Théâtre des Halles, Theatre venue in Avignon, France
The Théâtre des Halles occupies a former 14th-century convent building with two separate performance spaces of different sizes. The main stage is approximately 11 meters (36 feet) wide and about 24 meters (79 feet) deep, while a smaller space serves intimate audiences of up to 50 people.
The building began as a convent in the 14th century and functioned as a religious site for several centuries. It was transformed into a cultural venue in the 20th century and officially opened as a theater in 1983.
The name refers to the historic market halls that once occupied this location. Today, artists and audiences gather here for contemporary performances and creative exchange rooted in local artistic communities.
The venue features climate control throughout and provides wheelchair accessibility for visitors of all mobility levels. Clear signage helps visitors navigate the two performance spaces and find their seats.
One of the two performance spaces is housed in a former chapel whose original religious architecture remains intact. This dual purpose—mixing spiritual heritage with contemporary theater use—creates an unusual setting for smaller productions.
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