Opéra de Montréal

An art rich in its many forms

Let yourself be captivated by international and local creations

From comic operas to baroque works, with rock and classical influences, the Opéra de Montréal presents a lively and dynamic art form through large-scale performances.

A masterful discipline combining singing, dance, theatre and music, it is presented in French in the stunning Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, providing the ideal environment to forge a unique connection with the audience.

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  • Opera • Italian verismo

    La Bohème | Puccini

    May 10 to 20, 2025
    5 performances
    Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier

    The illustrious filmmaker Baz Luhrmann once said that La Bohème was the greatest love story ever sung. It is certainly a favourite of the repertoire.

Opera, an art form that brings people together

Founded in 1980, the Opéra de Montréal has established itself as the biggest Francophone opera house in North America. Through a variety of creations and a rich programming over the years, it aims to share the appreciation of this art form with as many people as possible.

Since its inception, the Opéra de Montréal has presented over 1,000 performances within the walls of Place des Arts, drawn from a repertoire of more than 100 different operas. Among its productions are several adaptations of internationally recognized works, as well as numerous original productions.

Unique stagings that have left a lasting impression on audiences include works such as: Nelligan by André Gagnon (libretto by Michel Tremblay); Thérèse Raquin by Tobias Picker (libretto by Gene Scheer); Les Feluettes by Kevin March (libretto by Michel Marc Bouchard); and Another Brick in the Wall – The Opera (lyrics by Roger Waters; music by Julien Bilodeau).

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