Così fan tutte

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Last updated date : 20/08/2024

“A lighthearted comedy not to be taken lightly”: with its carefree yet bitter atmosphere, this opera buffa sprinkled with tragedy revolves around fickle feelings, sincerity in relationships and the importance of inner privacy. This corrosive show was directed by Lyon Opera first-timer Marie-Ève Signeyrole.

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Così fan tutte

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“They all do that.” Cynical philosopher Don Alfonso proposes a bet to prove two of his friends how fickle women are, which comes down to turning their respective lovers unfaithful in less than a day.
Cue a series of unstoppable events, replete with seduction tactics akin to those found in 18th century libertine plays, and with romantic confusion. Instead of an insignificant game, this experiment turns out to be rather cruel, with unexplored fears rising from the apparent lightheartedness of the attempt.
Energetically conducted by Duncan Ward, the music smoothly moves from buffa ensembles to individual moments shining light on the characters’ doubts. Director Marie-Ève Signeyrole, known throughout Europe for her corrosive shows on power balance, opted for a coming-of-age angle, breaking down the innerworkings of romantic relationships before the audience. What could be more violent than publicly realizing that love is not unequivocal?

New production

An opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Musical director : Duncan Ward
Director : Marie-Ève Signeyrole
Lyon Opera Orchestra and Choir

Running time : 3 hours 35 minutes – 1 intermission

Practical information

Address

Place de la Comédie - 69001 Lyon 1er

Prices

From 10 to 116€.
Lyon City Card et Lyon City Card 365 : 15% off on all the programming from €10, except on December 31st.
1 ticket per person / per show
Ticket sales at the box office and by telephone.
Withdrawal on presentation of Lyon City Card
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Openings

Saturday 14 June 2025 between 8 pm and 11.35 pm.

From Monday 16 to Sunday 22 June 2025
Opening hours on Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 8 pm and 11.35 pm. On Sunday between 4 pm and 7.35 pm.

Tuesday 24 June 2025 between 8 pm and 11.35 pm.