To mark Pride Week, La Monnaie decorates its façade in rainbow colours, to show its unwavering support for the LGBTQIA+ community.
For several years now, the month of May has been an opportunity to celebrate tolerance in all its forms in Brussels, notably through the Pride. Unfortunately, the urgency of the message is still high. All over the world, people still suffer violence, exclusion and discrimination because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
In the run-up to the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, La Monnaie is showing its support for people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and organisations that defend their rights. In doing so, they bring about a more open society and La Monnaie wants to contribute to this transformation, convinced that culture and education have an essential role to play in it.
From 3 June to 22 September, La Monnaie and Muntpunt are transforming Rue Royale—the small street between their buildings—into a vibrant summer spot. A long table will serve as a welcoming meeting place where locals and passers-by can read, have lunch, play board games, or simply soak up the sun.
A real feast for the eyes and ears in 2023, La Monnaie’s production of Tchaikovsky’s most intimate and celebrated opera, directed by Laurent Pelly and conducted by Alain Altinoglu, is now available on DVD, Blu-ray and streaming via Naxos.
From March 28 to 30, the tenth edition of the Passa Porta Festival will take place, dedicated entirely to the theme of ‘Ghosts’. This year, numerous events will also be held at La Monnaie, ranging from encounters with leading authors to literary tours.
