Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell
38 boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010 Paris
Capacity 800 seats
The Empire Strips Back
Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell
From 05/12 to 07/12/2025
No dialogue
Location
Duration
1 h 45 min
No intermission
Details
Cabaret
Recommended to ages 16+
No dialogue, with a small amount of spoken French and English
Highlights: The Empire Strips Back
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Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell
38 boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010 Paris
History and Fun Facts: Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell
Having given the luxury to be represented as a historical monument back in February 1994, Théàtre du Gymnase has been for 199 years and starting 2020 it will have been around for 200 years. Not a lot of theatres get to indulge in being around for this amount of time, at least not yet. Its name originates from the fact that in the past it was used to train students from the Conservatory consisting of one act plays and slowly moved up to more acts.
Soon the theatre became recognized and the seats were being occupied by a great multitude of spectators and famed actors began their careers performing on that stage. Gas lighting was later installed thanks to the generosity of the Duchess of Berry, Marie Caroline Ferdinande Louise de Bourbon. Though it wasn’t because of the Duchess of Berry that the theatre was named Théàtre du Gymnase Marie Bell, it was due to a woman by the name of Marie Bell who took over the theatre in 1962.
Before Marie Bell famed actor Lemoine Montigny was the director of the theatre in 1844, because of his enthusiasm to allure more audience members he added new attractive playwrights from Alexandre Dumas, George Sand, and Balzac.
Presently Théàtre du Gymnase Marie Bell welcomes hundreds of spectators from all over the world with opens doors introducing a variety of shows from classic to modern consisting of ballet recitals, musicals, plays, concerts, and stand up comedy. Recently it has partnered up with other theatres such as La Comedié des Boulevards and Le Nouveau Théàtre.
FAQ
How do I get to Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell in the 10th arrondissement of Paris?
The Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell is accessible by:
Metro: Line 8 and 9 (station Bonne Nouvelle)
Address: 38, boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010 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 du Gymnase Marie-Bell?
We invite you to arrive 45 minutes before the beginning of The Empire Strips Back, and present your voucher at the front desk. Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell’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 show, The Empire Strips Back, last?
The show,The Empire Strips Back at Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell lasts 1 hour and 45 minutes.
It says that this show is not recommended for children under 16. What does that mean?
Some scenes in the show may shock young audiences.
Is The Empire Strips Back for an international audience or French speakers?
For both! The Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell welcomes audiences from all over the world. The Empire Strips Back blends dance, acrobatics, cabaret and humour, making the show accessible to anyone, no matter where they come from.
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.
You can find the seating plan in the theatre’s "photo" section on this page.
Is there a dress code at Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell?
There is no specific dress code at Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell, but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.
Is there a bar or restaurant at the Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell?
Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell has a bar that offers a wide choice of wines and local produce (charcuterie, cheeses, terrines…). All fresh and tasty, prepared by French artisans.