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Diving backstagean artistic creationat the Théâtre l'Archipel in Granville

Behind the scenes of an artistic creation at the Théâtre l’Archipel in Granville

A preview of an artistic creation at the Théâtre de l’Archipel in Granville, during a residency.

With Marie

Marie Hespel - Communications and Press Relations Officer

Contact

Bookings must be made with l’Archipel on 02 33 69 27 30 or by filling in this form for the next residency outing on 21 February at 2pm, which will introduce you to Compagnie Mathilde and its creation “La Décision”, presented at l’Archipel during the next cultural season.

Rates

Free

Duration

Approximately 2 hours

Location
Practical info

This experience includes a preview of the performance, a discussion over local produce and a private tour of the Archipelago and its backstage areas. The latter can take place before the performance, depending on the Residency Outings.

Appointments

for a cultural trip

You have a date with the Théâtre de l’Archipel, Granville’s theatre located behind the Casino de Granville. The Casino, designed by Auguste Bluysen, was inaugurated in 1911 and already had a 400-seat theatre. L’Archipel, as we know it today, was built in 2001 as an auditorium and conference centre. Set between the cliffs and the sea, l’Archipel offers a varied cultural season from September to June, including a wide range of cultural outreach activities. From the very first moment you arrive, as you walk along the long corridor carved out of the Roc cliff, you’ll appreciate a special, hushed and unusual atmosphere. Unwittingly, you’re already preparing for the cultural journey that awaits you at the end of it.

Review

creation

an afternoon

Today, in a small group, you’re attending an unusual show. Marie welcomes you and guides you into the room where the company is based. Here, calm reigns. You take your seats, curious and concentrated. Curtain up: the company presents its work. You put yourself in the shoes of a critic, or a director, by immersing yourself in their creation. Then the members of the company ask you what you think of the sequence. This is your chance to express your feelings and suggestions, all in a friendly atmosphere. For their part, the company members explain their core message and their sticking points. This will enable the company to fine-tune the game.

A visit

VIP

You can continue this convivial exchange over local produce in the Foyer de l’Archipel. But the immersion doesn’t stop there! Marie will now take you through the labyrinths of the Theatre to discover its nooks and crannies: Dressing rooms, stage management, backstage… This is your chance to discover another point of view from certain rooms, such as a view overlooking the sea with the sun illuminating the cliffs, revealing a palette of multiple colours… What a privilege! Afterwards, you’ll leave with the desire to come back and discover the final work, the room full of spectators, with the satisfaction of having contributed to the creative process.

Upcoming dates

Exit from residency - Season 2024-2025