Salle Richelieu Theater
Principal theatre of the Comédie-Française in Paris
As the principal auditorium of the Comédie‑Française on Paris's rue de Richelieu, Salle Richelieu stages French theatre in a 19th‑century setting; audiences attend for performances and period architecture.
Salle Richelieu at a Glance#
Address: 2 Rue de Richelieu, 75001 Paris, France (Place Colette)
Website: https://www.comedie-francaise.fr/
Hours: Box office hours vary by performance schedule; theatre performances typically evenings and matinees (see website)
Admission: Ticket prices vary by production; advance purchase recommended (typical range €10-€80)
About Salle Richelieu#
Salle Richelieu is the principal auditorium used by the Comédie-Française in central Paris, associated with France’s state theatre company and classical repertoire.
The room functions as a traditional proscenium theatre hosting the Comédie-Française company’s productions; the auditorium seats on the order of several hundred patrons and retains a historic theatrical layout with a main stage and decorated foyer. Guided access or attendance at performances provides the primary way to experience the interior.
The Comédie-Française company dates to 1680 and has long been associated with the Salle Richelieu as its main Paris stage; the building and auditorium have gone through renovations and restorations while retaining their role as the company’s home.
Situated on Rue de Richelieu near the Palais-Royal in central Paris, the theatre is in the city’s core cultural district.
- Home of the Comédie-Française: Serves as the principal stage for the Comédie-Française, France’s state theatre company founded in 1680, and is central to French theatrical life.
- Central Paris location: Located in central Paris near the Palais-Royal and Place Colette, making it easily accessible by public transport for performances and tours.
What to See#
- Main auditorium: The main theatrical auditorium of the Comédie-Française, with a long association as the company’s principal performing space and period decorative elements on stage and in the foyer.
How to Get to Salle Richelieu#
Salle Richelieu is in central Paris at Place Colette, beside the Palais-Royal. Metro: Pyramides (Lines 7/14) or Palais-Royal - Musée du Louvre (Line 1). From the Louvre it is a 5-10 minute walk.
Tips for Visiting Salle Richelieu#
- Buy from the house box office (Salle Richelieu) for best-seat releases and last-minute returns.
- Arrive early to see the foyer and the portraits of 17th-19th-century actors that line the Comédie-Française's public spaces.
- For photographers: check restrictions. Interior photography during performances is prohibited.
Best Time to Visit Salle Richelieu#
As the principal theatre of the Comédie-Française in central Paris, the calendar is driven by the theatrical season-autumn through spring is the time for the house's most ambitious programming.
Weather & Climate near Salle Richelieu#
Salle Richelieu's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (685 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 54 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 49 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 6° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 6° - 15° | 11° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 66 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.0h |
| June | Excellent | 13° - 22° | 18° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.8h |
| July | Very Good | 15° - 25° | 20° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.5h |
| August | Excellent | 15° - 25° | 20° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.1h |
| September | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 17° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 9° - 16° | 12° | 64 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 5° | 56 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 57 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
