Bach Cantatas at the Royal Opera Theatre
Versailles (& Paris), France
June 8-14, 2025
Join Matthew Christopher Shepard for an Exclusive Journey to France! This intimate travel experience is curated in partnership with Request Italy, a Kansas City-based agency specializing in arts-focused travel. Patrons will explore the rich musical and cultural heritage of France through breathtaking sights, world-class performances, and unique insights—all while supporting Te Deum, as a portion of your trip cost will directly benefit our mission.
Limited to just 20 guests, this trip offers special access to performances of Bach Cantatas conducted by John Elliot Gardner, world-class museums, and fine dining, with music insights from Matthew Christopher Shepard. Plus, a portion of your trip cost is tax-deductible as a donation to Te Deum.
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to spend a week in Versailles and Paris for an immersive and intimate arts experience.
Palace of Versailles
Trip Overview:
Sunday, June 8th: Travel to Paris, France
Monday, June 9th: Travel to Versailles, brief walking tour of city center, group welcome dinner
Tuesday, June 10th: Guided tour of the Palace of Versailles, attend first Royal Opera Theatre performance featuring “Jubilante” Bach cantatas conducted by John Eliot Gardiner
Wednesday, June 11th: Tour of Palace of Versailles Garden and Grand Trianon museum, attend second Royal Opera Theatre performance featuring Bach Cantatas for the 16th Sunday conducted by John Eliot Gardiner
Thursday, June 12th: Travel to Paris for a guided tour of the Louvre Museum, optional tour of the Paris Opera House, return to Versailles
Friday, June 13th: Travel to Paris for a guided tour of the Musee d’Orsay, optional boat ride along the Seine, attend performance of Rosini’s “The Barber of Seville” at the Opera Bastille, return to Versailles
Saturday, June 14th: Return to Paris for travel home
** Full trip details available in the Trip Itinerary **
Conductor John Eliot Gardiner
Cost: $5,250 per person
Includes: all ground transportation, 5-night hotel stay in Versailles, two meals per day, three performances (2 choral & 1 opera), performance previews by Matthew Christopher Shepard, Louvre and Musee d’Orsay admission, guided tours, and tax deductible donation to Te Deum (estimate: $300 per person)
Does Not Include: airfare
Questions? Contact tour guide Rob Seaver at 205-286-9542 or seaver1952@gmail.com
Next Steps: Complete the Reservation Form below and submit with your $2,000 per person deposit by Thursday, October 31st (address provided on the form).
Royal Opera Theatre