A conical hat, an acute accent, a smile…
People often compare it to a temple, but if you think the roof of the Opéra de Saint-Étienne looks like a boat, no problem. The people of Saint-Étienne have imagination – they won’t mind. Each season the curtain rises on over 150 performances of opera (its speciality), music or dance. How many opera houses that produce their own shows, sets and costumes do you know? Perched on one of Saint-Étienne’s seven hills, the Opéra does not look down on anyone. On the contrary, it likes to share its enthusiasm. It organises activities for children and musicology conferences with the University of Saint-Étienne. And if you’re feeling peckish, why not try the restaurant, Le Cercle, to taste the chef’s delicious seasonal dishes and maybe spot the Opéra’s singers and musicians at the other tables. So line up in twos, it’s show time!
All the info on how to get there and what’s on the programme: www.stephanois-hors-cadre.fr
