as one of the largest performance halls in Europe during its inauguration in 1770 requested by Louis XV, it is presently still admired as one of the grand luxurious stages in Paris due to its lavishing décor composed of early-century design. The ceiling above the room comprises an exquisite form of art, something similar to what you would see in the Sistine Chapel in Rome.

Opéra Royal was no ordinary room, it was prestigious among wealthy individuals who fancied theater. Hosting 1,500 people, only a specific number of guests were invited to view the best shows in Paris at the esteemed Versailles palace. Later, the room was also used as a ballroom and a banquet hall.

After the revolution, the Opéra Royal room was left whole but stripped of its 18th-century embellishment. Altering its original appearance, the room is renovated for official shows such as the opening of the Versailles museum in 1837. Renovated and inaugurated once again in 1957 after the Second World War by orders of architect André Japy, the room undertook a whole new look. In 2009 Opéra Royal opened its doors to spectators from all over the world and began to display an array of enlightened shows such as contemporary dance, ballet recitals, opera, and classical music concerts. Presently it offers more than 100 performances per season in its golden room occupied with ostentatious chandeliers, surrounded by red velvet seating.

Fast facts
Capacity: 750
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Air conditioning: No
Heating: Yes
Coat Check: Yes (free service)

plan d'acces, access map, opera royal de versailles

FAQ

How do I get to the Royal Opera of Versailles?

The Royal Opera of Versailles is accessible by:
RER: Line C (station Versailles Château Rive Gauche), from this station, the castle is a 10-minute walk.
Transilien: Line N (station Versailles Chantiers), line U (station Versailles Chantiers), line L (station Versailles Rive Droite), from this station, the castle is a 25-minute walk.
Address: Place d’Armes, 78000 Paris
You can find a map to guide you to the Royal Opera’s ticket office in the theatre’s "photo" section on this page.
In case of difficulty, our hotline can be reached during our business hours. Please see the footer of this page for our contact details.

What do I do when I get to the Royal Opera of Versailles?

The Royal Opera of Versailles is located within the Château de Versailles. To get there, follow the signs for Entrance B at the top right of the Cour d'Honneur.
We invite you to arrive 20 minutes before the beginning of The Bourgeois Gentleman, and present your ticket at the front desk. The Royal Opera of Versailles’s English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats.

How long does The Bourgeois Gentleman at the Royal Opera of Versailles last?

The Bourgeois Gentleman at the Royal Opera of Versailles lasts between 3 hours and 30 minutes, with intermission.

Is The Bourgeois Gentleman at the Royal Opera of Versailles for an international audience or French speakers?

The theatre piece, The Bourgeois Gentleman is more suited to a French-speaking audience because it is performed exclusively in French. If you feel like you have a sufficient level of French to follow along— feel free to discover French theatre through this lovely piece!

Is there a dress code at the Royal Opera of Versailles?

There is no specific dress code at the Royal Opera of Versailles, but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.

Can I choose my seat when booking?

When purchasing tickets, choose your preferred category and you will be allocated the best available seats in that category!
Please note that tickets of the same category that are booked during the same purchase session, in the same booking order on our website are always assigned side by side. To be sure of this, make sure all of your tickets are in the same category and are included in your shopping cart at the time of purchase.
If there are no available adjacent seating arrangements, our customer service team will contact you before the booking is confirmed.

I bought tickets for Le Bourgeois gentilhomme at the Royal Opera of Versailles and I haven’t received them yet. Is this normal?

Yes, it’s completely normal! Your order will first be created as a pre-booking so that the Royal Opera of Versailles can assign your seat. You may see a pre-payment on your card, but rest assured that we will not charge your card until your reservation has been validated by the Royal Opera of Versailles. Once the reservation is confirmed, you will receive your ticket by email.
Due to the large number of requests that the Royal Opera of Versailles has to manage, this process usually takes two business days, but can take up to six days maximum. After six days if your order has not been validated, it will be canceled, the pre-charge will disappear, and you will not be charged.