The National Opera of Lyon is a performing arts organisation based in Lyon, France. It produces opera, dance, and music performances. The institution includes its own orchestra, a chorus, a children’s choir called the Maitrise, and a resident dance company known as the Lyon Opera Ballet. The organisation presents traditional repertoire alongside modern works and newly commissioned pieces.
The Lyon Opera Ballet focuses primarily on contemporary dance. The company performs works by living choreographers and modern pieces rather than traditional classical ballet. The dance group performs regularly in Lyon and travels to present its repertoire during national and international tours.
The organisation operates several educational and community outreach programmes. The Maitrise serves as both a performing choir and a training school, providing musical and vocal education for children and teenagers. The National Opera of Lyon also partners with local schools, hospitals, and community centres to present cultural activities to different audiences outside of its main venue.