Bobino Theatre
14-20 rue de la Gaîté, 75014 Paris
Capacity 900 seats
Josephine Baker the Musical
Location
Duration
1 h 30 min
No intermission
Details
Musical
For all audiences
In French
This show is in French!
Highlights: Joséphine Baker the Musical
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Bobino Theatre
14-20 rue de la Gaîté, 75014 Paris
History and Fun Facts about the Théâtre Bobino
From clowns to musical delights… Bobino gets its name from a celebrated Italian clown that worked in the nearby Luxembourg Gardens in the early 19th century. From 1816 to 1868, the Théâtre du Luxembourg welcomed Bobino the clown and his troupe, and the venue became affectionately referred to as Bobino's theatre. In the 1870s, the venue moved locations to the bustling nearby Montparnasse district and officially adopted its nickname and current title.
From its construction in the 1870s up until the first World War, the Bobino was a small concert cafe, though it quickly gained popularity. While exiled in France, even Lenin himself was known to frequent the théâtre Bobino! Following the war, the Bobino music hall quickly became the go-to location for all the latest in Parisian musical culture. Becoming the primary music venue on the Rive Gauche (left bank of the seine), the théâtre Bobino welcomed international stars from Edith Piaf and Georges Brassens to Barbara, Dalida, and Joséphine Baker. At one time, the Bobino and Paris' legendary Right Bank music hall L'Olympia were both run by Bruno Coquatrix, a well-known impresario.
Bobino finding its place… After a major renovation in the 1980s, the theatre faced closure due to financial troubles, and entered a rather experimental phase throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, hosting cabaret dinners, comedians, and even a few television recording sessions. The Bobino changed leadership in 2010 when a new director wanted to embrace the venue's music hall history and also to expand to include musicals, one-man-shows, and more diverse acts. The théâtre Bobino has finally found its place as a celebrated Parisian venue welcoming musically-charged performances of all genres.
Fast facts
Capacity: 900
Handicap Accessible: Yes, please contact us at hello@theatreinparis.com at the time of booking so that we can inform the theatre and welcome you in the best possible conditions.
Air conditioning: No
Heating: Yes
Coat Check: Yes (paid service)
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FAQ
How to get to the Bobino theatre?
The Théâtre Bobino is accessible by:
Metro: Line 4 (station Montparnasse Bienvenüe), line 6 (station Edgar Quinet and Montparnasse Bienvenüe), line 12 (station Montparnasse Bienvenüe), line 14 (station Montparnasse Bienvenüe)
Address: 14-20 rue de la Gaîté, 75014 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 should I do when I arrive to Bobino?
We invite you to arrive 30 minutes before the beginning of Joséphine Baker the Musical, and present your voucher at the front desk. Théâtre Bobino’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 Joséphine Baker the Musical last?
Joséphine Baker the Musical lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes without intermission.
It says that Josephine Baker the Musical is in French with no surtitles. Is it still accessible to English speakers?
Joséphine Baker the Musical is more suited to a French-speaking audience because it is performed exclusively in French. If you feel like you have the level of French to follow along—discover French theatre through this lovely piece!
Can I choose my seat when booking?
When purchasing tickets, 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 Bobino?
There is no specific dress code at Théâtre Bobino, but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.