Royal Opera House La Monnaie / De Munt
A HISTORICAL LANDMARK MERE METERS FROM THE DOMINICAN...
Situated in the heart of Brussels, the Royal Opera House La Monnaie / De Munt is an iconic cultural institution rich in history and artistic significance. Established in 1700 by Gio-Paolo Bombarda, this theatre has for over three centuries been synonymous with enchanting opera and ballet performances, which, today, are created in a spirit of sustainability and constant innovation.
A few steps from this revered opera house lies The Dominican Hotel, a paragon of luxury and refinement.
Together, the two institutions are proud to announce their collaboration for the 2025-2026 opera season, offering a unique blend of cultural indulgence and high hospitality.
Medusa
May 2026
This opera recounts the tragic myth of Medusa, focusing on her human dimension rather than her monstrosity.
After hearing Poseidon’s call, Medusa is sent by her sisters, Stheno and Euryale, to the temple of Athena for protection. There, Poseidon assaults her, desecrating the sacred space. Instead of punishing the god, Athena transforms Medusa into a Gorgon: her hair becomes serpents and her gaze turns onlookers to stone. Exiled and feared, she becomes the target of glory-seeking heroes drawn to her terrifying power.
Commissioned by La Monnaie, this contemporary opera by Iain Bell, with a libretto and direction by Lydia Steier, reinterprets the myth through a psychological lens. Portrayed by soprano Claudia Boyle, Medusa emerges as a complex and tragic woman, surrounded by the stone remnants of those who sought to conquer her. The work invites the audience to confront her not as a monster, but as a victim whose story demands recognition.
Dates:
Tuesday, 05 May 2026
Thursday, 07 May 2026
Saturday, 09 May 2026
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Friday, 15 May 2026
Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Tosca
June - July 2026
Floria Tosca, capricious, devoted, sometimes jealous, and undeniably a diva, shines on the stages of Rome while the city suffers under the tyrannical Baron Scarpia. Obsessed with her, Scarpia plots to possess Tosca and eliminate her lover Mario Cavaradossi, forcing her into a harrowing choice: submit to him or see Mario executed at dawn.
Puccini’s iconic opera unfolds as a gripping thriller. In this production at La Monnaie, director Rafael R. Villalobos highlights the political use of religion, drawing on Pier Paolo Pasolini to explore the Vatican’s influence on Roman society. Conductor Jordan de Souza unleashes the full power of Puccini’s score, with its cinematic orchestration and expressive vocal lines, cementing the work as a masterpiece of the operatic repertoire.
Dates:
Wednesday 17-06
Thursday 18-06
Saturday 20-06
Tuesday 23-06
Wednesday 24-06
Thursday 25-06
Saturday 27-06
Tuesday 30-06
Wednesday 01-07
Dine, Stay & Opera Package:
EXPLORE OUR EXCLUSIVE COLLABORATION WITH ROYAL OPERA HOUSE LA MONNAIE / DE MUNT...
Indulge in a captivating blend of mythology and music at La Monnaie, and complete the experience with a luxurious stay at The Dominican and an exceptional dinner.
Included:
-Room with breakfast at a preferential rate for 2 people
-2 opera tickets (first category)
-3-course meal with a bottle of house wine, water, soft, and coffee or tea for 2 people
