La Madeleine Church
Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris
Capacity 150 seats
Christmas Concert at La Madeleine Church
Location
Duration
1 h 05 min
No intermission
Details
Concert
For all audiences
No dialogue
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Concert Programme at La Madeleine Church
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La Madeleine Church
Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris
History and Funfacts about La Madeleine Church
The imposing Madeleine Church, located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, gave its name to this district of Paris. It is built in perspective of the Palais Bourbon (building that houses the National Assembly), which it faces on the other side of the Place de la Concorde.
In 1757, Louis XV ordered the construction of a new Madeleine Church, but following the Revolution, the work remained on hold. Then, in 1806, Napoleon I decided to build a temple to the glory of the soldiers of the Grande Armée. He commissioned the architect Pierre-Alexandre Vignon who razed the old church but kept its columns. He proposed a building reminiscent of Greek temples, with more than 50 Corinthian columns surrounding it. Unfortunately, the construction posed problems to the State and its construction was neglected in favor of the Arc de Triomphe. The Madeleine Church was returned to Catholic worship and the church was inaugurated in 1842 - its construction took 85 years!
In 1846, the church welcomed the great organ of Cavaillé-Coll and many organists succeeded one another at the keyboards of the instrument: Camille Saint-Saëns, Gabriel Fauré, etc. It is at the Madeleine Church that the funerals of famous artists such as Frédéric Chopin, Jacques Offenbach, Edith Piaf, Joséphine Baker and more recently Johnny Hallyday have been held. Since its construction, the church has become a hotspot for classical music concerts.
Fast facts
Capacity: 150
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Air conditioning: No
Heating: No
Coat Check: No
FAQ
How do I get to La Madeleine Church in the 8th arrondissement of Paris ?
La Madeleine Church is accessible by:
Metro: Line 8 (Madeleine Station), line 12 (Madeleine Station), line 14 (Madeleine Station)
Address: 1 place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris
In case of difficulty, our hotline can be reached during our business hours. Please see the footer of this page for our contact details.
What do I do when I get to de La Madeleine Church?
We invite you to arrive 30 minutes before the beginning of the concert, and present your ticket at the front desk. Seating is first come first served.
How long does the Christmas concert at La Madeleine Church last?
The Christmas concert lasts approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes, with no intermission.
Are the concerts for an international audience or French speakers?
Both! La Madeleine Church welcomes audiences from all over the world! Music is a universal language, therefore the Ensemble Royal Concert Series is accessible to anyone from any corner of the world.
Is there a dress code at La Madeleine Church?
There is no specific dress code at La Madeleine Church, but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.
Can I choose my seat when booking?
When purchasing tickets for the Christmas concert at La Madeleine Church, choose your preferred category and you will be allocated the best available seats in that category!
Please note that tickets of the same category that are booked during the same purchase session, in the same booking order on our website are always assigned side by side. To be sure of this, make sure all of your tickets are in the same category and are included in your shopping cart at the time of purchase.
If there are no available adjacent seating arrangements, our customer service team will contact you before the booking is confirmed.