In the unique atmosphere of the restaurant Le Siècle, Gilles San Juan’s voice lights up the opera evenings he shares with Laurie Jauffret. The artist delivers his art with an elegance and emotion that are uniquely his own.

Gilles San Juan: At the Crossroads of the Arts

Actor, performer, and singer, he performs as a tenor—the highest male vocal range in opera. He belongs to that rare category of voices that combine power and emotion. A former student of the Nice Conservatory, he has captivated opera stages with his distinctive tone. In 2019, he notably took part in the television show The Voice.

The Voice: A Human and Artistic Adventure

The general public discovered Gilles San Juan on television, during his memorable appearance on The Voice. “It was a wonderful experience—I have nothing but good things to say about it,” he recalls.
Selected from over 50,000 applicants, he charmed the jury with an unexpected repertoire: an Argentine tango, far removed from his usual operatic arias. Julien Clerc, then a member of the jury, was immediately won over. The artist advanced through several rounds of the competition, reaching the “battles,” where he performed Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.
Beyond the televised competition, what he remembers most is the human richness of the experience and the friendships he formed with the TF1 team, especially with Bruno Berberes, the casting director.

The Spirit of the Opera Evenings: Luxury, Calm, and Pleasure

For Gilles, these three words perfectly capture the spirit of the restaurant Le Siècle. “It’s a place outside of time—essential to life in Nice, to gastronomy, and to hospitality.” In this elegant setting, fine dining and opera come together through the concept of singing waiters—performers who serve while delivering lyrical arias. Through these opera evenings, he seeks to revive the atmosphere of the musical salons of the Belle Époque, recreating the elegance and harmony that reigned at the end of the 19th century. The concept appeals both to opera lovers and to newcomers alike: the artist offers the public the beauty of his voice in a refined yet intimate setting, where music becomes a universal language.

An Artistic Bond with Laurie Jauffret

On stage, Gilles San Juan performs alongside Laurie Jauffret, a soprano from Nice and his long-time stage partner. Their connection is both musical and personal.
Their paths first crossed in 2013 at the Nice Conservatory. Since then, they have collaborated on numerous events.
The two artists form a genuine lyrical duo—sometimes fiery, always harmonious. Their rapport fuels a unique chemistry born of their shared passion for the stage and for music.

Opera’s Evolution: Between Tradition and Modernity

Opera in France is currently facing challenging times. According to him, this art form must blend tradition and innovation in order to stay alive. His career has led him to collaborate with artists from various disciplines, proving that the lyrical voice can adapt to contemporary creations. He thus takes part in modern projects, such as lending his voice as an instrument in a piece by the promising young composer Nicolas Pesti. For him, opera is at once past, present, and future—it must continue to evolve while preserving its essence, especially in this era of artificial intelligence.
His Dream

To keep performing on stage, to make audiences dream, and to continue pursuing his passion with the same intensity.
Find Gilles San Juan and Laurie Jauffret at the restaurant Le Siècle, every first Friday of the month from October 2025 to March 2026 (except in January).