A Tenor and a Soprano: A Christmas Wedding on the French Riviera

Opera singers wedding Jean-François Borras and Cristina Giannelli inside the Opéra of Monte-Carlo - Luca Vieri photography

The magic of Christmas in Nice and Monaco

This unique Christmas wedding in Monte-Carlo and Nice was a celebration filled with romance, music, and holiday magic. The civil ceremony took place at Nice City Hall, followed by portraits along the iconic Promenade des Anglais.

The couple, world-renowned tenor Jean-François Borras and gifted soprano Cristina Giannelli, chose to intertwine their passion for opera with their love story. Beneath the festive Christmas lights of Casino Square in Monte-Carlo, they posed for unforgettable wedding portraits.

One of the highlights of the day was an intimate photo session inside the Opéra de Monte-Carlo, captured during preparations for The Phantom of the Opera. It was a deeply personal moment, where their careers and artistry became an integral part of their wedding story.

The celebration continued with elegant stops at Café de Paris, Hôtel Hermitage, and Hôtel de Paris, each adding glamour and timeless charm to their destination wedding in Monaco and along the French Riviera.

Get ready: Nice private house
Civil Ceremony: Nice Town-Hall
Portraits: Grand Theatre de Monte-Carlo – Hotel Hermitage – Café de Paris