This event is in the past.It took place on June 12, 2026 at Théâtre Graslin.










Step into the grand hall of Théâtre Graslin for a free midday escape where words take center stage. Local performer Alexandra Lacroix reads continuously from texts that inspired operas, letting you drop in for five minutes or linger the full hour.
Free cultural event
Literary readings
Opera previews
Historic theater
Tips
🪑come and go as you please
📚discover next season's operas through their source texts
🎭perfect pause during a day of exploring Nantes
Les Midis-Lecture
Decré










Step into the grand hall of Théâtre Graslin for a free midday escape where words take center stage. Local performer Alexandra Lacroix reads continuously from texts that inspired operas, letting you drop in for five minutes or linger the full hour.
Free cultural event
Literary readings
Opera previews
Historic theater
Tips
🪑come and go as you please
📚discover next season's operas through their source texts
🎭perfect pause during a day of exploring Nantes
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