Itinerary
Tue 10 July
Independent travel to Aix-en-Provence by train [via Lille], or direct Eurostar to Avignon or fly direct to Marseilles [30kms].
Accommodation at 4-star Grand Hôtel Roi René which is ideally located at the heart of Cézanne's home town, near to the Cours Mirabeau and the business district. Discover its inviting, contemporary rooms, elegant restaurant serving typical southern cuisine. The patio at the Grand Hôtel Roi René is full of flowers and provides an oasis of calm in this city of 100 fountains, whether you sit on the terrace or by the pool.
Wed 11 July
Performance of David et Jonathas [Charpentier] at Théâtre de l’Archevêché. Conductor: William Christie. Cast includes: Pascal Charbonneau, Ana Quintans, Neal Davis, Kresimir Spicer, Dominique Visse and Frédéric Caton.
Thu 12 July
Performance of Le nozze di Figaro [Mozart] at Théâtre de l’Archevêché. Conductor: Jérémie Rhorer. Cast includes: Patricia Petibon, Kyle Ketelsen, Kate Lindsey, Paulo Szot, Malin Byström, John Graham Hall.
Fri 13 July
Performance of La finta giardiniera [Mozart] at Domaine du Grand Saint-Jean. Conductor: Andreas Spering. Cast includes: Layla Claire, Julian Pregardien, Sabine Devieilhe, Venera Gimadieva.
Sat 14 July
Performance of Written on Skin [World Premiere of George Benjamin's & Martin Crimp's new work] at Grand Théâtre de Provence. Conductor: George Benjamin. Cast includes: Barbara Hannigan, Bejun Mehta, Christopher Purves, Victoria Simmonds.
Sun 15 July
After breakfast arrangements conclude.
5-Night Tour Price [per person]
From £1,790
Supplements:
Car Hire: on request
Flights or Eurostar/TGV: on request
Price includes: 5 nights' accommodation at Grand Hôtel Roi René including breakfast buffet and taxes, top category tickets for four performances, opera synopses, city map and restaurant recommendations.
How to book
Please contact Opera in Style to check availability and hold a 72-hour option. Complete a booking form and send your deposit of £600.00 per person.
