Synopsis
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A pool filled with green balls, giant cubes suspended from the ceiling, balloon games and breathtaking chases… In Play, Alexander Ekman addresses adults and wonders what we do with our childhood games.
With a set design as impressive as it is offbeat, dreamlike scenes punctuated by Mikael Karlsson’s jazzy music and a whimsical approach that thumbs its nose at the seriousness of adulthood, the Swedish choreographer’s work is playful and transgressive.
Since its 2017 premiere at the Palais Garnier by the Paris Opera Ballet, this ballet for forty dancers has won huge acclaim from audiences, seduced by the imagination and infectious energy of a piece that revives our childhood joys.
Duration : 1h55 with 1 interval
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Opening
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First part 45 min
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Intermission 20 min
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Second part 50 min
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End
Artists
Creative team
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Alexander Ekman Choreography -
Mikael Karlsson Music -
Alexander Ekman Set design and Costume design -
Xavier Ronze Costume design -
Tom Visser Lighting design -
T. M. Rives Video -
Calesta "Callie" Day Singer
With the Paris Opera Étoiles, Premières Danseuses, Premiers Danseurs and Corps de Ballet
Live music
Media
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Play (saison 17/18) © Ann Ray / OnP
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Play (saison 17/18) © Ann Ray / OnP
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Play (saison 17/18) - Alexander Ekman et Simon Le Borgne © Ann Ray / OnP
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Play (saison 17/18) © Ann Ray / OnP
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Play (saison 17/18) - Alexander Ekman, Marion Barbeau et Simon Le Borgne © Ann Ray / OnP
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Play (saison 17/18) - Alexander Ekman et Caroline Osmont © Ann Ray / OnP
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Let's return to this playground for big kids, where burlesque - gently - mocks the classic in a wholesome show.
Les Echos, 2021 -
Funny, cheeky, crazy, Play propels ballet into the 21st century and the age of "fun"!
ResMusica, 2017 -
For a moment, everyone rediscovers and celebrates their childlike spirit.
Scenweb, 2021
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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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, buy €10 tickets for seats in the 6th category (very limited visibility, two tickets maximum per person) on the day of the performance at the Box offices.
In both our venues, discounted tickets are sold at the box offices from 30 minutes before the show:
- €25 tickets for under-28s, unemployed people (with documentary proof less than 3 months old) and senior citizens over 65 with non-taxable income (proof of tax exemption for the current year required)
- €40 tickets for senior citizens over 65
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 10:30 a.m. to 6 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
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
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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.
-
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, buy €10 tickets for seats in the 6th category (very limited visibility, two tickets maximum per person) on the day of the performance at the Box offices.
In both our venues, discounted tickets are sold at the box offices from 30 minutes before the show:
- €25 tickets for under-28s, unemployed people (with documentary proof less than 3 months old) and senior citizens over 65 with non-taxable income (proof of tax exemption for the current year required)
- €40 tickets for senior citizens over 65
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 10:30 a.m. to 6 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
