Theatre in Paris

There are cities where theater is part of life, and Paris is one of them. Just remember that Molière is known as the father of French comedy and also of modern theater. Hence, the city is full of great theaters famous for its plays and we are going to tell you all about it, so you can plan a soiree at a theater.

First you should know that you have a whole range of classical theater in La Comedie Francaise. This theater was founded by Louis XIV in 1680 and is located in the heart of the city, near the Louvre Museum. It specializes in plays by French authors.

Zingara Theatre is famous for its theater full of magic, where its director, theater and film teacher Bartabas, merges contemporary dance with drama and circus elements, where the true protagonists are horses. This theater has been acclaimed for its pioneering nature and excellence. Until February the show Calaca is bieng presented, an interesting reflection on death that is depicted with a carnival. Its  address is 176 Avenue Jean-Jaurès and the prices ??of tickets per person range from 40 to 50 euros. We recommend making reservations early.

Les Bouffes Parisien, was built in the nineteenth century and takes its name from the work of the German composer, creator of the modern operetta and  theater founder, Jacques Offenbach. From the 60′s it  has been one of the most dynamic theaters in Paris and is showing until March 2012 Nobody’s Perfect, a play which includes views of daily life and games of relationships  It is located at 4 rue Monsiguy and tickets must be booked in time. The theater is located in an area full of small restaurants and bars that make it ideal to end the evening.

The Théâtre de la Ville is a great alternative for those who enjoy surrealism and more contemporary and different proposals of the  avant-garde performing arts. It is a space open to the world and to creation, where all artistic representations, such as dance, music, and many more have a place of expression. Its address is 31 rue des Abbesses and it has different ways to access, prices depend on the shows: dance and theater are between 14 and 25 euros, depending on age. This theater has activities throughout the year.

The Théâtre Châtelet is a place that specializes in music programs. Throughout the year have very good programs in dance, concerts, operas, and classical and contemporary music . This year 2012 it will present an interesting opera in 3 acts  “Nixon in China”. It is located at 2 rue Edouard Colonne and prices vary per show, but in the last 15 minutes before a show starts you can buy tickets at a special rate,- if available-  with a cost between 10 and 20 euros, depending on age. It has programs throughout the year.

Nancy Guzman

A wise decision is to spend the first months of 2012 in apartments in Paris so you can enjoy good theater programs, music, dance and opera.

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Translated by: Marc
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