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Origin and history

The Municipal Circus of Troyes, built in the early 20th century, replaces two previous circuses destroyed by fires in 1892 and 1901. The architect Henri Schmit designs the existing stone building, inaugurated in 1905 on the Mail Preize. This versatile building hosts shows, boxing matches (like Marcel Cerdan), and various events. It symbolizes the municipal will to provide Troyes with a sustainable cultural place after past tragedies.

In 1930, architect Denis Tsaropoulos partially changed the structure. In 1967, the circus was transformed into a congress hall, marking an evolution towards more diverse uses. In 1975, it was registered as a historical monument and labeled "Heritage of the 20th Century" and renamed Théâtre de Champagne in 1978. This change reflects its adaptation to contemporary cultural needs, while preserving its architectural heritage.

The building, located on Gambetta Boulevard, has been protected for its facades and roofs since 1975. Owned by the municipality of Troyes, it now embodies both a living place of performance and a testimony of Troyan urban history. Its architecture, combining functionality and aesthetics, makes it an emblematic monument of the Great East, linked to the local cultural identity.

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