Enter the heart of creation and discover the artists at work!

The Paris National Opera offers Arop members the privilege of observing the work of the artists and the genesis of a production at different times: work sessions, pre-dress rehearsals and dress rehearsals.

LA CENERENTOLA

Once upon a time, there was... the story of Cinderella. But a Cinderella without fairies, pumpkins or glass slippers. Gioacchino Rossini’s opera, based on a libretto by Jacopo Ferretti, is a far cry from Charles Perrault’s version!

Although stripped of supernatural elements, this work, created in 1817 for the Carnival of Rome, nonetheless delivers its store of magic. That of a sparkling score with irresistible tunes that Rossini composed in just 24 days, topping off this tour de force with a blend of virtuoso comedy and tender melancholy.

Director Guillaume Gallienne places the characters on the edge of a volcano ready to erupt, delicately underlining the halftones of this multi-faceted score.

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Access requirements:

• Absolute discretion so that the artists do not feel the presence of an audience.

• It is forbidden to leave the room during the rehearsal.

• No photography or filming and no applause.

• In case of delay, entry are allowed only during the break.

Any person who does not respect these rules may be refused access to the rehearsals. Work sessions last approximately 3 hours with a 30-minute break for operas and 20 minutes for ballets.

Cancellation policy:

• These sessions may be interrupted or closed to the public at any time for technical or artistic reasons.

• If they are cancelled, the Arop cannot be held responsible for rescheduling your seat.

• In case of withdrawal, please inform us as soon as possible so that members on a waiting list can benefit from the available seats.

• Any cancellation on your part for a rehearsal (work session, pre-general and general), less than 2 working days before the date of the event, will be deducted from the number of places allocated per season.

Booking procedure:

The assignment of rehearsal seats is done by membership level: Founding Patron members have priority over Patron members, who have priority over Benefactor members, who have priority over Donor members, who have priority over Friend members.