Théâtre de la Concorde
A City of Paris cultural venue in the Champs-Élysées gardens: shows, debates and workshops.
- When
- Programme on the theatre’s website
- Where
- Théâtre de la Concorde, 1 avenue Gabriel, 75008 Paris
A new venue with a long history
In the Champs-Élysées gardens, a stone’s throw from Place de la Concorde, the Théâtre de la Concorde occupies a building that was successively the Café des Ambassadeurs, the Théâtre des Ambassadeurs and the Espace Pierre-Cardin. Owned by the City of Paris, it opened to the public on 5 October 2024, directed by Elsa Boublil.
A theatre for everyone
It combines shows, debates, round tables and free workshops on democratic life and creation. It has a 673-seat main hall, a 150-seat studio, a cinema and an exhibition space.
How to get there from the Concortel?
By metro, Line 12 from Madeleine to Concorde (1 stop); on foot, allow about fifteen minutes (estimate) via rue Royale and Place de la Concorde. For more ideas nearby, see Discover Paris.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Théâtre de la Concorde?
At 1 avenue Gabriel, 75008 Paris, in the Champs-Élysées gardens near Place de la Concorde.
Is the Théâtre de la Concorde the former Espace Cardin?
Yes: the building was the Café des Ambassadeurs, the Théâtre des Ambassadeurs and then the Espace Pierre-Cardin, before becoming the Théâtre de la Concorde in 2024.
What’s on there?
Shows, debates and round tables, and free workshops; the programme is on the theatre’s website.
Sources
- Wikipédia — Théâtre de la Concorde — 24 September 2026
- Ville de Paris — Le Théâtre de la Concorde — 24 September 2026
- Théâtre de la Concorde — site officiel — 24 September 2026