The 'ancienne comédie' in Avignon was once an Italian-style theatre in Avignon. It is located 9, place Crillon and was inaugurated in 1732.
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The building was used as a theatre until 1825, at which time a new, larger theatre was inaugurated on Place de l’Horloge in Avignon. The ancienne comédie had been the first building specifically built in Avignon for theatre performances. It was used from 1734 to 1824. Built to a design by Thomas Lainée, the theatre was directed by Fabre d'Églantine from 1785 to 1787.
It stands on the Place Crillon, which, prior to the construction of the theatre, was known as the Place de l’Oulle, and was...
It stands on the Place Crillon, which, prior to the construction of the theatre, was known as the Place de l’Oulle, and was...
