Paris is a city of not only the most exquisite cuisine, haute couture and the Champs Elysées , but unique and unique attractions that attract a large number of guests. For connoisseurs and fans of theater culture, there is also an amazing place - the Grand Opera Theater.
History of the Grand Opera Theater in Paris
This theater began its existence in Paris in 1669. Today it is one of the most famous and significant in the world. The history of the building in which the theater is located consists of many interesting events. After Louis XIV officially recognized the opera as an art form, the opera theater began its activity and was called the Royal Academy of Music and Dance. Later on it changed its official name more than once and only by 1871 it got the name known now - the Grand Opera.
The founders of the Grand Opera Theater in Paris were the poet P. Peren and the composer R. Camber. The first production, which the audience could see, took place in 1671. It was a musical tragedy called "Pomona", which had a stunning success. The building of the opera has been repeatedly restored. The first works lasted from 1860 to 1875, periodically had to interrupt the reconstruction of the building because of constant wars. The restoration was finally completed in 2000. The author of this building was a little-known architect of the eclectic era Charles Garnier.
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External and internal decoration of the Grand Opera Theater
The facade of the whole theater is decorated with various single sculptures and compositions, among which are:
- "Dance";
- busts of great composers;
- 53 antique masks by Jean-Baptiste Klagman.
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The roof is also very impressive works of great sculptors:
- gilded groups - "Harmony" and "Poetry";
- "Apollo between Dance and Music" on a gray-green dome.
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The building of the theater includes the following rooms:
- The main staircase - it is lined with marble of various colors, and the ceiling is painted with all sorts of musical artistic images.
- Library-Museum - stores materials relating to the entire history of the opera. In its halls are regularly arranged exhibitions.
- The theatrical foyer is very spacious and beautifully decorated with a mosaic and golden background, so that during the intermission spectators have the opportunity to stroll around the building and admire its beautiful view;
- Theatrical hall is executed in the Italian style and has the form of a horseshoe, its basic colors - red and gold. The highlight of the interior is a huge crystal chandelier that illuminates the entire room. This room can accommodate 1900 spectators.
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What can you see at the Grand Opera Theater?
One of the most beautiful performances are ballet performances of the Grand Opera, they always differ in unsurpassed grace and uniqueness. Here the most famous theatrical groups of the world come to the performances. It should be noted that the Grand Opera has even its own ballet school, which is very popular and famous for talented dancers.
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Where is the Grand Opera?
To get to the Grand Opera, you do not need to know the exact address, since this building is located near the famous cafe de la Paix. You can get to it either by metro or by bus or car.
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You can visit the opera every day from 10 to 17 hours. In Paris tickets for performances in the Grand Opera can be purchased at the ticket office, but this should be done in advance, because The theater is very popular and many people want to get to the performances. Tickets can also be booked online on the official website, which significantly reduces the number of seats for free sale.
Every year the mass of tourists strive to visit France only in order to visit the heart and love of this city - its Grand Opera Theater. Lovers and connoisseurs of art, yes, probably, the most ordinary people, never leave this building without a huge number of positive emotions.