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Special events

Bordeaux Opera Live Screening: Bernstein Story

Join us for a free, live outdoor screening of the Opéra National de Bordeaux's opening concert for the 2026-2027 season. 

When: 11 Sep 2026, 7pm - 8:30pm
Where: Millennium Square
Recommended for: Adults

Partially accessible

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Special event

Join us for a free live outdoor screening of the Opéra National de Bordeaux's opening concert of their 2026-2027 season. 

'Concert dans la Ville: Bernstein Story' will be broadcast live from the Auditorium of Bordeaux to the Big Screen on Millennium Square. 

Pack a picnic and be transported to the rhythms of Broadway by one of France's most prestigious orchestras, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine.   

This concert will be broadcast at venues across the Bordeaux region and we're delighted to be able to share in celebrating music together as part of Bristol and Bordeaux's partnership. 

Programme
Leonard Bernstein
Fancy Free, Three Dance Variations
On the Waterfront, Suite Symphonique
On the Town, Three Dance Episodes
West Side Story, Danses Symphoniques
Candide, Ouverture


Musical Director: Joseph Swensen 

Image credit: Pierre Plachenault

/ Deckchair seating will be available on a first come, first served basis, so feel free to bring your own camping chairs or beanbags too. 

/ Remember to dress for the weather – bring waterproofs and warm clothes just in case! 

/ There’s a drinking water fountain on the Square and Millennium Square toilets will be open.