Sunday 8th – Tuesday 10th January 2012
Le Grenat, Théâtre de l’Archipel, Perpignan
La Belle et la Bête
(Beauty and the Beast)
Visual and musical extravaganza with the Shlemil Theatre
Poetry, humour and magic combine, between masks, dance, acrobatics, mime and puppetry: a multidisciplinary performance to music by Mozart, Haydn and Gretry. Inspired by the famous seventeenth century tale of Beauty and the Beast, this show brings together five actor-dancers, whirling on a journey into the wonderful and bizarre.
| More info: Le Théâtre de l’Archipel Avenue Général Leclerc BP 90 327 – 66003 Perpignan cedex Tel : 04 68 62 62 00 Email : info@theatredelarchipel.org |
Le Théâtre de l’Archipel
There is an exciting new addition to the Perpignan skyline. If you have been to Perpignan in the last few months you would have noticed a large construction along Avenue Général Leclerc and a giant concrete bubble. This bubble is now ‘the grenat,’ a large theatre space accommodating 1100 guests and the venue of the Théâtre de l’Archipel. Designed by renowned French architect Jean Nouvel, the theatre will bring a touch of prestige to the previously rundown edge of the city.
The new theatre and cultural precinct is designed to be an artistic & cultural hub for the city. Welcoming local and international artists, it is hoped the precinct will encourage a spirit of multiculturalism and social tolerance.
There is something for everyone in the season line-up including theatre, dance, circus, opera, classical & contemporary music, as well as a special programme for children. Some of the artists performing include Eric Cantona, Thomas Dutronc and Yael Naim. Ticket prices range from 11€ to 40€.
For ticket and performance information you can visit the theatre website: www.theatredelarchipel.org Here you will be able to read more about “the grenat” and take a virtual tour of the site.
