Théâtre des Folies-Marigny

Théâtre des Folies-Marigny was a theatre building on the Champs-Élysées in Paris that held approximately 300 seats. It sat at the eastern end of Carré Marigny square and faced west toward the Cirque National across the plaza.

The building was constructed in 1848 by the City of Paris for magician Lacaze. It underwent several name changes and eventually became Théâtre des Folies-Marigny in 1864, before being demolished in 1881 to make room for a panorama building.

The venue attracted audiences eager to experience new musical works, particularly operettas that shaped Parisian taste for light entertainment. Visitors came to witness performances that defined the city's theatrical culture during the mid-1800s.

The location sits on the Champs-Élysées near Carré Marigny, making it easy to find on a map of central Paris. No original structure remains visible today since the site was completely redeveloped in 1881.

The venue initially opened in 1848 as a magic performance space for a single magician. This transformation from conjuring stage to operetta theater illustrated how the space adapted to new artistic trends and public tastes.

Inception: 1848

Official opening: 1848

Capacity: 300

GPS coordinates: 48.86860,2.31367

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:20