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LA DAME AUX CAMELIA
LA DAME AUX CAMELIA
theater tickets
Opera Garnier
Booking from
Mon, 23rd June 2008
Booking to
Sat, 12th July 2008
Choreographer and director Libor Vaculík, based on the immortal novel by Alexander Dumas Jr. and applying the principles of neo-classical dance technique, tells the story of the famous Paris courtesan Marguerite, who appeared in society adorned with a delicate camellia flower and was therefore she was nicknamed the “Lady of the Camellias”. She was worshiped by men but she chose to adapt her own emotional life to their volatile interests. It was not until she met Armand that she learned real love. The musical score is based upon the best known melodies from the famous opera by G. Verdi La traviata, adapted for the ballet by Sergey Onsoff.
A model for many auditoriums around the world, this fine piece of design was constructed in the time of Napoleon III as part of Haussmann's city development scheme, Charles Garnier submitted the winning design for the Palais and construction lasted from 1860 to 1875. Major refurbishment has since been undertaken to restore the sumptuousness of the Palais, a style that was typical of the Second Empire. Le Groupe de la Danse de Carpeaux, the marble Grand Staircase, the red and gold auditorium, the ceiling by Chagall and an 8 tonne crystal chandelier – all these components are all designed for a heightened appreciation of performance and illusion. Home to the world famous Ballet de l'Opera, Opéra Garnier presents an extensive repertoire of contemporary music and dance in addition to the popular classical pieces.
Travel InfoMétro: Opéra RER station: Auber Bus: 20, 21, 22, 27, 29, 31, 39, 42, 52, 53, 66, 68, 81, 95 |
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