Théâtre du Châtelet, Concert hall and opera theater in Place du Châtelet, Paris, France.
The Théâtre du Châtelet is a large opera house and concert hall located at Place du Châtelet in Paris's 1st arrondissement. The building displays a classical facade with broad arcades, and its interior offers spacious seating with modern comfort and excellent acoustics designed for diverse performances.
The theater was designed by architect Gabriel Davioud and built as part of Baron Haussmann's transformation of Paris, opening to the public in 1862. Its creation marked a period of major architectural change in the city.
The venue has long served as a place where artists could present new and daring works to Paris audiences. Visitors today can sense this tradition of creative boldness in the productions still staged here.
The theater sits directly on Place du Châtelet and is easily accessible by public transportation. Visitors should allow time to explore the surrounding area and take advantage of its proximity to other attractions like the Seine and nearby museums.
A notable production was the stage adaptation of Jules Verne's Around the World in Eighty Days, which ran at the theater for many years in the early 1900s. This long run shows how audiences returned to see the same beloved work repeatedly.
Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1862
Architects: Gabriel Davioud
Official opening: 1862
Capacity: 2500
Accessibility: Accesible en silla de ruedas
Industry: creative industries
Address: Place du Châtelet
Phone: +33140282800
Website: http://chatelet-theatre.com
GPS coordinates: 48.85778,2.34639
Latest update: December 14, 2025 00:38
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