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Théâtre ou salle de spectacle de Paris
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Theatre Tristan-Bernard - Paris 8th

    64 Rue du Rocher
    75008 Paris 8e Arrondissement
Théâtre Tristan-Bernard - Paris 8ème
Théâtre Tristan-Bernard - Paris 8ème
Théâtre Tristan-Bernard - Paris 8ème
Crédit photo : kenobi75 - Sous licence Creative Commons

Timeline

XIXe siècle
Époque contemporaine
1900
2000
1912-1914
Construction of theatre
1919
Open to the public
1930
Directorate of Tristan Bernard
1936
Ere Charles de Rochefort
1973
Repurchase by Dominique Nohain
1991
Historical monument classification
2013
Direction of Pascal Guillaume
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui

Heritage classified

Large room and room Villiers (Box 08: 04 BX 45): inscription by order of 19 February 1991

Key figures

Théo Petit - Architect Manufacturer of the building (1912-1914).
Léopold Bellan - Founder of the Institute Initial sponsor of the theatre.
Tristan Bernard - Director and writer Directed the theatre in 1930-1931.
Charles de Rochefort - Comedian and Director Specializes in theatre in the polar (1936-1972).
Mary Grant - Comedian and Director Directed during World War II.
Edy Saiovici - Director (1986-2013) Period marked by contemporary creations.
Pascal Guillaume - Artistic director then owner Head since 2013, owner since 2014.

Origin and history

The Tristan-Bernard Theatre, located 64 rue du Rocher in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, was built between 1912 and 1914 by architect Théo Petit for the Léopold Bellan Foundation. Originally designed to host meetings and educational performances of a girls' institute, it opened to the public in 1919 as the Albert-Ier theatre, in tribute to the Belgian king. The large 400-seat room and the 200-seat Villiers Hall, both decorated in a neo-Louis XVI style inspired by the Gaveau Hall, were inaugurated in 1914.

In 1930, the writer Tristan Bernard took the direction and renamed the Tristan-Bernard theatre, presenting his own comedy for a season. After his departure, the theatre returned to his original name, Albert-Ier Theatre, before being renamed Charles-de-Rochefort Theatre in 1936 by the actor Charles de Rochefort, who set up successful police plays there. Engaged during the Second World War, he gave direction to his wife, Mary Grant, and then to their son Jean Dejoux, who ensured continuity until 1972. The programming then alternates between classics (Corneille, Mérimée) and contemporary works.

In 1973, Dominique Nohain, son of animator Jean Nohain, bought the theatre and renamed it Tristan-Bernard. He was followed in 1986 by Edy Saiovici, who ran the hall until his death in 2013, when the theatre welcomed artists such as Dany Boon, Albert Dupontel or Short Counter. Since 2013, Pascal Guillaume has been its artistic director and owner since 2014. Both rooms have been listed as historic monuments since 1991 for their architecture and preserved decor.

The theatre also played a role in the promotion of young talent, notably through the Young Companies competition organized annually under the direction of Charles de Rochefort. In 2010, he joined the network of Associated Parisian Theatres, an alliance of 50 Parisian private theatres. Its eclectic repertoire, ranging from vaudeville to contemporary theatre, makes it a major cultural place in the capital.

Highlights include the creation of pieces such as Feydeau's Turkey (2007), Fur Venus (2015, rewarded by two Molières), and humorous shows such as Santa Claus is a piece of garbage (2015). The theatre continues to host award-winning creations such as Courgette (2023, 7 nominations for Molières 2024) and Music-Hall Colette (2024).

External links

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