Discovery of the Ledoux Theatre

Name: Découverte du théâtre Ledoux
Start: 2022-09-17T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2022-09-18T15:30:00+02:00
Location: Les 2 Scènes, Scène nationale de Besançon - Théâtre Ledoux

Visit and conference on the Ledoux Theatre

17 et 18 septembre 2022Passat

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The 2 Stages and the International Music Festival join forces and open the doors of the Ledoux Theatre. Dive behind the scenes and into the history of the building and discover the architectural innovations of Claude-Nicolas Ledoux during a conference.

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Thème 2022

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À propos du lieu

Les 2 Scènes, Scène nationale de Besançon - Théâtre Ledoux

49 rue Mégevand, 25000 Besançon

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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

In the second half of the 18th century, Besançon experienced a period of economic stability conducive to urban development. In 1764 Charles-André de Lacoré, the new intendant of Franche-Comté, settled at Besançon. Eager to bring the necessary embellishments to a capital, he called for the construction of the theatre to a renowned Parisian architect, Claude-Nicolas Ledoux, already present in Franche-Comté for the construction of the Saline Royale de la forêt de Chaux. The construction of the theatre began in the spring of 1778 under the direction of architect Bertrand, the work will be completed in 1784\. Claude Nicolas Ledoux will be able with this bisontine commission to concretize his conception of the theatre. Inspired by the Italian architect Palladio (1508-1580) for the treatment of its facade and the exterior architecture of the building, Ledoux innovates for the interior layout. Removing the dressing rooms of the Italian theatres, he reconnects with the ancient tradition of the

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Lieu de spectacles, sports et loisirs, Villes et Pays d'art et d'histoire, Monument historique

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