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Municipal Theatre of Lisieux dans le Calvados

Patrimoine classé
Patrimoine urbain
Théâtre
Calvados

Municipal Theatre of Lisieux

    2 Rue au Char
    14100 Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Théâtre municipal de Lisieux
Crédit photo : Edouard Hue (EdouardHue) - Sous licence Creative Commons

Timeline

XIXe siècle
Époque contemporaine
1900
2000
1889
Design of plans
15 avril 1891
Validation of initial project
1894
New draft adopted
13 juillet 1967
Closing for danger
17 septembre 1985
Registration historical monument
1987
Complete renovation
1988
Reopening to the public
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui

Heritage classified

Facades and roofs of theatre and wing back to the north; showroom with all its decor, including the dressing rooms and the decor of the opening of stage with the two side panels, the panel and the curtain (Box AC 108): inscription by decree of 17 September 1985

Key figures

Charles Lucas - Municipal architect Author of theatre plans in 1889.
Jean-Marie Laloy - Inspirator Architect Plans of the theatre of Fougères taken over.
Patou - Local sculptor Author of the pediment tympanum.
Vaquet - Painter-Decorator Made the ceramics adorned with rinceaux.

Origin and history

The municipal theatre of Lisieux, designed by architect Charles Lucas in 1889, is inspired by the plans of the theatre of Fougères designed by Jean-Marie Laloy. Initially planned place The Henneyer, the project was suspended in 1891 against the local opposition. A new plan was adopted in 1894, incorporating the theatre over an old party hall. The building, made of brick and stone, has a rationalist facade on two levels, with a triangular pediment decorated with a tympanum carved by Patou and ceramics signed Vaquet.

The room, decorated with a painted sky and a trompe l'oeil balustrade, accommodates 622 seats at its opening. Ranked dangerous, the theatre closed in 1967 and was listed as historical monuments in 1985. A complete renovation in 1987 restored the vestibule, fireplace, room and stage, preserving its original style. Since 1988, it has offered a variety of programming: theatre, music, dance, and events such as meetings with artists or exhibitions.

Managed by the urban community Lisieux Normandie, the theatre, renamed Lisieux Normandie, remains a major cultural place in the region. Its architecture, combining rationalism and ancient references, as well as its preserved scenography, make it a remarkable example of the Italian theatres of the late 19th century. Protected elements include facades, roofs, the room with its decor, and dressing rooms, reflecting its heritage importance.

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