Opera comes to the countryside in Sanxay, in Vienne, with Puccini’s “La Bohème”

The Gallo-Roman theatre of Sanxay is hosting “La Bohème” by Giacomo Puccini, an opera performed outdoors, until 14 August. This unique event in a rural setting aims to make opera accessible to all.

In the heart of the countryside, far from the prestigious opera houses of the big cities, the Gallo-Roman theatre of Sanxay (Vienne) is transformed into a unique stage where opera comes to life until August 14.

As part of the Soirées lyriques, 200 artists, musicians, singers and choirs take to the stage. Among them, young talents trained in Sanxay. They perform in front of 2,500 spectators, regulars and novices, all attracted by this collective adventure that has lasted for twenty-four years. Objective: democratize opera, create vocations and promote heritage.

“There are city operas, here we offer country opera.”

Dominique Hummel

President of the Sanxay Lyrical Evenings

This 24th edition celebrates the 100th anniversary of the death of Giacomo Puccini. On this occasion, his masterpiece Bohemia is performed outdoors. It is an experience that is both intimate and resonant in this rural setting, which makes the event unique and original. For the locals, it is an invaluable opportunity: “Without this event, I would never have been able to discover opera in my countryside. It’s fantastic, it makes opera accessible to everyone.”