Paris Opera reopens for live performances from 15 December

Paris Opera has announced that live opera and ballet will be back in the French capital from 15 December. Audiences will be able to book for  live performances at the modern Opéra Bastille, with its large auditorium that suits social-distancing. Meanwhile, visits will be allowed to the historic Opéra Garnier, the iconic symbol of opera in Paris.

A statement from the company's boss reads: 

'In has In line with the decisions announced by the President of the Republic on 24 November, the Paris Opera is delighted to be preparing to reopen its theatres to the public as of Tuesday 15 December.

Several productions will be presented in December: La Bayadère, La Traviata and Carmen at the Opéra Bastille, and, at the Palais Garnier, the Ballet School's production Classes en scène, concerts by the Academy and Les Arts Florissants as well as a recital by Julie Fuchs.

In addition Palais Garnier will once again be able to welcome visitors from the same date onwards.

We will provide you as soon as possible with all relevant practical information concerning performances and visits: dates, times, booking procedures.
The artists and all the Paris Opera's teams have been hard at work over the past few weeks to be able to welcome you back in optimal artistic and health-safety conditions.

I look forward to seeing you in our theatres as of 15 December.
I would like to thank you for your continued support and loyalty.

Alexander Neef
Managing Director