Théâtre d'Angoulême, National theatre venue in Angoulême, France.
The theatre building contains three performance halls: a main auditorium with 730 seats, the Bagouet studio with 103 seats, and the Odeon with 60 seats.
Architect Antoine Soudée designed the theatre, which opened its doors in 1870 and features two sculptures by Jules Blanchard representing Comedy and Drama on its facade.
The theatre holds 200 performances annually, including theater productions, dance shows, magic acts, concerts, and exhibitions that attract 50,000 spectators each season.
Located on Avenue des Maréchaux in Angoulême, the theatre provides sound assistance devices for hearing-impaired visitors and maintains full accessibility for reduced mobility patrons.
The Latin inscription 'Castigat ridendo mores' adorns the facade, expressing the notion that comedy corrects social behaviors through laughter.
Location: Angoulême
Architects: Antoine Soudée
Official opening: 1870
Website: http://theatre-angouleme.org
GPS coordinates: 45.64700,0.15476
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:52
The monuments, museums, and natural sites of Angoulême, a city located in Charente. The city features a Romanesque cathedral, medieval fortifications, museums dedicated to comics and fine arts, as well as parks and gardens along the ramparts. The historic center has several churches, mansions, and squares lined with cafes. Green spaces and viewpoints allow for viewing the panorama over the Charente Valley.
Angoulême Cathedral
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Hôtel de Ville, Angoulême
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Musée d'Angoulême
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Église Notre-Dame d'Obezine
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Saint-André
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Prefecture Hotel of Charente
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Hôtel Saint-Simon
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Ancienne église Saint-Martin
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Angoulême market hall
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Ancien évêché d'Angoulême
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Temple protestant d'Angoulême
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Vieux puits
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Hôtel Mousnier-Longpré
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Enceinte d'Épernon
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Maison de la Marbrerie
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Porte ancienne, 61 rue du Minage
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Immeuble 18 rue d'Iéna
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Lanterne des morts de Saint-André
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Immeuble 14 rue d'Iéna
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Immeuble 12 rue d'Iéna
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Immeuble 28 rue d'Iéna
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Immeuble 9 rue d'Iéna
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