La Carène, Event venue in Port de Commerce, Brest, France.
La Carène is an event venue in Brest designed with angular architectural lines and expansive glass walls that overlook the commercial port. The building contains six rehearsal studios, recording facilities, and spaces for concerts, workshops, and training programs.
The venue opened in 2007 as a contemporary music space serving the Brest metropolitan region and signaled a shift in local live entertainment. Architect Jacques Ripault designed the building to reflect modern design principles of that era.
The venue functions as a creative hub where emerging musicians can access rehearsal rooms and technical support to develop their craft. It serves as a meeting place for local artists to collaborate and present their work.
The calendar changes regularly with a mix of concerts, workshops, and training sessions throughout the year. Check ahead to learn what events are happening and which areas of the building may be open to visitors.
The venue hosts the RappeuZ national competition, a festival that specifically showcases female performers in the French rap scene. This competition has grown into a recognized platform for discovering emerging talent in the genre.
Location: Brest
Architects: Jacques Ripault
Website: http://lacarene.fr
GPS coordinates: 48.38479,-4.48195
Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:43
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