Louis Erlo, Opera Director and Stage Director, Dies at 97

Louis Erlo, a prominent French opera stage director and administrator, died on October 2 at the age of 97. Born in Lyon, Erlo served as director of the Opéra de Lyon for many years, shaping its artistic direction. He also led the Festival d'Aix-en-Provence, one of Europe's most prestigious opera festivals. His career was dedicated to lyric institutions, and his passing marks the loss of a key figure in French opera. Further details about his life and career were reported by Le Monde on October 6, 2026.