Ducourneau Theatre

With its distinctive circular façade, the Ducourneau Theatre is one of Agen’s most iconic landmarks. It was funded by a son of the city, Alphonse-Pierre Ducourneau, a philanthropist and patron from Agen who made his fortune in Paris in the 19th century. That is why it bears his name. The first stone was laid in 1906 by former French President Armand Fallières, giving the place a touch of presidential prestige from the start. Built mostly in reinforced concrete, the theatre was beautifully adorned inside and out by some of the finest artists of the time, including Antoine Calbet, a renowned French painter and illustrator. Listed as a historic monument in 1986, the Ducourneau Theatre still plays a central role in Agen’s cultural life, with a program that focuses on bold and contemporary productions.