“Manon is a beautiful sixteen-year-old girl who loves life and cannot resist fleeting pleasures. She is charming, but amoral.” This is how choreographer Kenneth MacMillan described the heroine of his ballet Manon, inspired by abbé Prévost’s famous novel. Premiered in 1974 at the Royal Opera House, this sweeping tragic fresco, which entered the Paris Opera’s repertoire in 1990, showcases the British choreographer’s psychological acuity, his mastery of narrative ballet and his innate sense of theatre. Nicholas Georgiadis’ sumptuous sets and costumes and the dancers’ purity of movement, highlight the contrast between Manon’s modest origins and the glittering world she longs for. Set to selected passages from music by Jules Massenet, the passion between Manon and Des Grieux unfolds with overwhelming intensity, from the small inn near Paris to the swamps of Louisiana.

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“Manon is a beautiful sixteen-year-old girl who loves life and cannot resist fleeting pleasures. She is charming, but amoral.” This is how choreographer Kenneth MacMillan described the heroine of his ballet Manon, inspired by abbé Prévost’s famous no

Kenneth MacMillan

L'Histoire de Manon (2026)

Three colours, three moods, three registers. And yet Puccini conceived this triptych as a whole from the outset. He interweaves these three one-act operas, from Il Tabarro, a drama of passion set on the quays of the Seine in the early 20th century, to Gianni Schicchi, a burlesque farce set in medieval Florence, and Suor Angelica, a mystical tragedy set in a 17th-century convent.Director Christof Loy, making his Paris Opera debut, places these works in an unusual order, progressing from comedy to drama. The Paris Opera Orchestra and Chorus A coproduction with the Salzburger Festspiele

<h3>Gianni Schicchi</h3>Buoso Donati: A recently deceased notable Gianni Schicchi: A so-called legal expert Lauretta: Gianni Schicchi’s daughter Zita: Buoso Donati’s cousin Rinuccio: Zita’s nephew and Lauretta’s fiancé

<h3>Il Tabarro</h3>Michele: A barge owner Giorgetta: Michele’s wife Luigi: Michele’s employee and Giorgetta’s lover

<h3>Suor Angelica</h3>Suor Angelica: A young woman confined in a convent La Zia Principessa: Suor Angelica’s aunt

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Three colours, three moods, three registers. And yet Puccini conceived this triptych as a whole from the outset. He interweaves these three one-act operas, from Il Tabarro, a drama of passion set on the quays of the Seine in the early 20th century, t

Giacomo Puccini

This programme entitled Contrasts opens with two pieces by Trisha Brown. O złożony / O composite, created in 2004 for the Paris Opera Ballet, was an opportunity for the Company to experiment with “post-modern dance”. With this season’s addition to the repertoire of If you couldn’t see me, a solo danced back to the audience, the Opera is reinforcing its link with the emblematic New York avant‑garde choreographer, who died in 2017. In Anima Animus, British choreographer David Dawson not only explores the masculine and the feminine, but also plays on the contrasts between technical virtuosity and lyrical poetry whilst employing classical vocabulary. Finally, Imre and Marne van Opstal, brother and sister from the Netherlands, present their first work for the Paris Opera: Drift Wood. The symbol of driftwood, representing resilience, adaptability and abandonment, also reminds us of the beauty of nature and the passage of time.

"Anima Animus" by David Dawson (Germain Louvet, Bleuenn Battistoni, Paul Marque)

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This programme entitled Contrasts opens with two pieces by Trisha Brown. O złożony / O composite, created in 2004 for the Paris Opera Ballet, was an opportunity for the Company to experiment with “post-modern dance”.With this season’s addition to the

Trisha Brown / David Dawson / Imre, Marne van Opstal

Mayerling is the name of the hunting lodge in which the heir to the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Rudolf, was found dead in 1889. Why did the son of Emperor Franz Joseph and Elisabeth (the famous Sissi) commit suicide in the company of his mistress, the young Mary Vetsera? Kenneth MacMillan’s ballet inspired by this mystery‑shrouded historic event was first performed in London in 1978 and entered the Paris Opera’s repertoire in 2022. Plagued by addictions and suicidal thoughts, a tormented character buffeted by history, Rudolf provides an opportunity for the choreographer to develop themes dear to him. Set to feverish music by Franz Liszt, Mayerling unfolds an immensely theatrical neo-classical choreography. Grandiose scenes are interwoven with intimate scenes in sumptuous costumes whose autumnal hues reflect the decline of a world destined to disappear.

Rudolf: Heir to the Austrian crown Mary Vetsera: Daughter of Baroness Helena Vetsera, Rudolf’s lover Mary Larisch: Countess, Rudolf’s former lover and chaperone of Mary Vetsera Stephanie: Princess, Rudolf’s wife Franz Josef: Emperor of Austria, Rudolf’s father Elisabeth: Empress of Austria, Rudolf’s mother Mitzi Caspar: Rudolf’s mistress Bratfisch: Rudolf’s coachman and friend Bay Middleton: Colonel, Empress’s lover

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Brigands in search of a new exploit, a Spanish delegation, a massive heist, a not-so-honest cashier, carabinieri who always arrive too late: the ingredients, disguises, twists and turns in Offenbach’s opéra‑bouffe, first performed in 1869 at the Théâtre des Variétés, are so abundant that they make the story utterly extravagant. But little matter ! Set to Meilhac and Halévy’s vivacious libretto, the composer of La Belle Hélène serves up a hilarious little gem, all the while mocking the financial circles of the Second Empire. Absent from the Paris Opera for over thirty years, Les Brigands takes the Palais Garnier for the first time by storm in a new production directed by Barrie Kosky. This aficionado of Offenbach’s music, who sees in this zany comedy a kinship with Dadaism, recreates the rhythm and folly of a joyously amoral society.

THE BRIGANDS Falsacappa : chief of the band Fiorella : his daughter, mastermind and muse of the group Pietro : Falsacappa’s right-hand man Fragoletto : Fiorella’s suitor and aspiring brigand Carmagnola, Domino, Barbavano, Zerlina, Fiammetta, Bianca, Cicinella, Sangrietta, Tortilla, Burratina, Castagnetta, Pizzaiolo, Flamenco, Zucchini,Siestasubito and other brigands with shifting identities The Captain of the Carabinieri and his men always late and/or drunkAT THE HOTEL Pipo: the manager Pipa: his wife Pipetta: his daughter Kitchen staff, waiters and waitressesTHE SPANIARDS The Princess of Granada Adolphe her page The tutor The Count of Gloria-Cassis Aristocrats of the court THE ITALIANS The Prince of Mantua The Baron of Campotasso The Budget Minister sometimes called “the Treasurer” The Marchioness The Duchess Ladies and Gentlemen of the court Clergy

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Brigands in search of a new exploit, a Spanish delegation, a massive heist, a not-so-honest cashier, carabinieri who always arrive too late: the ingredients, disguises, twists and turns in Offenbach’s opéra‑bouffe, first performed in 1869 at the Théâ

Jacques Offenbach

Entitled Roots, this programme explores those of George Balanchine who, in Theme and Variations, created in 1947 in New York, adopted Tchaikovsky’s music to pay homage to the Russian academic tradition that nurtured him. Christopher Wheeldon, for his part, draws on the heritage of ancient Greece for his ballet Corybantic Games, making its repertoire debut at the Opera. The title refers as much to the frenzy that characterised the conducting style of Leonard Bernstein – whose music informs the piece – as it does to the Corybantes, the priests of the goddess Cybele with their martial dances. Finally, Rhapsodies enters the repertoire to George Gershwin’s score. In his piece, Cape Town-born choreographer Mthuthuzeli November evokes both urban energy and his African origins.

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Entitled Roots, this programme explores those of George Balanchine who, in Theme and Variations, created in 1947 in New York, adopted Tchaikovsky’s music to pay homage to the Russian academic tradition that nurtured him.Christopher Wheeldon, for his 

George Balanchine / Mthuthuzeli‎ November / Christopher‎ Wheeldon

The documentary series directed by Jean-Luc Perréard comprises 7 episodes, all available on POP.A tour in Japan is announced, while the young dancers wait to find out if they will be participating. The technicians begin to prepare the sets and costumes. For the Étoiles Myriam Ould-Braham and Mathieu Ganio, this will be their last tour. This documentary is supported by Lexus, Sponsor of POP's innovative content, the Fondation Orange, Sponsor of the Paris Opera's audiovisual broadcasts, and the POP Circle, Major donors of the Paris Opera's audiovisual projects.

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The documentary series directed by Jean-Luc Perréard comprises 7 episodes, all available on POP. A tour in Japan is announced, while the young dancers wait to find out if they will be participating. The technicians begin to prepare the sets and costu

Épisode 1 - Who is coming

In July 2024, eighteen young dancers from around the world were selected through the Paris Opera Ballet company's external entrance competition. They make up the inaugural class of the Junior Ballet, a new and ambitious company.
For these artists, aged between seventeen and twenty-three, joining the Paris Opera is a dream come true and marks the beginning of a two-year journey.
Director : Anne-Solen Douguet
This documentary was made possible with the support of the Orange Foundation, sponsor of the Paris Opera’s audiovisual broadcasts, the Cercle POP, sponsors of the Paris Opera's audiovisual and digital projects, and Lexus, partner of POP’s original productions. The Junior Ballet benefits from the exceptional support of CHANEL.© Opéra national de Paris - 2025

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In July 2024, eighteen young dancers from around the world were selected through the Paris Opera Ballet company's external entrance competition. They make up the inaugural class of the Junior Ballet, a new and ambitious company. 
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At the Paris Opera, dancer Chun Wing Lam traces his journey from Hong Kong to the stage, asking: What truly belongs to him?

In this lyrical short documentary, Chun Wing Lam reflects on identity, sacrifice, and artistry. Shot with haunting simplicity, “What Belongs to You” reveals how every gesture onstage is shaped by personal history and quiet longing.CASTChun-Wing Lam as himself Charlton Chan - Young Chun-Wing Lam Yin King Law as herself Kim Ping Lam as himself Dancers - Emilia Sambor , Félicie Cunat PRODUCERSHarrison GarretClément De Hollogne Director of photographySérei Ouk EditorHarrison Garret Music score and Sound designHugo Dubery (Le Ministère Studio)Philippe Galtier (Le Ministère Studio) Color GradingThomas Martin PARIS PRODUCTIONAssistant Director - Johann JusteSteadicam - Carl Patisson1st AC - Alizée DebarryGaffer - Fleur ChampanhetProduction manager - Julien KersaudyProduction Assistant - Alma TeschnerCatering & PA - Quitterie Michele HONG KONG PRODUCTIONExecutive Producer - Wong Ying YingProduction Manager - Raymond SinProduction Assistant - Fat ChauSteadicam Operator - Christopher Tang1st AC - Stone LamGrip - Maneejan AtsadawuthLighting - Louis Leung Jean M Wong School of BalletLiat Chen - Director Special thanksRichard ChevallierJean-Yves KacedLiat Chen

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At the Paris Opera, dancer Chun Wing Lam traces his journey from Hong Kong to the stage, asking: What truly belongs to him? 

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Chun Wing Lam

The ultimate romantic ballet, Giselle marked the apogee of a new aesthetic that saw diaphanous tutus, white gauze, tulle and tarlatan take over the stage. The Willis bring the illusion of immateriality to this ghostly transfiguration of a tragedy.First performed at the Académie royale de Musique on June 28, 1841, the ballet travelled to Russia, then temporarily disappeared from the repertoire before finally returning to France in 1910. Today’s version by Patrice Bart and Eugene Polyakov – which closely follows Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot’s original choreography – continues to reaffirm the ballet’s early success.Bright, earthly scenes and spectral, nocturnal visions: dance becomes the language of the soul and the ballerina’s ethereal presence seems to defy gravity. <hr>The Étoiles, the Premiers Danseurs and the Paris Opera Corps de Ballet The Pasdeloup OrchestraA coproduction Opéra national de Paris, François Roussillon et Associés With the participation of France Télévisions and TF1, the support of the Orange Foundation, patron of the audiovisual retransmissions of the Opéra National de Paris and the Centre National du Cinéma et de l'Image Animée.Director: François Roussillon © Opéra national de Paris – François Roussillon et Associés -2020Picture: © Svetlana Loboff / OnP

<ul><li>Giselle: A young peasant girl. She falls in love with Loys, who turns out to be Duke Albrecht. Consumed by madness, she dies of a broken heart at the end of Act I.</li><li>Albrecht: Duke of Silesia. Already betrothed to Princess Bathilde, he seduces Giselle during the harvest season.</li><li>Myrtha: Queen of the Wilis, spirits of young maidens who have died before their wedding day. At night, they lure men into a deadly dance.</li><li>Hilarion: The village gamekeeper who is in love with Giselle. He reveals Albrecht’s true identity then dies, punished by the Wilis.</li></ul>

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Jewels in Ballet with Les Néréides

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The ultimate romantic ballet, Giselle marked the apogee of a new aesthetic that saw diaphanous tutus, white gauze, tulle and tarlatan take over the stage. The Willis bring the illusion of immateriality to this ghostly transfiguration of a tragedy.  F

Jean Coralli, Jules Perrot

“When I recreate a ballet, I search for the fragrance of the period”, said dancer and choreographer Pierre Lacotte, who died in 2023. In Paquita, that perfume is the heady scent of Spain, mixed with elegant French fragrances.In the Valley of the Bulls, near Saragossa occupied by Napoleon’s armies, Paquita, a young gypsy girl, refuses the advances of an aristocrat, Lucien d’Hervilly, because of her modest condition. But when she saves him from a plot hatched by the Spanish governor, she discovers that her origins are far nobler than she thought… Pierre Lacotte, a lover of the Romantic repertoire, reconstructed Joseph Mazilier’s ballet in 2001. The work had enchanted Théophile Gautier when it premiered at the Paris Opera in 1846 but gradually fell into oblivion despite Marius Petipa’s new version in 1882. With its sumptuous sets and costumes, his Paquita portrays a picturesque Spain combining mime and characterful dances with dazzingly vivacious virtuoso technique.

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“When I recreate a ballet, I search for the fragrance of the period”, said dancer and choreographer Pierre Lacotte, who died in 2023. In Paquita, that perfume is the heady scent of Spain, mixed with elegant French fragrances. In the Valley of the Bul