Théâtre Rive Gauche, Theatre in Montparnasse district, Paris, France
Theatre Rive Gauche is a theater building in the 14th arrondissement of Paris with a main auditorium holding around 400 seats. The venue presents contemporary theatrical productions within its compact performance space.
The building opened in 1994 on the site of a former cabaret from Montparnasse's earlier era, which had later served as a cinema named Grand Theatre d'Edgar. This marks a transformation of the cultural space that passed through different entertainment formats.
The building displays artwork by painter Pierre Clayette on its exterior, which gives the theater a distinctive artistic character. This visual element has become part of the venue's identity in the neighborhood.
The theater is accessible and located in the lively Montparnasse neighborhood with good public transportation connections nearby. It is recommended to arrive in advance when performances are scheduled to secure preferred seating.
The theater was taken over in 2012 by Eric-Emmanuel Schmitt and Bruno Metzger, who introduced audiovisual technologies to enhance traditional performances. This blend of classical theater with modern technical tools sets it apart from other venues in the area.
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