Theaters France

Lyon's first private theater, launched on January 17, 1980, and run by Pascal Héritier and Bruno Davanzo. The current venue on avenue de Saxe can accommodate 371 spectators between two confinements, and is often sold out. Audiences who book their seats at the Théâtre de la Tête d'Or well in advance know they're in for a good laugh, with plenty of misunderstandings and enthusiastic actors - often stage stars. The venue specializes in boulevard comedy and vaudeville, not forgetting the chansonniers.

While we await the hypothetical reopening of a VTG castelet (not to be confused with a fast train) at the GHD (we like to leave you in the lurch when it comes to initials), back to square one at the Parc de la Tête d'Or, where it all began for this company over 75 years ago. Guignol is a monument to Lyon's heritage, with its famous puppets and colorful characters. A Lyonnais tradition to be respected by all ages, as the show offers different levels of interpretation, not all of them innocent... Guignol, it's so good!

Known as the Springtime, this Italian theater was built from 1905 in the purest style Louis XIII and inaugurated in 1912. Enrolled in the historical monuments inventory, completely renovated, it was opened to the public at the end of 2005. The restoration of the ballroom, which was the last stage of the renovation of the Municipal Theatre, was completed in the summer of 2012. Programming and rates at the above number or website.

Located in the mediatheque, Théâtre Luxembourg boasts a comfortable auditorium where some sixty shows are presented each season, combining tradition and modernity. A choice that caters to the different tastes and sensibilities of our audiences. Theater, dance, classical and contemporary music, comedy, variety, young audiences, jazz club - the program is particularly varied. The theater has two halls. The largest, the Luxembourg, can accommodate 600 spectators. The smaller Le Manège seats 107.

Roubaix's Colisée is one of the city's finest venues. From concerts of all musical styles, to dance shows of all kinds, comic and tragic plays, acrobatic circus acts... and much more, performed by talented national and international artists, the richness of its offerings is sure to delight!

What's more, the Colisée team extends a warm welcome to its 100,000-plus spectators every year, with supervised checkroom and parking facilities, for optimum comfort and enjoyment.

The Theatre du Nord is a privileged place for culture with its repertoire parts in Lille, and its contemporary creation in Tourcoing. Housed in the prestigious Grand'Garde building of Louis XV, this theatre offers a beautiful overview of the spirit "subsidized public theatre": if he is able to show demanding and successful creations (Calderón, Houellebecq…), he also displays more popular shows, concerts and creations for a younger audience he proposes to play in schools and even on public square to show that theatre is done by everyone and for all. But the theatre of the North is also a nice bookstore that works in partnership with the no less beautiful bookshop Lille Le Bateau Livre, and a cafe now held by the Peek team in Boo. Theatre in the North? A beautiful address, both cultural and greedy!

Le Petit Subito is the literary and singing cabaret of Henry Le Ny and Doumée, directors and actors, emblematic figures of the "scene. With his relaxation, where portraits are translated, texts to be interpreted at the top time, public readings, cabaret at Kurt Weil, staggered concerts, Compagnie Subito brings a user-friendly dimension, which contributes to its reputation. Sitting around the tables as in the bistro or setting along the walls, spectators (one hundred more) take place and necessarily talk to each other. Here we cultivate the love of words, music, bloody polar or rock history. Totally atypical like the beginnings of shows announced at 19 h 23 sharp: after, we close the doors to respect the actors and the comfort of the visitors.

For several years now, the theater of the Rue du Ballon has not abandoned its grip on the small world of amateur theater, although in this particular case we can speak of professionalism. The troupe of faithful believers around the master to think Jean-Marie Meshaka is piling up every season of new talents in part from the training provided by competent passionate people. It revisits the classic repertoire as well as contemporary pieces. Beyond the show, the Franco-Lebanese director always seeks to convey a message, an emotion so that the viewer is not just a "consumer". Smart theater in sum!

More known under its initials, the TMT has been at its head since its creation. It presents to the public eclectic, funny or serious programs that address all genres: theatre, café-theatre, poetry, cinema, dance, music, children's shows. There are about performances per programming season, some drinks-concerts, cross-Stage entries and, in summer, in Marvejols, the city cultural festival.

The Centre Bérenger de Frédol is the town's cultural center and home to the friendly Jérome Savary theater. From September to May, residents of Villeneuve and the surrounding area come here to discover a rich program of different artistic forms: theater, circus, puppetry, music, cinema and dance. The year is also punctuated by festivities for young and old alike. With seating for 200 and free admission, it's the ideal place to go out, especially with the whole family.

It is a French exception since it is the only national theatre in the regions and one of the two national higher schools for professional training in the dramatic arts. The theatre has two halls: the Salle Koltès and the Salle Hubert Gignoux where contemporary shows are performed. The Strasbourg National Theatre also offers a fine programme of conferences and various events, some of which are sometimes offered free of charge.

Opened in 1993, the establishment is largely outside the theatre area: concerts, cinema, conferences, etc.

The imposing theatre opened in 1935 in the presence of Paul Valéry and now inscribed on the list of historic monuments of the twentieth century. It has undergone many stages of work - recently even for compliance with the new safety standards - without ever having its original stamp diminished. Decorated with marble columns and pilasters, a triple balcony, fine Art Deco frescoes and soft red armchairs, it accommodates up to 950 spectators from October to May for various shows: plays, lyric art, dramatic art, comic opera, comic opera, dance, French song and variety shows, etc. Jazz festival, the last week of April. The programming is on the City's website.

The Théâtre theatre funded by the Ministry of Culture, the City and the Department is designed to create and produce performances. Thus, every two years, the Biennale of the theatrical creation for youth, the Festival Odyssées in Yvelines (next opus in 2016) takes place. The public can also attend very diverse performances: opera, dance, music, song… Almost 30 performances are given each season.

To each his own, but Les Célestins remains the best theater in France when it comes to creating shows. A splendid Italian-style theater whose programming is second to none, the venue alone is well worth a visit. Shows on tour, and others created and staged at Les Célestins, all under the leadership of director Pierre-Yves Lenoir, assisted by Lise Gaillard. Some 200,000 spectators enjoy them every year, especially the in-house creations. Numerous initiatives to promote access to culture and theater for all audiences, including reasonable ticket prices, workshops and encounters. Indispensable Célestins.

All the arts of the performing world are represented: theatre, dance, circus, classical music, contemporary music, world music, digital art, etc. It can accommodate a total of 1,500 spectators. Le Grenat is a large, modular theatre with seating for 600 to 1,100 people; Le Carré, also a modular theatre, can accommodate 400 people. The Théâtre de l'Archipel has been awarded the "Scène Nationale" label by the Ministry of Culture and Communication. Yearly programme and online ticket purchase at www.theatredelarchipel.org

The theater in Pézenas, known as L'illustre Théâtre, is a must-see for theater and heritage lovers. It offers a varied program throughout the year. The theater is also renowned for its acting courses, which are available for all levels. In addition to shows, L'illustre Théâtre also houses a restaurant, La Table de Maître Jacques, where visitors can reserve a table to enjoy a meal before or after the show.

The history of the TNB began in 1949. Formerly the Centre Dramatique de l'Ouest and the Maison de la Culture, the two structures merged to become this major theater venue with a fine national reputation. Directed by Arthur Nauzyciel, the TNB is a Centre Européen de Création Théâtrale et Chorégraphique, with a cinema and a École Supérieure d'Art Dramatique. The director is surrounded by some twenty associate artists, including Julie Duclos, Vincent Macaigne, Keren Ann and Mohamed El Khatib, all of whom contribute to the richness of the programming, which has nothing to envy the major Parisian theaters. Festivals are also on offer, as are encounters, performances and concerts.

It was in the prestigious and intimate part of Saint-Julien Chapel that the Threshold Theatre was elected. From October to May, and surprise surprises, this little theatre offers you programming rich in musical emotions… among others. For it is, above all, a theatre, hence the splendour of the French language: some parts are of course programmed; and above all, the end of the year shows with the shows of the workshops. Indeed, the Threshold Theatre also has the status of theatre and dance school, for small and large. Particularity of this theatre school: it engages with atypical school-based schools, providing courses for people with disabilities for example.

The rich programming of the Piano'cktail in Bouguenais explores the performing arts in all its forms: theater, music, dance, circus arts, puppets, conferences-debates ... like the 2022/2023 season which sees Stefano di Battista (saxophonist), Madeleine Peyroux (jazz), Les Fauves (juggling), Tanguy Pastureau (humor), Queen Blood (dance)... The venue also honors youth and family shows, since a good part of its programming is accessible to the youngest, with Wednesdays reserved for the youngest. As a presenter and co-producer, the Piano'cktail supports the creation and emergence of young companies and regional companies. Also noteworthy are the literary breakfasts, exhibitions, talks and wide angle evenings. Check out the program!

The theatre of the Marais began in the th century. At the time, the Marais is already a fashionable neighborhood and popular actors look for a place where they could represent themselves. It is then that the "marsh of the Marais" is formed in the room of the palm game street Old-du-Temple. This is where Corneille's first "Le Cid" will be played in January 1637. After a few years of success, the theatre took fire in 1644 and was completely renovated. The troupe no longer met the same success and it was only at the end of the th, with a renovation and the parts of Beaumarchais, that the theatre regained its lustre of yesteryear. Today, this place, which is located in Volta Street, lives with modern pieces. Since 2009 the theatre of the Marais is managed by Sébastien Autret, Charles Petit and Quentin Paulhiac. The great story continues…

This former village restaurant, transformed into a performance hall in 2008, remains Beauvoir's liveliest venue. A wide variety of shows are presented here, depending on the season and the mood: theater, song, clowning or music, to name but a few... This small 50-seat venue and the village square host a rich and eclectic program. An explosion of diversity that punctuates the seasons and delights the curious in search of surprising cultural discoveries. It's a warm place where you can let yourself be carried away by the magic of the shows, in a friendly, intimate atmosphere.

Since 2013, Agnès and Philippe Birsel have been at the helm of this small 100-seat theater. They offer a beautiful program in a small room with comfortable red seats that offers a real proximity with the actors. From Thursday to Sunday, there is theater in all its forms: classical, modern, comedy, humor and also music around jazz, gospel... If you want to try your hand at acting, theater courses are available for adults and young people. Courses for children are also offered during the school vacations. Just a step away from the Graslin theater, here is a small pocket theater with an intimate and warm atmosphere!

Since its opening in December 2006, we have come from the entire department and even later spend the evening in this area of art and culture, near the exit of Béziers West motorway. It is the pendant of that of the castle of O in Montpellier, and in the long term it could develop in the hard after various works. At the head of this structure, Jean Varéla, former director of La Cigalière de Cazilhac. With him emotion and sharing, the theatre is savour with pleasure, as one of his greatest successes "Love Kitchen". But we don't go to the Théâtre de Sortie Ouest only to attend a theatre show, a circus session, a curiosités or a concert - Etienne Daho… We also go to live a moment of intense life, well before the representation for dinner with the team under the very user-friendly top, in a wine bistro atmosphere, and discover product cooking. from the land prepared by Gilles Rochard. In a little time out West has naturally entered the cultural landscape. It is good to come here, it is good to drag it around. During the beautiful season you can enjoy the magnificent area with its secret alleys and its beautiful chapel.

In the middle of a shopping street and the indentation of a courtyard, this intimate 85-seat theatre has kept its soul from the past. Here you can find innovative shows from small companies. The Theatre of Exchange is an ideal place to enjoy many amateur troops who share their passion for comedy or drama.

Since the 1980s, this small, 50-seat theater, which in the 1950s premiered plays by audacious authors such as Genet and/or foreigners, has been presenting shows by young talent - authors, actors, directors, companies. Since 2002, we've been offering training workshops that provide conditional access to the Guichet Montparnasse stage. This venue also offers shows for young audiences.

Three rooms - four hundred and eighteen, two hundred and thirty and one hundred and thirty-four places - are the theatre located in the famous and green Cité internationale universitaire, which hosts foreign students. There are theatre and dance exhibits, as well as new circus and puppet shows, visual and video arts exhibitions, as well as concerts. Conferences, meetings, internships, open rehearsals, readings are open to spectators and professionals alike. The origin of the theatre dates back to 1968. Have gone on for four decades: Jérôme Savary, Bread and Rosetta, Victor Garcia, Antoine Vitez, Jean-Marie Paw…

Since 1980, the Italian Comedy has been established in a former commissariat. A nearby boutique has been attached to expand the entrance hall. This room of a hundred seats exclusively from the pieces of Italian, Classical and Contemporary authors, many of which have never been presented in France. His founders are actress Hélène Lestrade and director Attilio Maggiulli, former student of the Piccolo Teatro of Milan past the Comédie-Française and the Sun Theatre of Ariane Clown. He is a specialist in the Commedia dell'arte, who founded the Teatrino Italiano from Montparnasse in 1974 on rue du Maine. Pantomimes, texts by Ovid, Goldoni, Machiavelli, Casanova, Malaparte, Gramci, Pavese or Pasolini were mounted here in French. In addition, a school of Italian commedia issues courses and organizes courses in this unique place.

The company was created by the Railway Henri Dumay in the 1940 s. At the Valhubert theatre, located in Paris-Austerlitz station, it has set up many classic and contemporary pieces. What it continues to do, always linked to the world of rail via the comité d'etablissement SNCF de Paris Rive Gauche. The team moved from 2002 to 2008 in a former sports complex on the Rue du Chevaleret. As the latter was promised to destroy, acrobats returned their luggage to the Nap Theatre - 300 seats. We are not born under the sign of travel for nothing! In 2009, after a two-year renovation, Espace Flute reopened its doors. It retains its primary vocation with the presentation of quality performances.

It's a superb Italian-style theatre with 730 seats. The Théâtre de la Madeleine has a remarkable elegance. It was built in 1924 on the site of a horse-riding arena. Sacha Guitry staged many plays here in the 1930s and 1940s, including "N'écoutez pas, Mesdames", as did André Roussin in later decades. The acting couple Simone Valère and Jean Desailly have directed the company. In recent years, Audrey Tautou, Eddy Mitchell, and Roschdy Zem have enjoyed great success.

For a long time, the Parisians had this theatre of nine hundred and ninety places under the name of Eldorado. It is also known as a first room built here in 1858. It is a luxury coffee shop where you can sing, dance and drink, as well as just, but where you can also watch small pieces and pantomime or dance numbers. This was created in 1868 a poem by Jean-Baptiste Clément entitled Le Temps des Des. After being put in music by Antoine Renard, we know what fate he will know. Many artists go to Eldorado as a beginner before they go back to their features: Paulus, Yvette Guilbert, Mistinguett, Mayol, Polar, Dranem, Maurice Chevalier. In 1918, establishments of the Maori'conc'type went out of fashion, so Eldorado went to Music Hall. There are magazines, as well as vaudevilles and operettas. A Yiddish theatre will then implement it before the room is demolished, then rebuilt in 1933 to become a cinema of two thousand places. The room will keep its aesthetics 1930. In 1971, Eldorado returned to the Live Show. In 1994, Maurice Molina, the new boss of the sites, began a renovation of the site. It was the Rebaptisera theatre in 2000. The program is eclectic from Goldoni to Knight and Laspales. Note: Classic mornings are offered in this room by L'Ecla Theatre.

Built in 1902, the theater was once a municipal village hall. It took on its present name in 1960, in tribute to the famous actor, and gradually began to focus on the presentation of contemporary texts. Referred to by the acronym TGP, it also offers a wide range of workshops, and is involved in numerous initiatives with local associations. It is also home to the Saint-Denis Jazz Club, which offers regular concerts. The TGP also boasts a restaurant, Cuisine Club, and a bookshop, La P'tite Denise.

A long-standing address for artists'magazines, the Ten Hour Theatre today presents some man shows and loud comedies. At the location of this 1890 th place hall, there was first a cabaret of arts inaugurated in. He took his current name in 1925 under the direction of Roger Ferréol. He borrowed him from a Tirade tirade - in Les Linottes - referring to the fortune enjoyed by a theatre if he presented gay shows at 10 a. m. With artists such as Martini, Noël-Noël, Dalio, Saint-Granier, Jean Rigaux, Marguerite Moreno, Jeanne Fusier-Irm, he succeeded in creating a loyal audience. From the 1950 s, new talents are emerging: Oleo, Jean Breton, Jean Poiret, Michel Serrault, Anne-Marie Carrière, Thierry Le Luron… In the early 1980 s, the Ten Hour Theatre was directed towards theatre, notably under the direction of Michel Galabru and his son. You can see it by Mom or give me your linen, I make a machine, Didier Bénureau and Muriel Robin. He was the sponsor of the place when Michel Joyeau and Michel Miletti took their head in 1990 - in partnership with Just for Laughs since 2007. Laughter and song are in the spotlight. In the first category come to work Elie and Dieudonné, Franck Dubosc, Patrick Bosso, Stéphane Guillon, the Jamel Comedy Club… And in the second: Juliette, Marie-Paule Belle, Guy Montagné, Hervé Vilard, Nicole Croisille…

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Located next door to the Folies Bergère, the Théâtre Trévise is one of Paris's top addresses for laughter. And it's the freedom of tone that characterises this theatre. The stage is open to young talent, as well as world music and dance. Some are nervous, others promising, and even some future greats perform here. Jamel Debbouze, Eric et Ramzy and many others have performed at Le Trévise. The stage is open to artists who want to join the Festival international d'expression artistique libre et désordonnée.

The Bout was created by the company Les Cousins d'Arnolphe, which had the project to give the café-theatre the letters of nobility it deserves, to prove that it is a full theatrical discipline, a formidable way to address the essential issues of life. Their performances have travelled through the halls of Paris and elsewhere, with the support of Sylvie Joly, Yves Lecoq, Philippe Bouvard or Catherine Lachens, patron of the Café-Theatre school who sits at the End. The site opened in 1999. With 50 seats, the Bout Square room features mainly one man shows and the creations of the house troupe. In addition, there are open scene evenings and children's shows. In 2007, a second room was opened. Named The Round Round, it is specialised in the stand-up. Here is a little Bout with great ambitions!

This beautiful green area is located in the Bois de Boulogne, in the heart of the Domaine de Pré Catelan. From May to October, there are classic pieces on a lawn that can accommodate four hundred people. The theatre is in the heart of the Shakespeare Garden. The classics that often come back to honour: Les Scapin de Schemer de Molière, Jules Caesar of William Shakespeare, Volpone of Ben Jonson, The Tour de'd'Alexandre Dumas… Perfect for a sweet summer evening!

The theatre's name refers to a former venue located nearby, at 50 rue de Malte. Opened in 1866, it disappeared in 1967 after having been one of Paris's leading music-hall venues. It hosts concerts of chanson, rock, world music and jazz, as well as musicals, magic shows and comedy. It can accommodate 500 to 800 people and is housed in a building dating from 1911. At the time of writing, several shows are on offer, including the musical "Holidays", a tribute to Madonna.

Inaugurated in 1971, Theatre 71 became a national scene in 1992. His program is accompanied by beautiful theatre, dance or music creations, and, originality of the place, puppets.

There are two auditoriums, one seating 102, the other 64. The programme is varied: theatre, musicals and many shows for young audiences. We're located in the cellars of a former coaching inn. The venue was originally opened to contemporary theatre by a troupe of five actors led by Régis Santon in the 1970s. José Valverde succeeded him until 1987, then Alida Latessa in 1995. It was she who created the second venue, dedicated to song. The ensemble offers a rich programme.

This concert hall places culture and art in honour. Here for all tastes: concerts: French rock or song, theatre for big or small, but also exhibitions and cultural actions of all kinds.

Built on the narrow site of the former royal Jeu de Paume dating from the ^mid-18th century, this superb little Italian-style theater with a capacity of 493 seats has a charm all its own, due in part to the intimate atmosphere it exudes. Completely renovated in 2000, it boasts comfortable seats and perfect acoustics. It works hand in hand with Marseille's Théâtre du Gymnase and the Grand Théâtre de Provence, each year offering a program that alternates from one venue to the other, but is combined in a single catalog offered to the public.

A rural theatre led by Gérard André, this former village school is now a place of exchange and sharing. Nicknamed the "Campaign Olympia", the old classrooms see a lot of performances, from theatre to songs, poetry or even humor and exhibitions, everyone finds themselves there and appreciates this showroom living in the heart of the countryside.

This beautiful room can be proud to benefit throughout the year from an artistic programming, free or paying, both varied and often quality. In addition to the expected performances (especially theater plays), it also promotes music, stand-up, painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, etc. Then free to the tourist of the passage to take this and these events according to its expectations and availability. We strongly advise to go to the site of the town hall of Dammarie-les-Lys (tab "RECREATION - SPORTS - CULTURE" then "The Cultural Season") to download the complete program of the season in progress. For it does not soften to list upcoming shows in the city itself, but also in the vicinity in Melun, Le Mée-sur-Seine, Vaux-le-Penil, etc.

This 300-seat room dedicated to humour in all its forms was created by two passionate lovers of living art and scratch-hair, the couple Marguier. Because they lacked a place to express in an amusing way their local and national favourites, the Warehouse had to fill this void. The programming is of high quality, and many national artists come here to test their new shows. The most? The possibility of having dinner or a drink before or after the show.

Set in the former stables of the castle of La Gobinière, this original and warm theater hall celebrated its 20 years in 2018. It has about 200 seats and hosts all kinds of shows (adult, young audiences), but also exhibitions and conferences of Knowledge of the world and other organizations on themes of society, on art or history… The Pigeonnier (cabaret and theater bar), origami, the music school, Hangar (the Gobinière workshops, plastic arts teaching association) and the Creators Workshop (dedicated to visual arts and cultural initiatives) are also found.

Improvisation for all is the aim of this league, which offers amateur workshops and courses for all levels. In addition, the league puts on shows in a number of venues in and around Nantes - as well as in companies - in three forms: Script'acte (as the words are spoken, the text is written and projected onto a screen), Blablabar (spectators propose words or situations to the actors on the fly), and the Match d'improvisation in which two teams face each other (at the Maison de quartier de Doulon and the Coup du Lapin in particular). This year, you'll be able to see his new show Cabaret.

The TNT is a performance hall opened in 1998. The place was created and thought by actors as a space of creations and meetings. It offers shows for all audiences, including a program for the youngest which has been a great success. To come here is to discover the regional cultural melting pot with theater, circus, as well as music, dance, humor, poetry, tales and readings... without forgetting the exhibitions! A multidisciplinary stage, dedicated to emerging artists, which hosts more than 500 performances per year and more than 20,000 spectators. It is worth noting that you can learn acting here thanks to numerous theater workshops open to adults, with themes based on musicals, contemporary theater, theater in Spanish... At the end of the year, a real performance will punctuate this learning process. Teenagers will be able to take advantage of improvisation theater classes.

With a capacity of 544 seats, Le Liburnia benefits from the latest technological advances in acoustics, lighting and staging. The stage area covers almost 80 m², ensuring an immersive experience, while accessibility for people with reduced mobility has been carefully considered. Outside, the old stone façade has been preserved and harmoniously integrated into a new glass facade. With its eclectic, multi-disciplinary programming, Le Liburnia offers nearly forty shows each season.

Built after the Lille opera house burned down in 1903, this theater boasts a large, handsome auditorium with typical ^19th-century architecture and striking gilding. The recently renovated facade is splendid! What we love about the Théâtre Sébastopol is that you really feel you're in a place apart, with an eclectic program that includes many popular national artists, as well as international dancers and performers. A program of operettas at very attractive prices completes the line-up.