Théâtre Le Ranelagh

  • 5 rue des Vignes, 75016 Paris
  • Capacity: 300 seats
  • Boulanvilliers     
  • La Muette     

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ABOUT

History and Fun Facts about the Théâtre Le Ranelagh

 

Step into the grand auditorium of the Théâtre Le Ranelagh, and prepare to be wowed by the ornate carved oak panelling adorning the orchestra and balconies, as well as the intricately decorated ceiling. Looking around you, it’s not hard to believe that this building is listed as one of Paris’ 'historical monuments'…

 

The Théâtre Le Ranelagh is tucked away in the heart of Paris’ 16th arrondissement, a few paces away from the Eiffel Tower on one side, and the bois de Boulogne on the other. It is built on the site of the old Château de Boulainvilliers, the estate was at the time right outside the city and covered 8 hectares (almost 12 football fields!). The theatre itself is rich in history and over 120 years old, after being converted to replace the château's music room by the landowner of the time into his own private venue where he could invite all the best-known actors and musicians in Paris to play there for him and his friends. After his death, the entire estate was destroyed to make way for the expanding city of Paris. All, that is, except for the theatre which was miraculously saved, and to this day still stands in its original spot! Don't be fooled by the unassuming exterior, once inside the Théâtre Le Ranelagh you can feast your eyes on its original decor of plush red velvet seating and carved oak panelling throughout.

 

The theatre is designed in the French style, meaning all of the seats are directly facing the stage and giving the auditorium a rectangular shape. The venue also features a small bar in its foyer complete with a fireplace and enough seating for up to 80 people, perfect for a drink before the performance.

 

Not just a theatre…

For a time in the early 1900s, the theatre was used as a cinema, which was incredibly popular. The director of the world-famous film Les enfants du paradis loved the theatre, and often programmed the film to be screened there. The cinema tradition still exists at Le Ranelagh, and films are still screened there from time to time! In addition to film screenings and a show programme rich with plays by classic French playwrights, the Théâtre Le Ranelagh holds puppet shows for younger audiences and other community events.

 

Here are some of our favourites playing this season!

 

See all shows playing at Ranelagh here!

 

Fast facts
Capacity: 300
Handicap Accessible: Yes, please contact us to ensure proper seating in accessible areas
Air conditioning: No
Heating: Yes

LOCATION

5 rue des Vignes, 75016 Paris

Boulanvilliers     , La Muette     , Passy    

Past shows at this venue

Comedy

Theatre

The Marriage of Figaro

'The Marriage of Figaro' by Pierre Beaumarchais is one of the most significant and influential plays in the French theatre repertoire. It is a fast-paced, witty romantic comedy that also raises important social and political questions, which still ring as
until 5/29/15
from 29 €

Theatre

Expat Night - Cyrano de Bergerac

Each month, our English-speaking friends gather in Paris for drinks and a show. Check what's playing for Expat Theatre Night this month!
until 4/23/18
from 44 €

Theatre

Corneille's The Cid

Akin to a Romeo and Juliet, The Cid captures the heart-wrenching twists and turns of young love and ancient family duty.
until 12/23/24
from 19 €

Theatre

Victor Hugo's Ruy Blas

An undeniable pairing? Paris, theatre, and Victor Hugo. Ruy Blas is a commoner-in-disguise who dares to love Spanish royalty.
until 12/23/24
from 30 €

Theatre

The Picture of Dorian Gray (English version)

A taste of Oscar Wilde right here in Paris, the pleasures and fancies of Victorian aristocracy know no bounds! Select special dates performed entirely in English
until 4/5/19
from 25 €

Theatre

Molière's Dom Juan

The lordly Dom Juan and his sidekick embark on endless adventures of seduction, but will his willing ways catch up with him in the end?
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Theatre

Molière's The Misanthrope

Do you dislike your fellow man? Go and see this Molière classic. You'll never be the same.
until 4/12/20
from 22 €

Theatre

Drama

The Three Musketeers

In their latest production, Jean-Philippe Daguerre and Charlotte Matzneff bring Alexandre Dumas's musketeers to life! Sword fighting, love stories, and poetry await you.
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Comedy

Theatre

The Bourgeois Gentleman (Ranelagh)

Join Monsieur Jourdain and his kooky desire to elevate his social status in this funny and refreshing staging at the Theatre Le Ranelagh, perfect for the whole family.
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Comedy

Theatre

Le Dindon

Adults and children, you are invited to the Le Ranelagh theater for moments of guaranteed laughter in front of the play Le Dindon, a cult french comedy by Feydeau.
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Comedy

The Muses

Four masterpieces decide to blow up their frames and speak out, after their museum decides to pit them against each other in a supposedly modern beauty contest.
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Comedy

Twelfth Night

A delirious and poetic comedy by the great British master of the theatre, William Shakespeare.
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Comedy

La Crème de Normandie

Hervé Devolder's new comedy will introduce you to the charms of the eccentric region of Normandy! Join us for an hour and a half of non-stop laughter!
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Comedy

Theatre

Molière's School for Wives

This 17th-century comedy has survived the centuries without a single wrinkle!
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Comedy

Theatre

Drama

The Imaginary Invalid

Discover one of the greatest plays of the French theatrical repertoire! Satire, intelligence, and humor are at the forefront.
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Theatre

Rameau's Nephew

A philosophical conversation between a failed young musician and a philosopher.
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Theatre

L'antichambre

A fascinating look at a pivotal period in French history, when salons were places of power and influence.
until 12/23/24
from 19 €

Theatre

One-man show

Being Cyrano (Dans la peau de Cyrano)

A profound passion for theatre opens unexpected doorways for one young boy caught on the horns of a crisis…
until 12/23/24
from 19 €

Theatre

Little Women

The moving story of four sisters in 19th-century America.
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Theatre

Les trois sœurs

A tale of three Russian sisters, as told through the lyricism of a beloved playwright…
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Comedy

Musical

Virginie and Paul

A wild musical comedy performed by three talented actors and three musicians.
until 12/23/24
from 20 €

Comedy

Mime

The Fox and the Earth

A unique ecological fable for the whole family!
until 12/23/24
from 15 €

Comedy

Theatre

Molière's The Misanthrope

Do you dislike your fellow man? Go and see this Molière classic. You'll never be the same.
until 12/23/24
from 19 €