French Theatre Collection

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 1774. Creator: Beauvarlet, Jacques Firmin (1731-1797)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 1774. Private Collection

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 1751. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 1751. Private Collection

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 1700. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 1700. Private Collection

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 17th century. Creator: Mignard, Pierre (1612-1695)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 17th century. Private Collection

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 17th century. Creator: Mignard, Pierre (1612-1695)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 17th century. Found in the collection of the Comedie Francaise, Paris

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 1850. Creator: Menzel, Adolph Friedrich, von (1815-1905)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 1850. Private Collection

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 17th century. Creator: Mignard, Pierre (1612-1695)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 17th century. Found in the collection of the Comedie Francaise, Paris

The Compagnia dei Comici Gelosi with Isabella Andreini (1562-1604
CHT231072 The Compagnia dei Comici Gelosi with Isabella Andreini (1562-1604) depicted giving a performance in Paris (oil on canvas) (see also 167901) by Francken

Caricature of the actor Laferriere in the role of Antony
CHT174102 Caricature of the actor Laferriere in the role of Antony, from the play of the same name by Alexandre Dumas pere (1803-70) from the front cover of La Lune magazine

Hector and Andromache, c. 1708-10 (oil on canvas)
LMG109105 Hector and Andromache, c.1708-10 (oil on canvas) by Pellegrini, Giovanni Antonio (1675-1741); 233.7x223.5 cm; Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Temple Newsam House)

Pompey and Perpenna in the tragedy Sertorius by Corneille, c
CHT231071 Pompey and Perpenna in the tragedy Sertorius by Corneille, c.1780 (gouache on paper) by Wirscher (fl.1780); Comedie Francaise, Paris

Moliere in the role of Julius Caesar in "La Mort de Pompee"
Moliere in the role of Julius Caesar in " La Mort de Pompee" by Pierre Corneille, 1656. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Moliere Honored by Louis XIV, 1824. Creator: Garneray
Moliere Honored by Louis XIV, 1824. Private Collection

Moliere at the table of Louis XIV, 1857. Creator: Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867)
Moliere at the table of Louis XIV, 1857. Found in the Collection of Comedie Francaise, Paris

Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673). Private Collection

Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), ca 1658. Artist: Mignard, Pierre (1612-1695)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), ca 1658. Found in the collection of the Musee Conde, Chantilly

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French theatre has a rich history dating back centuries, with iconic playwrights such as Molière and Racine shaping the art form. From classic tragedies to avant-garde performances, French theatre continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its unique blend of drama, comedy, and social commentary. The ornate theaters of Paris, like the historic Comédie-Française, provide a stunning backdrop for these theatrical productions. Whether you're watching a traditional play or a modern interpretation, it offers an immersive experience that transports you into another world. So sit back, relax, and let yourself be swept away by the magic – where every performance is a masterpiece in its own right. Vive le théâtre français. 🎭🇫🇷