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Théâtre du Chêne noir

Avignon

A 13th-century church transformed into a dramatic stage where Shakespeare and Molière get bold modern makeovers. The stone walls echo with reinvented classics, and some nights you might find yourself pulled from the pews into the performance itself.

historic venue
immersive theater
French classics
audience participation

Tips

🎭"Molière in the present" (Martin)
"Wonderful venue in a 13th century church"

Théâtre du Chêne noir

8 bis Rue Sainte-Catherine, 84000 Avignon, France

Upcoming at Théâtre du Chêne noir

Sunday, Jun 14
Intramuros

Intramuros

June 14 at 7pm

A director walks into a prison to teach theater and ends up questioning what theater even means. Alexis Michalik's intricate production weaves unexpected twists with actors who morph between multiple characters, all set to evocative live music.

Wednesday, Jul 1
LE CONTE D'HIVER

LE CONTE D'HIVER

July 1

Shakespeare's wild ride from jealous rage to shepherd's festival gets the full treatment: 12 audience members join the cast on stage in this inventive staging that trusts your imagination as much as the actors'.

Saturday, Jul 4
L'Ecole des femmes

L'Ecole des femmes

July 4

Molière's razor-sharp comedy gets new life in a stunning 13th-century church turned theater. Watch Arnolphe's desperate schemes unravel as his young ward outsmarts him at every turn. Classic French farce in an unforgettable setting.