Practical note
The historic location may not survive as an accessible building. Look for plaques and public routes on site.Premiere site Paris / FR 13. März 1861
Salle Le Peletier, Paris Opera Site
This was the site of the notorious Paris premiere of Tannhäuser, withdrawn after three performances.
Image credit
Lithograph by unknown artist, scan by Mrlopez2681, Public domain · Wikimedia Commons ↗︎01 / Why this place matters
Exile
The three Tannhäuser evenings became a turning point in Wagner’s relationship with Parisian opera. At the home of French grand opera, his revised score met institutional expectations, organised social protest and a very public failure.
02 / Plan the visit
Paris
Always verify opening hours, tickets and accessibility directly with the operator.- Relevant years
- 13. März 1861
- Type
- Premiere site
- Story
- Exile
- Status
- Historical location
- Address
- Rue Le Peletier, 75009 Paris
03 / Related works
From place back to stage.
04 / Sources and further reading
Read further, then travel.
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