Memorial for the Opéra-Comique victims

On your left stands the memorial to the Opéra-Comique victims, built in 1888. This tomb holds a tragic story, dating back to May 25th, 1887. Around 9pm, a violent fire broke out inside the Opéra-Comique, the national theatre. It spread from above the stage while the audience was watching a play called Mignon. No one realised what was happening until it was too late. 80 people lost their lives, and on May 30th, 1887, 22 of those victims were buried here in Père Lachaise Cemetery. Their families gathered here in grief, honouring their loved ones. To this day, this tragedy sends shivers down your spine.