Festival d'Art Lyrique de Salon-de-Provence
Opera and lyrical art at the Chateau de l'Emperi in Salon-de-Provence
About Art Lyrique Salon
Opera under the Provençal Stars
The Festival d'Art Lyrique de Salon-de-Provence was born in 2006 from the passion of a group of enlightened amateurs for lyrical art. Each summer, in August, the festival takes over the Renaissance courtyard of the Chateau de l'Emperi and the Auditorium of the Atrium to offer open-air opera evenings, bringing together international soloists, choirs, and symphony orchestras in an exceptional historical setting.
Great Arias from the Lyrical Repertoire
The festival's programming explores the great works of the lyrical repertoire, from Verdi to Puccini, from Bizet to Mozart, from Rossini to Donizetti. Themed evenings allow for the discovery or rediscovery of the most beautiful opera arias in accessible formats, alternating recitals, lyrical concerts, and staged performances. Renowned soloists perform regularly, accompanied by Italian and French choirs and orchestras.
A Cultural and Educational Complement
Beyond the concerts, the festival offers film screenings related to opera, photographic exhibitions, and meet-and-greets with the artists. This educational and cultural dimension enriches the audience's experience and helps make lyrical art accessible to everyone, including newcomers.
The Chateau de l'Emperi, a Lyrical Jewel Box
The Chateau de l'Emperi, one of the largest medieval fortresses in Provence, offers an idyllic setting for lyrical performances. The Renaissance courtyard, with its stone walls and natural acoustics, transforms each evening into a magical moment where the singers' voices soar under the starry Provençal sky.
Art Lyrique Salon — edition 2026
21st edition of the Festival d'Art Lyrique de Salon-de-Provence, from July 20 to 23, 2026. An edition marked by the dramatic genius of Giuseppe Verdi and the sparkling fantasy of Jacques Offenbach, with the highlight being La Traviata in the Renaissance courtyard of the Château de l'Empéri.
21st Edition: Verdi and Offenbach in the Spotlight
The 21st edition of the Festival d'Art Lyrique de Salon-de-Provence takes place from July 20 to 23, 2026, between the Renaissance courtyard of the Château de l'Empéri and the Atrium auditorium. The 2026 program celebrates the dramatic genius of the Italian Giuseppe Verdi and the sparkling fantasy of the Frenchman Jacques Offenbach, bringing together international soloists, choir, and orchestra.
The festival opens on Monday, July 20 at 7 PM at the Atrium auditorium with a free opening night (by invitation, to be collected at Théâtre Armand), featuring a video retrospective « Verdi… for Italy ». The highlight of the edition is La Traviata, one of Verdi's most famous operas, performed on Wednesday, July 22 at 9:30 PM in the majestic setting of the Renaissance courtyard of the Château de l'Empéri. The final evening, on Thursday, July 23 at 9:30 PM, presents « Un amour à Paris », an original creation centered around Jacques Offenbach by the company Les Clairs Obscurs.
Programme Art Lyrique Salon 2026
Monday, July 20, 2026 — 7:00 PM · Atrium Auditorium
- Opening Night (free, by invitation at Théâtre Armand) — « Verdi… for Italy », a video retrospective dedicated to Verdi's life and his influence on Italian unity
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 — 9:30 PM · Renaissance Courtyard of Château de l'Empéri
- La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi — with soprano Mihaela Dinu, tenor Danilo Formaggia and baritone Marzio Giossi; Chorus of the Parma Opera and Orchestra Sinfonica « Cantieri d'Arte »
Thursday, July 23, 2026 — 9:30 PM · Atrium
- Un amour à Paris — original creation centered around Jacques Offenbach by the company Les Clairs Obscurs, with Charles Mesrine (tenor), Isabelle Savigny (soprano) and Nicolas Bercet (baritone)
Highlights Art Lyrique Salon 2026
- Verdi's La Traviata in the Renaissance courtyard of the Château de l'Empéri
- Free opening night dedicated to Verdi
- « Un amour à Paris », an original creation centered around Offenbach
Prices Art Lyrique Salon 2026
Practical information — Art Lyrique Salon
Practical Information
Access
The festival takes place at the Chateau de l'Emperi and the Auditorium of the Atrium in Salon-de-Provence.
- By car: A7 exit Salon-de-Provence from Lyon, Marseille, or Aix-en-Provence.
- By train: Aix-en-Provence TGV station (30 km away), then shuttle or car.
Prices
- Concerts: from 25 to 40 euros
- Screenings: free admission
Contact
- Website: festivalartlyriquesalon.fr
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Where does it take place — Art Lyrique Salon
Chateau de l'Emperi
Montee du Puech, 13300 Salon-de-Provence