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Olivier Mantei

Directeur Général (General Director), Philharmonie de Paris · France

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Olivier Mantei is the CEO of Philharmonie de Paris. Mantei is based in France. Mantei was born in 1965 in Nantes.

Born in Nantes in 1965, Olivier Mantei studied modern literature and musicology at the Sorbonne and EHESS. He held leadership roles in French cultural institutions including directing the Opéra-Comique for six years before being appointed General Director of Cité de la Musique – Philharmonie de Paris in November 2021.

Recent developments

AI summary of recent coverage

Recent coverage of Olivier Mantei has focused on developments at the Philharmonie de Paris, including the institution's leadership responses to protests during an Israeli orchestra performance, partnerships with international cultural bodies including Saudi museums, and commemorations of the venue's decade-long track record. The headlines also reflect broader institutional activities such as conductor appointments and collaborations with luxury brands, alongside earlier reporting on Mantei's academic background.

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Born
February 24, 1965 · Nantes
Citizenship
France
Awards
Knight of the National Order of Merit, Officer of Arts and Letters

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