Opéra de Baugé

Opéra de Baugé is an opera festival held each summer near the Loire town of Baugé-en-Anjou, 40 kilometres east of Angers, France.

From 2003 to 2011 the festival was held in the gardens of Les Capucins (pictured), a private house and former convent.

In recent years the festival has drawn an audience of 2,500-3,000 to the town, including large numbers who travel from the UK.

The 2024 season will feature performances of Don Carlos (Verdi), Carmen (Bizet) and L'Elisir d'Amore (Donizetti).

The opera is noted for its authentic performances, with a full orchestra and chorus in support of fully staged productions.