Located in the heart of the capital, the Théâtre du Châtelet is an emblematic Parisian venue intimately linked to the history of the city and the performing arts. The greatest artists performed there and made the audience vibrate for a few hours.
From its terrace and its breathtaking view of Paris to the theater, immerse yourself in the true history of the Théâtre du Châtelet.
A few words about the history of the Theatre:
Built by Gabriel Davioud in 1862, the Théâtre du Châtelet is part of the great work of Haussmann that transformed the face of Paris under the Second Empire.
As announced by the cartridges on the ceiling of its majestic room, the place is dedicated as much to theatre as to dance, opera or music. As such, it hosted emblematic shows that mark its history today. In 1912, Nijinsky danced L'Après-midi d'un faune to a music by Debussy and in 1917, he played Parade de Satie et Cocteau (with a decor and costumes signed Picasso). Later, other celebrities made it famous: Luis Mariano, Tino Rossi, Aznavour for the music; Patrice Chéreau, Pierre Boulez or Robert Wilson for the theater. When it is not on the stage, it is in its walls that one can apprehend contemporary art: Gérard Garouste realizes his curtain and Valerio Adami the murals of his foyer-bar. The Théâtre du Châtelet is thus apprehended by its architecture, its transdisciplinary approach and its location in a district steeped in history in the heart of Paris.