French opera and theatre director Laurent Pelly (C) gestures in the workshop of dressmaking of "The Bartered Bride" a comic opera in three acts by Czech composer Bedrich Smetana on March 28, 2026. As part of the sustainability policy of the Teatro Real, the new production of "The Bartered Bride" uses a large part of its costumes, props and scenery recycled. (Photo by Pierre-Philippe MARCOU / AFP via Getty Images)