A devilish deal 😈 Disillusioned with life, the aged philosopher Faust calls upon Satan to help him. The devil Méphistophélès appears and strikes a bargain with the philosopher: Faust can have youth and the love of the beautiful Marguerite, but only in exchange for his soul. Gounod’s opera Faust premiered on this day in Paris in 1859, and was one of the world’s most popular operas from the 1860s to World War II Immerse yourself in the decadence and elegance of 1870s Paris in David McVicar’s spec

52K views · 475 reactions | We're very excited for Faust to open tonight on the Main Stage  Gounod's most popular opera tells the story of an aged philosopher who sells his soul to the devil  | Royal Ballet And Opera | Facebook

Faust is the story of an ageing scholar who curses God and makes a deal with the devil. Sir David McVicar’s production is grand opera at its best with lavish costumes and stunning sets recreating iconic Paris landmarks. 📽️ Watch the trailer! | Opera Australia

8.9K views · 43 reactions | "Faust" - die weltberühmte Oper mit den Opernstars Michael Fabiano, Diana Damrau und Erwin Schrott. Einmalig übertragen aus dem Royal Opera House - in dein Kino.  Jetzt schnell Tickets sichern: www.rohkinotickets.de | Royal Ballet And Opera | Facebook

🤩 'It's a glorious day!' A lovely moment from Act I of The Royal Opera's Faust with Michael Fabiano in the title role. Stream Gounod's opera: https://stream.roh.org.uk/products/faust-2019?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_content=vid&utm_campaign=faust-stream | Royal Ballet And Opera

Be transported to Paris in your local cinema as The Royal Opera's 'Faust' arrives in US cinemas from May 21! | Royal Ballet And Opera