Charles Dullin Theater

The Charles-Dullin theatre

The Chambéry audio-guided tour has you discover the Charles-Dullin theatre, an elegant Italian-style hall in the heart of the city. This place of performance, one of the finest in Savoy, perpetuates a long theatrical tradition.

A tribute to a great man of the theatre

The theatre bears the name of Charles Dullin, an actor and director born in Savoy, one of the great figures of twentieth-century French theatre. The hall, designed in the Italian style with its balconies and its gilding, is adorned with a magnificent stage curtain painted by Luigi Vacca, representing the descent of Orpheus into the Underworld. This remarkable decor makes all the richness of the place.

What there is to see

The Italian-style hall unfolds its balconies, its gilding and its velvets in a hushed atmosphere, dominated by the superb painted curtain of Luigi Vacca. Still in activity, the theatre offers a varied programme throughout the season. It is a jewel of the cultural heritage of Chambéry, to be discovered during a performance or a visit.

Practical information

The Charles-Dullin theatre is in the centre of Chambéry. Still in activity, it opens to the public on the occasion of performances, according to the programme and the hours of the season; its façade can be contemplated from the public space. It is advisable to consult the programme in advance.

Who was Charles Dullin?

An actor and director born in Savoy, one of the great figures of twentieth-century French theatre, to whom the theatre pays tribute.

What is remarkable about the theatre hall?

Its fine Italian-style hall and its magnificent stage curtain painted by Luigi Vacca, depicting the descent of Orpheus into the Underworld.