The Ghosts of Versailles Tickets

The Ghosts of Versailles is a landmark American grand opera buffa composed by John Corigliano with an English libretto by William M. Hoffman. Commissioned by the Metropolitan Opera for its 100th anniversary, the world premiere took place on December 19, 1991, in New York. The work blends myth, history, and theatrical spectacle across two acts, performed in English with occasional German sur-titles when presented in German venues. This page offers a concise biography, discography highlights, and up-to-date tour information to help you secure your seats with confidence.

Based in the broader United States concert and opera circuit, The Ghosts of Versailles continues to be staged by major companies and is celebrated for its lush orchestration, witty libretto, and dramatic range. We’ve gathered essential details to help you plan a memorable experience—from venue notes to performance history and the latest tour updates.

Historically, the Met’s commissioning of The Ghosts of Versailles marked a significant milestone for American opera. The 2015 LA Opera production featured renowned performers like Patricia Racette (Marie Antoinette) and Patti LuPone (Samira), with a live recording that earned two Grammys in 2017 for Best Opera Recording and Best Engineered Album, Classical. Contemporary tours and regional productions continue to bring this English-language two-act opera to diverse audiences. For the 2025–26 season, Regensburg presents a notable production at Theater Regensburg, directed by Sebastian Ritschel and conducted by Stefan Veselka, running from September 27, 2025, to January 30, 2026, with performances including dates like November 29, 2025. The language remains English in performance, with German surtitles as needed. For more updates and direct access to official pages, follow the performer and venue channels below.

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