Le Carnaval baroque at the Royal Opera of Versailles

Directed by Cécile Roussat

Royal Opera of Versailles

Until June 22, 2025

Other languages with surtitles

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Le Carnaval baroque at the Royal Opera of Versailles

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Location

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

Duration

1 h 25 min

No intermission

Details

Opera and acrobatics

For all audiences

In Italian with French and English surtitles

Le Carnaval baroque à l'Opéra Royal de Versailles, Paris

HIGHLIGHTS: LE CARNAVAL BAROQUE AT THE ROYAL OPERA OF VERSAILLES

Baroque music, acrobatics, mime and dance... all in one show.
Yes, you read that right... all of this in one single show!

Le Carnaval baroque, at the Royal Opera of Versailles, is a wild celebration of Baroque art and music. Conceived by Cécile Roussat and musically directed by Vincent Dumestre, this show fuses music, theatre, acrobatics and mime.

Almost twenty years ago, Vincent Dumestre created a highly successful first version of the Carnaval Baroque, a burlesque and poetic evocation of a late winter in 17th-century Rome. This new version will enchant you with its rhythm and visual beauty. The costumes by Chantal Rousseau and the set design by François Destors create a particularly festive atmosphere.

Vincent Dumestre and Cécile Roussat have decided to abandon a precise narrative thread in favour of a veritable stroll through Rome, moving from aristocratic banquets to touring theatre, the precursor of circus art. The religious dimension of the carnival is recalled right from the curtain with a candlelit religious procession, sublimated by Christophe Naillet's lighting.

The vocal quartet, directed by Anaïs Bertrand and Igor Bouin, excels in a variety of pieces, from the beautiful solemnity of the “Litania dei Santi” to the lighter arias of Il Fasolo and Monteverdi.

The musical programme, centred on Francesco Manelli known as Il Fasolo, combines carnival music and instrumental scores, enhanced by the real physical performances of eight circus artists.

If you want to have a good time with family and friends, and discover Baroque music without having to sit through two or three hours of opera, this is the perfect show for you.
It's rare to see baroque music combined with performing arts such as circus, mime and acrobatics.
A real moment of sharing and happiness.

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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)

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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 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 Le Carnaval baroque, and present your voucher at the front desk. The Royal Opera of Versailles’s English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats.

How long does the musical show Le Carnaval baroque, last?

The show Le Carnaval baroque at the Royal Opera of Versailles lasts approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes, with no intermission.

Is Le Carnaval baroque for an international audience or French speakers?

For both! The Royal Opera of Versailles has been welcoming audiences from all over the world for many years. The show Le Carnaval baroque features many Baroque arias sung in Italian with English and French surtitles so that all spectators can enjoy the show in the incredible hall of the Royal Opera de Versailles.

Where will I be seated, and will I see the surtitles* properly?

At the Royal Opera of Versailles, the surtitles are projected on both on the sides of the stage and directly above the stage.
*Surtitles (also called supertitles) are the theatre equivalent of subtitles. Funfact: In French “sur” means “above”.

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

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

For Parisian operas and ballets, the dress code tends to be a bit fancier than in other venues, so feel free to have a little fun and dress to impress.

Can I choose my seat when booking?

When purchasing tickets for Le Carnaval baroque, 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 Carnaval baroque 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 cancelled, the pre-charge will disappear, and you will not be charged.