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A Vibrant Opera Season: From Classics to Contemporary Revelations
As spring blossoms in Clermont-Ferrand, the city becomes a hub of rich operatic experiences. From the exquisite reunion of Natalie Dessay and Philippe Cassard to the whimsical My Little Operas, the array of events offers something for every opera enthusiast. Highlights also include the grand Tosca performance, the prestigious 28th International Opera Singing Competition, and inventive new works like Sophie Lacaze's chamber opera inspired by Aboriginal culture. Join us as we delve into a world where music and storytelling transcend borders, resonating with audiences of all ages.
Feb 27, 2025
Share1. Natalie Dessay & Philippe Cassard
The immense Natalie Dessay reunites on the stage of the Opéra-Théâtre with her long-time accomplice, Philippe Cassard , for a musical program that will take us from France to America.
Mar 21, 2025
Clermont Auvergne Opéra
Clermont-Ferrand · Clermont-Ferrand Opera-Theater
2. My Little Operas
Step into an opera box with stealth and open your little ears wide. The singer Aria Di Tralala is getting ready to give her concert and is warming up her voice. When she notices that children have slipped into her box, the Diva offers them a recital just for them through excerpts from the greatest opera arias. Vibrate with Aria for a first initiation to Lyrical Art, which will also be an opportunity for the older ones to (re)discover classics from the repertoire.
Mar 26, 2025
Clermont Auvergne Opéra
Clermont-Ferrand · Clermont-Ferrand Opera-Theater
3. Tosca
In partnership with the Vichy Opera, Clermont Auvergne Opéra allows you to attend Puccini's masterpiece by giving you a €10 reduction on the price of the ticket and by providing you with a free shuttle from Clermont-Ferrand.
Mar 30, 2025
Clermont Auvergne Opéra
Vichy Opera House
4. 28th Clermont-Ferrand International Opera Singing Competition
The 28th edition of Clermont-Ferrand International Opera Singing Competition will feature Purcell’s only opera, Dido and Æneas, with support from the baroque ensemble Les Surprises, Handel’s most famous oratorio, Der Messias, adapted into German by Mozart, a new production by Limoges Opera, and a Piano – Vocal Duo based on lieder and French melodies, whose performers will get, in particular, a residency at the Royaumont Foundation.
Apr 8, 2025
Clermont Auvergne Opéra
Clermont-Ferrand · Opéra-Théâtre Clermont-Ferrand
5. 28th Clermont-Ferrand International Singing Competition
Since its creation in 1985 by tenor Bernard Plantey, the Clermont-Ferrand International Singing Competition has established itself as an unmissable event in the operatic landscape.
8 - 12 Apr, 2025
Clermont Auvergne Opéra
Clermont-Ferrand · Clermont-Ferrand Opera-Theater
6. The Inexhaustible Fabric of Dreams
Sophie Lacaze unveils her latest chamber opera inspired by the culture of the Australian Aborigines. A true ode to nature and the suffering world around us, The Inexhaustible Fabric of Dreams features a Western artist immersed in a legend from the Dreamtime about the creation of the world. This genesis accomplished, the gods of the Milky Way are stunned when looking at the Earth: they would never have thought that such beauty could exist. But when the artist wakes up, the Earth is not, is no longer as in her dream.
Apr 17, 2025
Clermont Auvergne Opéra
Clermont-Ferrand · Clermont-Ferrand Opera-Theater
7. All to the Opera
The ambition of this national event is to introduce opera houses and lyrical art. How? By attending rehearsals of shows, discovering the backstage or participating in workshops, conferences or meetings with artists, technicians. So many proposals offered to all that are the opportunity to better know the activities and professions of the opera.
May 10, 2025
Clermont Auvergne Opéra
Clermont-Ferrand · Clermont-Ferrand Opera-Theater
8. Acis & Galatea
A long time ago, in Sicily... Galatea was a sea nymph, a Nereid, who lived on the island inhabited by the Cyclops Polyphemus, son of Poseidon, who was deeply in love with her. But Galatea loved the young shepherd Acis, son of Pan. The jealous Cyclops Polyphemus crushes Acis under a rock. Fortunately, sea nymphs have special powers and Acis is granted immortality, transformed by Galatea into a gushing fountain.
May 13, 2025
Clermont Auvergne Opéra
Clermont-Ferrand · Clermont-Ferrand Opera-Theater
9. Rolling strokes
Like a dog in a bowling game, or rather like a Puy-de-Dôme official on a boat. While going to inspect a warship, a high commissioner, accompanied by his daughter, does not suspect that the rolling caused by his presence will upset hearts: his daughter is pining for two sailors and her father is infatuated with an actress.
May 25, 2025
Clermont Auvergne Opéra
Clermont-Ferrand · Clermont-Ferrand Opera-Theater
10. Opera Seeds A pear tree told me
It's not easy, a pear tree's life! Things happen in this little corner of Normandy! Here, no superheroes or princesses, but a mischievous old pear tree, his poet neighbor and a few children on vacation!
Jun 14, 2025
Clermont Auvergne Opéra
Clermont-Ferrand · Clermont-Ferrand Opera-Theater
Conclusion
This vibrant opera season in Clermont-Ferrand not only offers a rich tapestry of performances but also fosters a deeper connection between the arts and the community. With each event, from classical revivals to innovative new works, audiences are invited to explore diverse musical landscapes and stories. As the season unfolds, it becomes evident that opera is not merely a performance but a shared journey that resonates long after the curtain falls. Whether you're a lifelong aficionado or a curious newcomer, Clermont Auvergne Opéra's offerings promise memorable experiences that celebrate the enduring power of music and storytelling.
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