©Eric Spiller
©Théâtre Antique EDEIS
Orange’s Roman theatre, constructed at the beginning of the Christian era, owes its reputation to the exceptional condition of its backdrop wall. Life in the old city revolved around it. The superb acoustics and structure enabled an audience of 9 000 to attend performances there.
Its cultural function was forgotten after the chaotic 4thcentury, and it was built over as a housing area. But in the 19th century it finally returned to its original activity.
In 1869, Orange re-launched the Open Air Theatre, attracting the biggest names in drama and opera.
In 1971, the “New Chorégies” troupe won international fame for the theatre. Each year since then, the Theatre has welcomed tens of thousands of visitors to its summer season.
In 1869, Orange re-launched the Open Air Theatre, attracting the biggest names in drama and opera.
In 1971, the “New Chorégies” troupe won international fame for the theatre. Each year since then, the Theatre has welcomed tens of thousands of visitors to its summer season.
Services
Temporary exhibition
Shows
Activity
Discovery
History
Crafts
Arts
Tradition/folklore
Gastronomy
Oenology, study of wines
Regional products
Plastic arts
- Activities
- Temporary exhibition
- Shows
- Activity
- Discovery
- History
- Crafts
- Arts
- Tradition/folklore
- Gastronomy
- Oenology, study of wines
- Regional products
- Plastic arts
- entertainment
- Singing and choir
- Instrumental music
- Audiovisual/media
- Ceramics
- Creative hobbies
- Equipment
- Parking
- Toilets
- Services
- Pets welcome
- Educational visits
- Themed tour
- Shop
- Tourist brochures
- Booking of general amenities
Quality standards
Label Accueil VéloRates
Rates 2025
Adult
From 11.50€
Reduced price
From 9.50€
Child
From 9.50€
Group adults
9€
Guided tours for adult and school groups organised by the Orange Tourist Office - reservation required.
This guide service is in addition to the entry charge.
This guide service is in addition to the entry charge.
Check
Bank/credit card
Cash
Travellers ChequeOpenings
All year 2024 - Open everyday
Location
Spoken languages
Environment
- Close to a motorway
- In centre of town
- Town location
- Station district
- Close to a public transportation
