Episode 2 of 2

Initial Run and Financial Outcome

When
30 September – 23 November 1863
Where
Théâtre Lyrique
Part of
Bizet's Les pêcheurs de perles debuts at the Théâtre Lyrique in Paris

The opera received 18 performances, closing on 23 November 1863, with limited financial success but critical admiration.

The initial run consisted of 18 performances. It closed on 23 November 1863. Although the production brought the theatre little financial success, Bizet had won admiration from his peers. The work is noted for its historical interest despite the lack of immediate financial gain.

Sources

  1. Les pêcheurs de perles Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-30
  2. Théâtre Lyrique Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-22

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