Designed by Charles Garnier and inaugurated in 1879, the hall of the Opera de Monte-Carlo stands on Place du Casino, its facade turned towards the Mediterranean. Monte-Carlo Societe des Bains de Mer, which operates the venue, offers it for private hire: 670 square metres in all, a 270 square metre stage, sixteen metres of ceiling height and a capacity of 517 in theatre configuration. The decor combines gold, velvet and fine woods.
In ordinary use the hall stages operas, ballets and concerts, including jazz programmes. Taken privately, it frames closed celebrations and bespoke musical evenings. The acoustics and sound system are those of a working lyric house, which suits a recital as readily as an address. Place du Casino is reached on foot from the quays of Port Hercule, with no significant road transfer.
Other experiences in Port Hercule
The academy led by freediving world record holder Pierre Frolla runs sessions from Larvotto beach, on lines calibrated from ten to fifty metres.
Culture & HeritageTrophy of Augustus, La Turbie, a monument open to private hireThe Roman monument at La Turbie is among the sites offered for private hire by the Centre des monuments nationaux. A stone belvedere above the Principality.
Adventure & OutdoorsAstrorama, Eze, a private observation eveningOn the Grande Corniche above Eze, the PARSEC association opens its astronomy site for private evenings and days, away from the coastal glare.
Wellness & Private RetreatsChateau des Terrasses, Cap-d'AilA Belle Epoque villa facing the Mediterranean on the edge of Monaco. The commune of Cap-d'Ail opens its ground floor, first floor and gardens to private receptions.
Culture & HeritageMonaco Exotic Garden, private hire of the groundsClinging to the cliff above the Principality, the Exotic Garden opens its grounds to private hire, amid one of the world's major collections of cacti and succulents.