Massenet is the composer who did the most to establish the Opéra-Comique as a major performing arts center. Paradoxically, his adaptation of Goethe's first novel was rejected by the director at the time, who preferred to offer his bourgeois audiences happy love stories. The Viennese triumph of Werther quickly opened the doors to our institution, where it has become one of the most performed titles.

Werther

National Theatre of the Opera Comique

Offer your child (0-3 years) their first magical musical experience! A concert where the voices of the Académie's artists gently cradle you in a tender and all-encompassing atmosphere of shared intimacy with your little ones.

Paul-Louis Barlet

Events

Upcoming events

Jan 24 - May 23, 2027

Baby choir · Opéra Comique

Past events

19 - 29 Jan, 2026

Werther · Opéra Comique

Future and recently performed repertoire

Brühlmann in Werther by Massenet

Opéra Comique

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