Corneille's The Cid

Paris the Cid play
Théâtre Le Ranelagh

Until December 27, 2024

French surtitled in English

Location

Théâtre Le Ranelagh
5 rue des Vignes, 75016 Paris
Capacity 300 seats

Duration

1 h 40 min

No intermission


Details

Theatre

For all audiences

In French, surtitled in English


THIS SHOW IS IN FRENCH WITH SURTITLES!

The theatre piece, Le Cid, is performed in its original French version with English surtitles to enable as many people as possible to see this classic of French literature.

HIGHLIGHTS: LE CID

When you read a literary classic, you often wonder what the characters would be like and how their story would translate for the stage.
To satisfy your curiosity, trust Théâtre Le Ranelagh as they proudly present their annual classics!

 

Discover a spirited production of Corneille's masterpiece, Le Cid, directed by Jean-Philippe Daguerre. Sword fights, exquisite costumes and Spanish music breathe new life into this tragi-comedy. For lovers of Romeo and Juliet, come see this French classic of star-crossed lovers and witness some of the most iconic lines in francophone theatre.

 

Chimène and Rodrigue are madly in love. However, their fathers' quarrel destroys their hope of marriage. To save his family's honour, Rodrigue must avenge his father, even if it means confronting Chimène's father. Our two young heroes will prove, with their cries, tears, sacrifices and courage, that love is the cure for all our ills.

 

At Théâtre Le Ranelagh, discover Corneille's masterpiece, Le Cid, in an elegant and inventive production by Jean-Pierre Daguerre that will appeal to all ages and immerse you in one of the greatest classics of French theatre.

 

It's what makes the classics so special: they've never ceased to amaze. The proof is in the pudding!

Reviews

Classical theatre is definitely not boring!
"Generous actors, talented musicians, well-crafted costumes, passion, and fights. Your children won't tell you that classical theatre is boring anymore!" - Translated from French
PARISCOPE
Go see this dynamic piece!
"One cannot recommend enough to go see this dynamic performance!" - Translated from French
LE PARISIEN
Highly recommended!
"While staying true to the text, the actors of Grenier de Babouchka have remarkable diction; the Alexandrines are recited with great precision. Highly recommended!" - Translated from French
FIGAROSCOPE
Beautiful

Beautiful production of Corneille's Le Cid -- acting, fencing, costumes, the works. Beautiful theater, too. Got used to surtitles quickly.

Patricia M
Enjoyable

We greatly enjoyed our visit to the theatre to watch the wonderful production of 'The Cid' and it's a memory we will long cherish.

Fahad

Théâtre Le Ranelagh

5 rue des Vignes, 75016 Paris

History and Fun Facts about the Théâtre Le Ranelagh

 

Step into the grand auditorium of the Théâtre Le Ranelagh, and prepare to be wowed by the ornate carved oak panelling adorning the orchestra and balconies, as well as the intricately decorated ceiling. Looking around you, it’s not hard to believe that this building is listed as one of Paris’ 'historical monuments'…

 

The Théâtre Le Ranelagh is tucked away in the heart of Paris’ 16th arrondissement, a few paces away from the Eiffel Tower on one side, and the bois de Boulogne on the other. It is built on the site of the old Château de Boulainvilliers, the estate was at the time right outside the city and covered 8 hectares (almost 12 football fields!). The theatre itself is rich in history and over 120 years old, after being converted to replace the château's music room by the landowner of the time into his own private venue where he could invite all the best-known actors and musicians in Paris to play there for him and his friends. After his death, the entire estate was destroyed to make way for the expanding city of Paris. All, that is, except for the theatre which was miraculously saved, and to this day still stands in its original spot! Don't be fooled by the unassuming exterior, once inside the Théâtre Le Ranelagh you can feast your eyes on its original decor of plush red velvet seating and carved oak panelling throughout.

 

The theatre is designed in the French style, meaning all of the seats are directly facing the stage and giving the auditorium a rectangular shape. The venue also features a small bar in its foyer complete with a fireplace and enough seating for up to 80 people, perfect for a drink before the performance.

 

Not just a theatre…

For a time in the early 1900s, the theatre was used as a cinema, which was incredibly popular. The director of the world-famous film Les enfants du paradis loved the theatre, and often programmed the film to be screened there. The cinema tradition still exists at Le Ranelagh, and films are still screened there from time to time! In addition to film screenings and a show programme rich with plays by classic French playwrights, the Théâtre Le Ranelagh holds puppet shows for younger audiences and other community events.

 

Here are some of our favourites playing this season!

 

See all shows playing at Ranelagh here!

 

Fast facts
Capacity: 300
Handicap Accessible: Yes, please contact us to ensure proper seating in accessible areas
Air conditioning: No
Heating: Yes

FAQ

How do I get to Théâtre Le Ranelagh in the 16th arrondissement of Paris?

The Théâtre Le Ranelagh is accessible by:
Metro: Line 6 (Passy station), line 9 (La Muette station)
RER: Line C (Boulainvilliers station or Maison de la Radio Avenue du Président Kennedy)
Address: 5 rue des Vignes, 75016 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 Théâtre Le Ranelagh?

We invite you to arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of Le Cid, and present your voucher at the front desk. Théâtre Le Ranelagh’s English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats.
In the event of a delay, spectators will be allowed entrance to the theatre but seating in the purchased category is not guaranteed.

How long does the theatre piece, Le Cid, last?

The theatre piece Le Cid at Théâtre Le Ranelagh lasts approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, with no intermission.

Is Corneille’s Le Cid for an international audience or French speakers?

For both! The theatre piece, Le Cid, is performed in its original French version but is also surtitled in English so that international tourists can enjoy this French classic too.

Where will I be seated, and will I see the surtitles* properly?

You will be allocated balcony seats which will give you a better view of the stage and the surtitles. At Théâtre Le Ranelagh, the surtitles are projected high above the stage.
*Surtitles (also called supertitles) are the theatre equivalent of subtitles. That’s because in French “sur” means “above”.

Can I choose my seat when booking?

When purchasing tickets for Le Cid, 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.

Is there a dress code at Théâtre Le Ranelagh?

There is no specific dress code at Théâtre Le Ranelagh, but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.