Beaumarchais' The Marriage of Figaro or the Crazy Day - Théâtre Le Ranelagh

Location

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

Duration

1 h 30 min

Without intermission

Details

Theatre

For all audiences

In French, surtitled in English

This show is in French with English surtitles!

The play, The Marriage of Figaro is performed in French with English surtitles. An excellent way to discover a great classic of French theatre.

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Highlights: The Marriage of Figaro, or The Mad Day

When reading a classic work of literature, readers often wonder what the characters might look like, and what effect the story would have on stage.
To answer these questions, trust the Théâtre Le Ranelagh, which presents its annual Ranelagh Classics.

Now on its stage: The Marriage of Figaro by Beaumarchais.
The approach taken by the Nomadesques troupe is highly burlesque, lively and colourful, aiming to make Beaumarchais accessible to all, especially teenagers.

Story: The Marriage of Figaro, or The Mad Day

Beaumarchais’ satirical comedy, The Marriage of Figaro, or The Mad Day explores the romantic and social intrigues at the court of King Louis XVI. The valet Figaro, aided by his fiancée Suzanne, tries to thwart the schemes of Count Almaviva, who wishes to seduce Suzanne. The play denounces social injustice and the abusive power of the aristocracy, thus foreshadowing the French Revolution. It ends with joyful weddings that symbolise the victory of the people over the nobility.

Here is a classic that will charm the whole family, as it contains all the ingredients for a good laugh.
A truly lively and colourful spectacle from Théâtre Le Ranelagh, The Marriage of Figaro, or The Mad Day is a show for everyone.

Reviews

A true recreation!

"One laughs often, and one is sometimes moved. A true recreation!" - Translated from French

VALEURS ACTUELLES

Share the moment with your teenagers!

"Burlesque, boisterousness, enthusiasm, and energy are all part of the show... Share the moment with your teenagers; they'll love it!" - Translated from French

PARISCOPE

Enough to charm a wide audience!

"This rendition of Beaumarchais' work, performed with enthusiasm, has the potential to charm a wide audience." - Translated from French

TELERAMA

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.

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

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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 (station Passy), line 9 (station La Muette)
RER: Line C (station Boulainvilliers 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 The Mariage of Figaro or the Mad Day, 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, The Mariage of Figaro, last?

The theatre piece The Mariage of Figaro or the Mad Day at Théâtre Le Ranelagh lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, with no intermission.

Is The Mariage of Figaro for an international audience or French speakers?

For both! The theatre piece, The Mariage of Figaro or the Mad Day, is performed in its original French version and is also surtitled in English so that international audiences 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 The Mariage of Figaro or the Mad Day, 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.