Vichy Opera House

The Opéra de Vichy opened its doors in 1901, but its official opening did not take place until 1903. The opera house was designed by architect Charles Le Cœur and his assistant Lucien Woog. This designated monument is an excellent example of the "Art Nouveau" style, with its exquisite décor in a palette of golds, ivories, and yellows. Prestigious artists contributed to the Vichy Opera House's décor, including the ornamental sculptor Pierre Seguin, the decorative painter Léon Rudnicki, and the ironworker Émile Robert. Able to seat an audience of 1,483, it remains one of the largest theaters in France outside of Paris, and visitors can enjoy a wide range of performances all year round. These performances capture the memory of the summer seasons that were held here during the first half of the 20th century, when Vichy was an international music capital.