Théâtre du Châtelet offers musical tours

Once again in May and June, the Théâtre du Châtelet is offering an original way of discovering its building and its history, with a new formula of sung tours. Conceived and performed by tenor and lecturer Grégoire Ichou, this musical tour will take visitors through the various spaces of the theater, in an approach that is at once learned, sensitive and embodied. Two dates are scheduled: Tuesday June 17 and Saturday June 21, 2025.

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Grégoire Ichou doesn't just tell the story of the Châtelet, he makes it heard. His tour would combine historical accounts, artistic anecdotes and musical extracts, which he would perform live himself. The tour would revolve around works by Saint-Saëns, Poulenc and many others, linked to the major figures who have passed through this emblematic venue, from Napoleon to Picasso. The experience would be conceived as a sensitive stroll through time and styles, where each room, each foyer, each backstage area would become the pretext for a dialogue between architecture, memory and music.

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This type of visit could appeal to a curious public, with an interest in classical music, cultural history or original heritage experiences. It would appeal to both music lovers and visitors wishing to discover the Châtelet backstage in a different way. On the other hand, it would probably be less suited to those who prefer silent, self-guided or purely factual tours.

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Set against the exceptional backdrop of the Théâtre du Châtelet, these two sung tours offer an immersive and lively way to explore a major Parisian musical theater venue, where history literally resonates through the voice.

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