Synopsis
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La Fille mal gardée recounts the triumph of thwarted love thanks to cunning. This ballet-pantomime, created by Jean Dauberval in July 1789 at the Grand-Théâtre de Bordeaux, has inspired many choreographers throughout history with its childlike universe and its lighthearted vision of the peasant world. In 1960, the English choreographer Frederick Ashton's virtuoso and humorous version set roosters, old ladies and umbrellas dancing. A gallery of irresistible characters perform to the sound of popular songs and opera buffa arias. A fine example of the "ballet d'action" theorised in 1760 by Jean-Georges Noverre, a choreographic genre that emphasises expressiveness, La Fille mal gardée dazzles and entertains thanks to its sheer freshness. Bet it in the farmyard or the cornfield, the hearts of Lise and Colas search for and eventually find each other. In the manner of a musical, the original script, reworked by Ashton, carries us away with its whimsy and smiles.
Duration : 2h05 with 1 interval
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Opening
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First part 65 min
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Intermission 20 min
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Second part 40 min
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End
Artists
- Thursday 14 March 2024 at 19:30
- Friday 15 March 2024 at 19:30
- Saturday 16 March 2024 at 19:30
- Monday 18 March 2024 at 19:30
- Tuesday 19 March 2024 at 19:30
- Wednesday 20 March 2024 at 19:30
- Thursday 21 March 2024 at 19:30
- Sunday 24 March 2024 at 14:30
- Monday 25 March 2024 at 19:30
- Tuesday 26 March 2024 at 19:30
- Wednesday 27 March 2024 at 19:30
- Saturday 30 March 2024 at 19:30
- Sunday 31 March 2024 at 19:30
- Monday 01 April 2024 at 14:30
Ballet in two acts
Choreography after Jean Dauberval
Creative team
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
Cast
Latest update 17 July 2023, cast is likely to change.
The Étoiles, the Premières Danseuses, the Premiers Danseurs and the Paris Opera Corps de Ballet
The Paris Opera Orchestra
Media
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La Fille mal gardée - Frederick Ashton (extrait)
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The Paris Opera Ballet revives "La Fille mal gardée", a masterpiece of the classical repertoire and an international best-seller.
Classic agenda, 2018 -
All [the dancers] have a field day in this celebration of rural life. The euphoria is contagious!
Classic agenda, 2018 -
This ballet is also an entertainment for all audiences, and like in Disney or Pixar movies, provides funny characters intended to make the younger ones smile.
Resmusica, 2018 -
Everything is absolutely delicious, dynamic and brisk, with a rural feel that makes you want to immediately rush to the countryside.
Resmusica, 2018
Access and services
Palais Garnier
Place de l'Opéra
75009 Paris
Public transport
Underground Opéra (lignes 3, 7 et 8), Chaussée d’Antin (lignes 7 et 9), Madeleine (lignes 8 et 14), Auber (RER A)
Bus 20, 21, 27, 29, 32, 45, 52, 66, 68, 95, N15, N16
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Cloakrooms
Free cloakrooms are at your disposal. The comprehensive list of prohibited items is available here.
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Bars
Reservation of drinks and light refreshments for the intervals is possible online up to 24 hours prior to your visit, or at the bars before each performance.
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Restaurant
CoCo is open every day from 12:00 pm to 2:00 am. More information on coco-paris.com or at +33 1 42 68 86 80 (reservations).
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Parking
You can park your car at the Q-Park Edouard VII. It is located at Rue Bruno Coquatrix 75009 Paris (in front of 23 Rue de Caumartin).
At the Palais Garnier, Cat. 6 tickets (very restricted view, with a maximum of two tickets per person) are released for €10 on the day of the performance at the Palais Garnier box office.
At the Palais Garnier and the Opéra Bastille, discounted tickets are released starting 30 minutes before the performance:
- €10, €25 and €35 tickets for under 28s, unemployed people (you will be asked for proof dated three months or less), 65+ senior citizens not subject to tax (you will be asked for proof of non-taxation for the current fiscal year)
- €15, €40 and €70 tickets for 65+ senior citizens
Get samples of the operas and ballets at the Paris Opera gift shops: programmes, books, recordings, and also stationery, jewellery, shirts, homeware and honey from Paris Opera.
Palais Garnier
- Every day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and until performances end
- Get in from Place de l’Opéra or from within the theatre’s public areas
- For more information: +33 1 53 43 03 97
Opéra Bastille
- Open 1h before performances and until performances end
- Get in from within the theatre’s public areas
- For more information: +33 1 40 01 17 82
Online
Palais Garnier
Place de l'Opéra
75009 Paris
Public transport
Underground Opéra (lignes 3, 7 et 8), Chaussée d’Antin (lignes 7 et 9), Madeleine (lignes 8 et 14), Auber (RER A)
Bus 20, 21, 27, 29, 32, 45, 52, 66, 68, 95, N15, N16
Calculate my route-
Cloakrooms
Free cloakrooms are at your disposal. The comprehensive list of prohibited items is available here.
-
Bars
Reservation of drinks and light refreshments for the intervals is possible online up to 24 hours prior to your visit, or at the bars before each performance.
-
Restaurant
CoCo is open every day from 12:00 pm to 2:00 am. More information on coco-paris.com or at +33 1 42 68 86 80 (reservations).
-
Parking
You can park your car at the Q-Park Edouard VII. It is located at Rue Bruno Coquatrix 75009 Paris (in front of 23 Rue de Caumartin).
At the Palais Garnier, Cat. 6 tickets (very restricted view, with a maximum of two tickets per person) are released for €10 on the day of the performance at the Palais Garnier box office.
At the Palais Garnier and the Opéra Bastille, discounted tickets are released starting 30 minutes before the performance:
- €10, €25 and €35 tickets for under 28s, unemployed people (you will be asked for proof dated three months or less), 65+ senior citizens not subject to tax (you will be asked for proof of non-taxation for the current fiscal year)
- €15, €40 and €70 tickets for 65+ senior citizens
Get samples of the operas and ballets at the Paris Opera gift shops: programmes, books, recordings, and also stationery, jewellery, shirts, homeware and honey from Paris Opera.
Palais Garnier
- Every day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and until performances end
- Get in from Place de l’Opéra or from within the theatre’s public areas
- For more information: +33 1 53 43 03 97
Opéra Bastille
- Open 1h before performances and until performances end
- Get in from within the theatre’s public areas
- For more information: +33 1 40 01 17 82
Online
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