On May 7, Collectif 17h25 launched an innovative standard module for set construction: MOD 200. With the prototype phase now completed, the participating partners, including La Monnaie, are starting the production of these structures, and will implement them in set construction as of the 2024-25 season.
Collectif 17h25 is an alliance between five cultural institutions: Opéra de Lyon, Festival d’Aix-en-Provence, Opéra national de Paris, Théâtre du Châtelet, and La Monnaie. Sharing the ambition to make the creation of their productions more sustainable, the technical departments of these partners have been researching the standardization of structural set components (invisible to the audience) and support systems for scenographic elements (visible to the audience) for the past two years.
The ultimate goal is to establish a ‘library’ of standard structures that are compatible with the specific requirements of as many theaters as possible. In this way, Collectif 17h25 aims to reduce waste in set creation, improve storage efficiency, and limit transportation volume.
The realization of MOD 200 marks an important step in this process. The standard module, consisting of steel tube structures with exceptional technical compatibility and simple montage options, is now going into the production phase at the five cultural institutions. Starting from the 2024-25 season, the module will actually be used, also at La Monnaie, with Fanny and Alexander as the first test case.
Meet Holland’s next opera star! On Sunday evening, October 20, MM Soloist Leander Carlier won ARIA, a singing competition on the Dutch TV channel NPO1. In addition to a trophy, he also secured a place at the Dutch National Opera Studio (Amsterdam).
Get out the napkins because La Monnaie is participating in The Biggest Spaghetti Fest in the World! On Saturday, November 23, at 12:30 p.m., we are offering 75 vegetarian meals, accompanied by a visit to our Workshops, in support of non-profit organisation Accolage.
Carpooling to La Monnaie with other opera lovers? Besides being more sustainable, it’s nicer and cheaper than going alone! La Monnaie is the first cultural venue in Belgium to join forces with Slinger, a simple tool which allows you to arrange a ride with another spectator from your area in just a few clicks.
