The Picture of Dorian Gray - Théâtre Le Ranelagh

Location

Théâtre Le Ranelagh
5 rue des Vignes, 75016 Paris
Capacity 300 seats

Duration

1 h 40 min

Without intermission

Details

Theatre

For all audiences

French with English surtitles

THIS SHOW IS IN FRENCH WITH SURTITLES!

The theatre piece, The Portrait of Dorian Gray, is performed in its French version with English surtitles to enable as many people as possible to see this classic of English literature.

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HIGHLIGHTS: THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY

Young aristocrat, Dorian Gray, is given a portrait of himself by a celebrated artist. Yet after climbing ever-higher through London's decadent Victorian social circles and a world of infinite pleasures, Dorian starts sinking into a cruel, hedonistic existence. Diving deeper into a life of vanity, the uncanny portrait begins to reflect his inner self, but just how far will Dorian go to preserve his lavish lifestyle and youthful looks?

Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray now playing at Théâtre Le Ranelagh, is a play that has already attracted over 100,000 spectators and been presented at three Avignon Festivals. Directed under Thomas Le Douarec's remarkable staging, this show is a part of Théâtre Le Ranelagh’s classic series.

How far will one go to protect one's vanity? Dorian Gray gladly finds himself climbing the ladder of London socialites at an alarming rate, opening a Pandora’s box of infinite pleasures he didn't know existed. When the love of his life commits suicide, however, things take a turn for the worst. While his whims know no bounds and his charms are felt by all, Dorian's treasured portrait begins to betray the toll that such a lifestyle can take on one's mind and body.

The epic tale by Oscar Wilde caused an uproar for its portrayal of Victorian aristocracy when first published and has undergone countless revisions, making it an ever-evolving and timeless piece! The story of The Picture of Dorian Gray is one of the greatest reflections on vanity, morality and the consequences of vice in modern literature.

Reviews

A show that leaves the room suspended...

"The audience is immediately drawn in... leaving the room is suspended." - Translated from French

FIGAROSCOPE

An emotional show that captivates the audie

"An emotional show that captivates the audience." - Translated from French

LE FIGARO

A must see!

"A must see!" - Translated from French

FRANCE INTER, LE MASQUE ET LA PLUME

A delight!

An intelligent staging and excellent actors that really honor the Wilde text. Bravo to the whole troupe, we had a delightful time!

Elosezhello

Sublime

Beautifully interpretted and wonderful acting, I highly recommend the only play by Oscar Wilde

Richard C.

It was wonderful

After having read the book, I was dying to see that show and I wasn't disappointed, I really appreciated the staging and the actors, I highly recommend it!

Yousra75012

Great!

A wonderful performance that enhances the Oscar Wilde text. The staging is perfectly orchestrated and the comedians' performance was breakthtaking, what talent! Bravo ad thank you for the exceptional work, a masterpiece

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Théâtre Le Ranelagh

5 rue des Vignes, 75016 Paris

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!

• The Cid #Theatre #SurtitledInEnglish
• Moliere's The Miser (L'Avare) #Comedy #SurtitledInEnglish
• The Marriage of Figaro or the Crazy Day #Theatre #SurtitledInEnglish
• The Picture of Dorian Gray #Theatre #SurtitledInEnglish
• The Fox and the Earth #Mime #NoDialogue #FamilyShow
• Scapin the Schemer #Comedy #SurtitledInEnglish

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

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FAQ

How do I get to Théâtre Le Ranelagh in the 16th arrondissement of Paris?

The Théâtre Le Ranelagh is accessible by:
Metro: Line 6 (station Passy), line 9 (station La Muette)
RER: Line C (station Boulainvilliers or Maison de la Radio Avenue du Président Kennedy)
Address: 5 rue des Vignes, 75016 Paris
In case of difficulty, our hotline can be reached during our business hours. Please see the footer of this page for our contact details.

What do I do when I get to Théâtre Le Ranelagh?

We recommend that you arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of The Picture of Dorian Gray, and present your voucher at the front desk. Théâtre Le Ranelagh’s English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats.
In the event of a delay, spectators will be allowed entrance to the theatre but seating in the purchased category is not guaranteed.

How long does the theatre piece, The Picture of Dorian Gray, last?

The theatre piece The Picture of Dorian Gray at Théâtre Le Ranelagh lasts approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, with no intermission.

It says that The Picture of Dorian Gray is recommended for children ages 10 and older. What does that mean?

The show is open to all, but the Théâtre Le Ranelagh recommends the show to spectators aged 10 and above so it may be appreciated to its fullest.

Is The Picture of Dorian Gray for an international audience or French speakers?

For both! The theatre piece, The Picture of Dorian Gray, is performed in its French version but is also surtitled in English so that international tourists can enjoy this English classic too.

Where will I be seated, and will I see the surtitles* properly?

You will be allocated balcony seats which will give you a better view of the stage and the surtitles. At Théâtre Le Ranelagh, the surtitles are projected high above the stage.
*Surtitles (also called supertitles) are the theatre equivalent of subtitles. That’s because in French “sur” means “above”.

Can I choose my seat when booking?

When purchasing tickets for The Picture of Dorian Gray, choose your preferred category and you will be allocated the best available seats in that category!
Please note that tickets of the same category that are booked during the same purchase session, in the same booking order on our website are always assigned side by side. To be sure of this, make sure all of your tickets are in the same category and are included in your shopping cart at the time of purchase.
If there are no available adjacent seating arrangements, our customer service team will contact you before the booking is confirmed.

Is there a dress code at Théâtre Le Ranelagh?

There is no specific dress code at Théâtre Le Ranelagh, but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.