Behind the Scenes at the Opera

Between two arms of the Moselle, Opera Metz is  
one of the oldest theaters in France.  Built between
1738 and 1752 in a classic style with Tuscan influence from
 the plans of architect Jacques Oger.
While anyone can see to beautiful facade of the opera, 
built on the island of Little Saulcy, not many see the inner
workings of the theater.  This Saturday we went on  
a tour of the 750 seat opera. This theater is the oldest
still operating in France and also one of the last to have its
own workshops where costumes and sets  are created.

this is the view you would see if you were watching an opera

Rachel standing in front of the ropes used to
raise and lower the scenes.  

Ludo an Alec standing on the stage of the Opera

Standing on the circular part of the

stage that can be rotated during a performance;  a German design.

The Workshop

From the back of the opera you can see you are on an island

Maquets for Set Designs

Even in this 250 year old buidling