Karaoke Party in the Boireau Lounge
This Saturday, from 2 PM to 3 PM, residents of Bordeaux are invited to hit the high notes where the great tunes usually soar. In the Boireau Lounge of the Grand-Théâtre, a unique karaoke event will be hosted by Alexis Duffaure, assistant to the director of the Bordeaux National Opera Choir.
Here, no pop hits, but the most iconic pages of the French lyrical repertoire: excerpts from Carmen, Offenbach's Barcarolle, The Singer from Mexico, and other carefully chosen popular choruses. The audience will decide which pieces to sing along to, all in a friendly and inclusive atmosphere. It's a participatory moment that’s both joyful and accessible, a symbol of a relaxed opera open to all curious souls. See you on May 10 to sing!the opera... head-on and from the heart.
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Everyone at the Opera, Bordeaux is joining in the fun
This karaoke is part of a completely free day, filled with activities for both kids and adults. Starting at 10 AM,Visitors will be able to freely explore the behind-the-scenes of the Grand-Théâtre, attend a commentary concert featuring brass instruments, dance at a participatory Irish ball, and even discover how painted canvases are made in creative workshops accessible from age 3. At 3:30 PM, a public rehearsal combining jazz dance and percussion will wrap up the afternoon.
Supported by the Union of French Operas and organized in collaboration with the Bordeaux Conservatory, this "Melting-pot" day celebrates the diversity of artistic expressions. By highlighting audiences, cultures, and talents, Everyone to the Opera transforms the Bordeaux institution into a vibrant, joyful, and daring community space for one day.
Address: Pl. de la Comédie, 33000 Bordeaux, France
