Right in the heart of Paris, on the Place du Châtelet, the Théâtre du Chatelet welcomes show lovers and stands as a standard-bearer for the performing arts in the capital. Listed as a historic monument since 1979, it stands out as a beautiful showcase with a sumptuous décor inside and out.
The Théâtre du Châtelet opened its doors in 1862, at a time when Paris was in full artistic and cultural swing. From the outset, it hosted a variety of shows, from opera and musicals to dance and theater. It thus contributed to enriching the cultural life of the French capital.
The theater has two main halls: the Grand Salle, which seats around 2,500 spectators, and the Théâtre de la Ville, with a capacity of around 600. These spaces are equipped with the latest audiovisual technologies, guaranteeing an immersive experience for the audience. It has witnessed key moments in the life of the capital, from the Belle Époque to the Roaring Twenties, via periods of war and reconstruction. Its stages have been trodden by such renowned artists as Maurice Ravel, Serge Diaghilev and many others.
The Théâtre du Châtelet also hosted the first performance in France ofIgor Stravinsky 's famous ballet "The Rite of Spring" in 1913, a performance that marked a turning point in the history of music and dance. Today, the Théâtre du Châtelet continues to play a central role in the cultural life of Paris, preserving its heritage while looking to the future.
L'Histoire du soldat: a theatrical and musical tale at the Théâtre du Châtelet
From June 19 to 29, 2025, the Théâtre du Châtelet welcomes L'Histoire du soldat, a singular work by Ramuz and Stravinsky, combining theater, music and dance, directed by Karelle Prugnaud. [Read more]
Ollie at the Théâtre du Châtelet: an original creation combining dance, skateboarding and parkour
The world of skateboarding invites itself to the prestigious Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris! From Friday April 25 to Sunday April 27, 2025, the famous Parisian theater will host an original creation directed by Nicolas Musin, with Pedro Winter as musical director. Entitled "Ollie", the show brings together 17 urban artists around a skateboard ramp! [Read more]
Ihsane: Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui combines dance, calligraphy and the quest for humanity at the Théâtre du Châtelet
From March 30 to April 6, 2025, Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui presents Ihsane, an exploration between dance and calligraphy, accompanied by the Forces program, with the Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève. [Read more]
La Cage aux Folles: a French production of the cult musical
La Cage aux Folles, the cult Broadway comedy, arrives in Paris in a new French production. Based on the play La Cage aux Folles by Jean Poiret, the musical, created by Harvey Fierstein and Jerry Herman for the music, will run at the Théâtre du Châtelet from December 5, 2025 to January 10, 2025, starring Laurent Lafitte. [Read more]
Bérénice: Isabelle Huppert under the direction of Romeo Castellucci
Romeo Castellucci revisits "Bérénice" with Isabelle Huppert, a free adaptation of Racine to be discovered from June 20 to July 6, 2025 at Théâtre de la Ville - Sarah Bernhardt. [Read more]
Pina Bausch: the poetic wave of Vollmond at the Théâtre de la Ville
From May 9 to 23, 2025, Pina Bausch's masterpiece "Vollmond" is presented at the Théâtre de la Ville. A work in which water becomes a choreographic element in its own right, brought together by Tanztheater Wuppertal and Terrain, under the direction of Boris Charmatz. [Read more]
Thérèse and Isabelle: forbidden love at Théâtre de la Ville
Marie Fortuit adapts Thérèse et Isabelle by Violette Leduc at Théâtre de la Ville, March 28-April 8. A plunge into a censored passion, at the heart of the taboos of her era. [Read more]
Helikopter: Angelin Preljocaj between gravity and vertigo at Théâtre de la Ville
From April 10 to May 3, 2025, Angelin Preljocaj revisits Helikopter and unveils a world premiere at Théâtre de la Ville - Sarah Bernhardt. [Read more]
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Location
Théâtre du Châtelet
1 Place du Châtelet
75001 Paris 1
Official website
www.chatelet.com
