Paris Opera Ballet School Production

Paris Opera Ballet School Production at Palais Garnier in 2024, Ballet and Dance
Opéra Palais Garnier

Until April 29, 2025

No dialogue

Location

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

Duration

1 h 35 min

No intermission


Details

Ballet

For all audiences

No dialogue


HIGHLIGHTS: PARIS OPERA BALLET SCHOOL PRODUCTION

That time has come again… dance-lovers, rejoice!

 

As it does every year, the Paris Opera Ballet School returns to the stage of the Palais Garnier to offer you an exceptional dance programme like no other. An amazing viewing experience is on the cards, combining both classical heritage and contemporary creativity. Routines devised by titans of choreography such as Antony Tudor, Auguste Bournonville, and Maurice Béjart, combined with music by Pachelbel, Edvard Helsted, and Mikis Theodorákis, transport the audience into unique artistic worlds, wherein the beauty of movement meets musical expression.

 

We're already looking forward to this unique show!

 

 

See details for our premium option below!

PREMIUM OPTION AND EXPERIENCE AT PALAIS GARNIER

Looking for more than a standard ticket to the show? To make your experience an unforgettable one, you will be able to choose this following upgraded offer at the time of booking:

 

Champagne + Programme + Exclusive Access to Salon Liebermann + Show
Elevate your evening with our exclusive package, available even after standard ticket sales have closed. With this premium option, relish a glass of champagne, receive a show program, and enjoy privileged access to the Palais Garnier's opulent Salon Liebermann — a private space adjoining the Grand Foyer, offering breathtaking views of Place de l’Opéra and Avenue de l'Opéra and exclusively reserved for primary ticket holders.

 

Please note, this special package is exclusively offered through the Theatre in Paris box office, thanks to our official partnership with the Friends of Paris Opera Association. Don't miss the chance to make your opera night truly exceptional.

STORY: PARIS OPERA BALLET SCHOOL PRODUCTION

Beneath the stucco and gold of this legendary hall, students from the Paris Opera Ballet School perform three choreographies showcasing their talent upon the revered stage of the Palais Garnier.

 

The first piece by British choreographer Antony Tudor, entitled Continuo, is accompanied by the spellbinding music of Pachelbel. This choreography draws the dancers into an uninterrupted flow of movements, designed to enthral and bewitch.

 

The show continues with the pas de six and tarantella from the ballet Napoli by Danish choreographer Auguste Bournonville, accompanied by music by Edvard Helsted and Holger. Bournonville wanted to give the dancer the same importance as the ballerina in his ballets, and this certainly translates in his masterful execution of gesture and movement.

 

Finally, the evening concludes with Les sept danses grecques by Maurice Béjart, complete with music by Mikis Theodorakis. For these Greek dances, the choreographer sought to limit his borrowings to authentic Greek steps. The result is a piece that is both classical and modern, wherein Greek folklore is sublimated.

 

Discover this trifecta of excellence for yourself this season!

Reviews

The most prestigious dance school
The Opéra Garnier is an extraordinary monument, and the setting is simply magical. It's a sumptuous palace of dance and music.
pegneul
Dance school show
Saw it for the second time with my children, a magical moment for those who love dance, especially in such a beautiful setting.
Marie-Laure

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 opera house Palais Garnier in the 9th arrondissement of Paris?

The Palais Garnier opera house is accessible by:
Metro: Line 3 (station Opéra), line 7 (station Chaussée d’Antin), line 8 (station Madeleine and Opéra), line 9 (station Chaussée d’Antin)
RER: Line A (station Auber)
Address: Place de l’Opéra, 75009 Paris
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 Palais Garnier opera house?

We invite you to arrive 45 minutes before the beginning of the Paris Opera Ballet School Production, and present your voucher at the front desk. Palais Garnier’s English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats.
The concert hall’s doors close 15 minutes after the start of the performance and reopen at intermission if the performance includes one.
If you arrive within 15 minutes after the start of the performance, you will not be allowed to enter the opera house and will be directed to an area with a television where you can watch the first part of the show. You will be able to return to your seats during the intermission if the performance includes one.

How long does the Paris Opera Ballet School Production last?

The Paris Opera Ballet School Production at the Palais Garnier opera house lasts approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes, with no intermission.

Is Paris Opera Ballet School Production for an international audience or French speakers?

Both! The Palais Garnier opera house welcomes audiences from all over the world! Dance is a universal language, therefore, the Paris Opera Ballet School Production is accessible to anyone from any corner of the world.

Can I choose my seat when booking?

No, unfortunately it is not possible to choose your seat when booking for the Paris Opera Ballet School Production. However, you can choose the category and we will allocate you the best seats in the chosen 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.

 

At the Paris Opera, the seats are assigned in odd numbers or even numbers. Therefore, if your tickets are consecutive odd numbers or even numbers (For example: 1, 3, 5,...), they will be adjacent.

 

You can find the seating plan in the theatre’s "photo" section on this page.

Is there a dress code at the Palais Garnier opera house?

There is no specific dress code at Palais Garnier opera house, but proper attire is appreciated. Feel free to dress to impress and reflect the opulent architecture at Palais Garnier!

What is included with my premium ticket at the Palais Garnier opera house?

The Premium tickets are our most exclusive package and include seating in category Optima, the best category in the house, a programme of the show, a glass of champagne, and exclusive access to the magnificent Salon Liebermann.

 

Your programme: At the Palais Garnier, you may obtain your programme in the main shop as well as at the programme stands located in the entry hall and at the bottom of the prestigious Grand Staircase.
Your glass of champagne: You are welcome to enjoy your complementary glass of champagne either before the performance or during intermission. Champagne will be available at the public bars or in the exclusive Salon Liebermann. The Salon is located on the right-hand side of the Grand Foyer, behind the fireplace.

I bought premium tickets for the Paris Opera Ballet School Production and I haven’t received them yet. Is this normal?

Yes, it’s completely normal! As the premium tickets for the Paris Opera Ballet School Production include exclusive add-ons, your order will first be created as a pre-booking so the Paris Opera can assign your seats and prepare your exclusive package.
You may see a pre-charge on your card but you can rest assured that we will not charge your card until the booking is validated by the Paris Opera. After the tickets are confirmed, you will receive your tickets by email.