The Embassy of France in Washington presents a staged performance of L'Étoile, the sparkling comic opera by Emmanuel Chabrier. Known for its playful humor and lively music, the opera follows the eccentric King Ouf I, who plans to execute a random subject each year on his birthday — until an astrologer warns that the chosen victim shares the same fate as the king himself.

Blending satire, romance, and colorful characters, L'Étoile is a rare gem of the French operatic repertoire. This special presentation offers audiences an opportunity to enjoy a lively evening of music and theater in the elegant setting of the French Embassy.