Text based on the novel "La dame aux camélias" by Alexandre Dumas

Premiere: March 24, 2024

Music: Frédéric Chopin
Conductor: Markus Lehtinen
Choreography and Direction: John Neumeier
Stage and Costume Design: Jürgen Rose

An estate is being auctioned off. These are what remains of the glittering possessions of one of the most glamorous women in 19th century Paris: the courtesan Marguerite Gautier. Armand Duval is among those in attendance. As the business of the auction continues before a crowd of curious onlookers, he is overcome with memories, for he was the man with whom Marguerite discovered true love. They spent one long summer together, enjoying a life of bliss in the country, far away from the Parisian demi-monde. However, Armand’s family honour was at risk. And without knowing that his father was forcing Marguerite to do so, he had to watch as his lover returned to her old life – and that ultimately ruined everything.