Théâtre du Châtelet — Attraction in Paris

Hello, yesterday I've seen long awaited Les Miserables at Chatlet and im sad to say but i found it rather disappointing. I 've read this monumental piece of literature as a teenager and was looking forward to seeing the musical. I was somehow sure that the musical will aim at conveying the same message the novel does , one of fight for rights of common people, for freedom , enlightment. I thought that the purpose of the musical is to honor Victor Hugo and his work but also also to remind the viewers of the messages that he left for us, which should be the values of of France, you know freedom, equality of people, fight against tyranny ,secularism. Sadly this play failed at both. In case you've forgotten it , back in the 19 century when Hugo wrote the novel all over the world France was seen as a lighthouse of freedom and progress, European nobility was fearing it and people were celebrating it and looking up to it. Victor Hugo clealry depicted the unbridgeable divide between the people and the upper classes, the suffering and the peoples' struggle to rid themselves of the opressor'boots under which they were squeezed. The musical however completely relativizes the problems the novel deals with and creates a weird mishmash by introducing the idea that there might have been a solidarity between church and people. Not only that Victor Hugo was not religious , and that such a notion does not appear in the novel, you are forgetting that this is...

The Théâtre du Châtelet is a true cultural gem! Located in a stunning setting by the Seine, it combines architectural elegance with a top-tier artistic program.

The performances are diverse and daring, blending reimagined classics, contemporary creations, and international productions. Each show is meticulously staged with talented performers, offering moments of deep emotion.

The staff is welcoming and always available to assist with any questions. The seating is comfortable, though some seats in the upper levels may have slightly obstructed views.

A special mention goes to the exceptional acoustics of the venue, which enhance every note and every word. Whether you're a fan of opera, musicals, or contemporary theater, the Châtelet is a must-visit for all lovers of the performing arts.

A place that truly honors Parisian culture and fully...

The Imperial Theater of Châtelet was built between 1860 and 1862 by Gabriel Davioud at the request of Baron Haussmann , at the same time as the current Théâtre de la Ville which faces it on the other side of Place du Châtelet [ 2 ] , built on the site of the old fortress of the Grand Châtelet , which served as a prison and court under the Old Regime , and which was destroyed in 1808 during the reign of Napoleon I. The construction, undertaken as part of the transformations of Paris under the Second Empire , led to the removal of several public roads:rue Pierre-à-Poisson , rue de la Saunerie , rue de l'Arche-Pépin and part of rue Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois . Two new ways were drilled to frame the building: the current rue Édouard-Colonne and the...