To sacrifice herself to the man she hates in order to save the man she loves: this is the terrible bargain that police chief Scarpia forces opera singer Floria Tosca, in love with painter Mario Cavaradossi, to make. The dilemma is set against the backdrop of Rome's political situation in 1800, with the Republicans' progressive aspirations running counter to monarchical rule.

Inspired by Victorien Sardou's play, La Tosca became one of Giacomo Puccini's most famous operas as of its premiere in 1900, to the point of becoming the very symbol of operatic art.

At the peak of his maturity, the composer delivered a masterly score in which tension reigns from the very first chords. In his staging, dominated by a huge cross, Pierre Audi underlines the implacable hold of the Church which, through its complicity with the powers that be, grinds the characters' destinies to shreds.  

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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.