Théâtre de Lorient

The Théâtre de Lorient is a theater building designed by Henri Gaudin with two main performance halls holding a combined total of 1,034 seats and a studio space for smaller productions. The layout accommodates different performance formats and audience sizes within a single complex.

The original theater was destroyed during the 1943 bombing and the new structure was constructed between 2001 and 2003 with support from the European Union and French authorities. This rebuilding made the theater a symbol of cultural renewal for the city following wartime destruction.

The venue holds the status of National Drama Center and serves as a space for theater productions, dance performances, music concerts, and circus acts throughout the year.

The venue operates across two locations: the Grand Théâtre at Place de l'Hôtel de Ville and the CDDB space at 11 rue Claire Droneau in Lorient. Knowing both addresses helps when planning which production to attend at each site.

Simon Delétang took over as director in October 2022 and has developed programs blending classical theater adaptations with contemporary performing arts. This mix of classical and modern work defines the theater's current character.