Une histoire d'amour at Le Splendid - Théâtre Le Splendid

Location

Théâtre Le Splendid
48 rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin, 75010 Paris
Capacity 300 seats

Duration

1 h 25 min

Without intermission

Details

Classic Theatre

For all audiences

In French

THIS SHOW IS IN FRENCH!

The theatre piece, Une histoire d’amour is more suited to a French-speaking audience because it is performed exclusively in French. If you feel like you have a sufficient level of French to follow along—discover French theatre through this poignant piece!

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HIGHLIGHTS: UNE HISTOIRE D’AMOUR

Get ready for an intense and moving theatre experience with Alexis Michalik's Une histoire d'amour at the Théâtre Le Splendid. This master of contemporary theatre takes you on a poignant tale of love, family and grief.

The besotted couple Katia and Justine decide to have a child. But fate intervenes and turns their lives upside down. Justine's disappearance a few days before the birth of their child plunges Katia into a pit of depression. Twelve years later, when faced with her own mortality, she strives to find a new guardian for her daughter. As fate would have it, her estranged brother William reappears, a cynical writer whom she has not seen for many, many years.

Alexis Michalik, renowned for his virtuoso direction and polished scripts, has created a play that is both funny and genuinely moving. His powerful writing explores the intricacies of the human soul with intelligence, finesse and great sensitivity.

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Théâtre Le Splendid

48 rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin, 75010 Paris

History and Fun Facts about the Théâtre Le Splendid

Located in the thriving heart of the Parisian theatre district, the Théâtre Le Splendid has earned a reputation as one of the city’s favorite cafés-concerts venues. Historically, these small and intimate venues have hosted popular comedy, stand-up and one-man-shows, and a host of all-singing, all-dancing acts, cabaret, and improvised theatre. Since they were not technically classed as theatres, cafés-concerts became the hippest place to see shows and to be seen, with more and more springing up all across Paris. Soon, they became the hub of popular entertainment.
When Théâtre Le Splendid opened in 1896 at the height of the Belle Époque period, the splendidly named café-concert boasted a packed programme that blended theatre and music. It became the place where great performers like Maurice Chevalier and Mistinguett first took to the stage. In the 1950s, the theatre was turned into a cinema, but it returned to its original form only a few decades later, and has remained a hugely popular performing arts venue ever since.

In the 1970’s and 1980’s, a band of French actors called the Troupe du Splendid staged numerous comedies for French theatre and cinema, becoming akin to France’s very own Monty Python. In 1974, while Le Splendid was working part-time as both a cinema and a casino, the actors claimed the theatre as their home and gave it the name it bears today. The venue had well and truly earned its place in the hearts of Parisian theatre-goers.

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

FAQ

How do I get to Théâtre Le Splendid in the 10th arrondissement of Paris?

The Théâtre Le Splendid is accessible by:
Metro: Line 4 ( Strasbourg Saint-Denis station), line 5 (Jacques Bonsergent station), line 8 (Strasbourg Saint-Denis station), line 9 (Strasbourg Saint-Denis station), line 11 (République station)
Address: 48 rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin, 75010 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 Splendid?

We advise that you arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of Une histoire d'amour, and present your voucher at the front desk. Théâtre Le Splendid’s English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats.

How long does the theatre piece, Une histoire d'amour, last?

Une histoire d'amour at Théâtre Le Splendid lasts approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes, with no intermission.

It says that Une histoire d'amour is in French with no surtitles. Is it still accessible to English speakers?

The theatre piece, Une histoire d'amour is more suited to a French-speaking audience because it is performed exclusively in French. If you feel like you have a sufficient level of French to follow along—discover French theatre through this poignant piece!

Can I choose my seat when booking?

When purchasing tickets for Une histoire d’amour, 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 Splendid?

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