Photo : Orchestre de chambre de Paris
DIALOGUE WITH BEETHOVEN
A concert about resistance, hope, and what comes next. March 25 at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées.
Théâtre des Champs-Elysées (Paris 8th)
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What if music could tell a story of struggle, resistance… and hope?
In this concert, Beethoven engages in a dialogue with a mythical figure of resistance: Antigone. The new work by British composer Simon Wills, created especially for the Orchestre de chambre de Paris (for the bicentenary of Beethoven's death), is inspired by this heroine who refuses to yield to tyranny. Carried by the orchestra and a voice that seems to emerge from the music itself, the work leads us from darkness towards a form of light.
In the second part, Beethoven reveals another facet of his personality with his Symphony No. 4: music full of vitality, charm, and energy. A dialogue between two works separated by more than two centuries, yet united by the same question: how to keep moving forward after hardship?
🎭 A concert between resistance, emotion, and hope, where music seeks the light.
📅 Thursday, March 25, 2027 at 8:00 PM
📍 Théâtre des Champs-Élysées
🎟️ Youth rate under 28: €10 — Youth subscription: €5
Our take on this event
Prepare for a sonic journey where timeless resilience meets symphonic mastery in a powerful musical conversation. Whether you are a devoted fan or just curious, this performance balances the dramatic weight of modern composition with the infectious charm of a classic symphony.
The Théâtre des Champs-Élysées presents Dialogue with Beethoven on Thursday, March 25, 2027, from 20:00 to 22:00. This concert explores themes of resistance and resilience through a new work by British composer Simon Wills, inspired by the myth of Antigone, followed by Beethoven's Symphony No. 4. Tickets range from 10 to 64 €, with special rates for those under 28. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users and provides specific accommodations for blind or visually impaired guests, ensuring a welcoming experience for all music enthusiasts in the heart of the 8th arrondissement.
The evening is built around a powerful musical narrative of struggle and hope. The first half features a premiere by composer Simon Wills, commissioned for the Orchestre de chambre de Paris to mark the bicentenary of Beethoven's passing. This piece connects the legendary composer with the heroic figure of Antigone, moving from dark, tense atmospheres toward light and liberation. The second part of the program shifts to a more spirited tone with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4, celebrated for its vitality and charm. Together, these pieces examine how art helps us navigate life's greatest challenges.
The event takes place on March 25, 2027. Tickets are priced between 10 and 64 €, with a reduced fare of 10 € for those under 28, and 5 € for holders of the youth subscription. Located at 15 avenue Montaigne, the theater ensures full accessibility for wheelchair users and offers specific support for blind or visually impaired audience members. It is a unique opportunity to experience a dialogue between contemporary creation and classical mastery.
