Circo !

Presentation Synopsis Through the amazed eyes of children, the CIRCO! opera brings the magic of the circus back to life. The opera house is transformed into a big top, opening a door to the imaginary world. About the show Guided by Monsieur Loyal, the performers follow one another: trainers, trapeze artists, clowns, jugglers and acrobats. A gallery of colorful figures, inspired by circus legends such as Grock, Zavatta, Gruss and 7th art clowns Chaplin and Buster Keaton. More than a tribute, CIRCO! is an ode to joy and freedom, blending nostalgia and fantasy in the style of Fellini. Between laughter and emotion, the show invites young and old to rediscover their sense of wonder. Following on from Babel and Un Monde Ensemble, the Nice schoolchildren are now involved in this adventure. At the heart of the project, they discover opera throughout the year, express themselves, blossom and overcome their differences, united by the same passion. All on stage! This show is part of our "Tous en scène!" program, which brings to life, each year, a participatory opera created with the children of Nice under real stage conditions. With sponsorship from AXA, Caisse des Dépôts and Fonds Jacques Martel. Distribution Opéra de Nice Côte d'Azur production in collaboration with El Sistema Opéra Méditerranée With the support of Ville de Nice, Département des Alpes-Maritimes Music & musical direction Sergio Monterisi Libretto, staging, costumes & lighting Magali Thomas Sets Alexandre Monge Soloists in progress Mr. Loyal Magali Thomas With the participation of students from Nice Schools and Colleges Nice Philharmonic Orchestra Nice Opera Children's Choir