Theatres in Provence

Supported by several govenrment bodies, including the City of Arles, Regional Council of Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur and the Ministry of Culture.

This theatre is the dream of Creative Director Gerard Gelas, and in 1971 they moved into their new premises here in St Catherine Street.

La Tache d'Encre Theatre is a wonderully eclectic mix of decor, sculptures and theatre shows.

With a carefully balanced programme of performances covering many disciplines, including opera, dance, theatre and music.

This new centre for culture, dance, music, performance and the arts was opened in the heart of Aix in November 2014.

Open all year round, this small theatre can be found just on the outskirts of the city walls in Avignon.

This small theatre seats 50 people makes it a very engaging place to come and see a show or performance.

You'll find a regular performing arts programme on at this theatre including orchestras, dance, circus and street acts as well as theatre shows.

Formerly known as the 'Ballet Preljocaj' the newly built Pavillon Noir was designed by the architect Rudy Ricciotti as centre built for dance adn to house the Ballet company.

The theatre company itself was formed in 1982 and became a permanent resident in Rue des Dyers, in the old cobblestone streets in the heart of Avignon.

Dedicated to music and the arts this fantastic new building is a wonderful addition to the performing arts scene of Provence and in particular Aix-en-Provence.

The theatre des Halles (Scene d'Avignon) is located inside the city walls, near the Place Pie and Les Halles Market.

The building of this theatre began in 1756 and was completed for the opening in 1787, and saw a complete renovation in more recent years in 1998.

Created inside an old printing house, this theatre and supper club has a touch of New Orleans about it, with it's balconied mezzanines and live shows.

This theatre plays host to many of the Festival Off performances in Avignon as well as showing many theatre companies, music and dance performances throughout the year.

This small theatre houses shows throughout the year and is one of the venues for the annual "Festival Off."

A collection of theatre venues based around the centre of Nimes with a multi-disciplinary programme.

This dance theatre has had its home in Avignon for over 40 years, showcasing contemporary and urban dance.