AVIGNON FESTIVAL 2024
Discover the dates and permanent theaters
The Avignon Festival is an international event that has taken place every year since 1947 in the city of Avignon, France. A real highlight of the summer for fans of live performance, it brings together a large number of shows, from the greatest theater hits to the most innovative overtures, as well as a substantial offering from the famous "Off". Indeed, the Off 2024 program is particularly anticipated by theater lovers and the curious.
As usual, the 2024 Avignon Festival will take place in the heart of summer, making the City of the Popes vibrate for several weeks. The event will be organized around two key periods:
- From July 4 to 26, 2024 : the "In" and "Off" programming, with shows offered by numerous companies.
- From July 15 to 19, 2024 : Art Week in Avignon, dedicated to street arts and emerging artistic forms.
In this article, we invite you to discover some of the permanent theaters that will be at the heart of the action during the 2024 Avignon Festival, and we will give you an overview of the main dates to remember.
The permanent theaters of the Avignon Festival: historic and unmissable places
The Avignon Festival, created by Jean Vilar in 1947, has become one of the largest international gatherings of contemporary performing arts .
Although the festival and the Pont d'Avignon are in the same city, they have no connection with each other... Your dear Laurette Théâtre participates every year and during this period, the city transforms into a unique artistic performance space welcoming tens of thousands of visitors who come to enjoy an unforgettable experience.
During this event, the city of Avignon offers festival-goers the opportunity to
discover a variety of contemporary and dynamic cultural entertainment such as shows, films, exhibitions, readings and debates.
The Avignon Festival is a
crossroads where various artistic and intellectual worlds intersect . Its reputation can be explained by its ability to offer artists and spectators a variety of discoveries and initiatory journeys.
Avignon Festival 2024: the program of the Laurette Théâtre
When we talk about the Avignon Festival, a certain number of emblematic theaters immediately come to mind. These permanent stages host a program specially chosen for the festival. Among them:
The Laurette Theater
Located in the heart of the historic center of Avignon, the Laurette Théâtre is an intimate venue that has hosted eclectic shows for over 10 years. Particularly popular with companies and the public during the Avignon Festival, it offers a varied and dynamic program.
The Oulle Theater
Built at the beginning of the 20th century, the Théâtre de l'Oulle is a place of artistic creation and dissemination located a stone's throw from the Palais des Papes. Its large Italian-style room offers artists a majestic setting to present their works during the Avignon Festival.
The Black Oak
Founded in 1967, Chêne noir is a place steeped in history and appreciated by lovers of great texts. This former heritage convent has been redeveloped into a performance hall and each year welcomes a select selection of national and international artists for the duration of the festival.
The Smoking Dog
An emblem of Avignon cultural life for nearly 50 years, Le Chien qui fume is a café-theatre that has stood out for its daring and diverse programming. Its warm decor and friendly atmosphere make it a must for festival-goers eager for intense artistic experiences.
Off 2024 program: some key dates to remember
In addition to this official programming, the “Off 2024 program” will allow emerging, established or independent artists to present their shows in temporary theaters, often less known but just as attractive. Among the highlights not to be missed:
- The Off Parade: a real kick-off to the Off 2024 program, it allows companies to preview an extract from their show and sets the tone for what will be offered during the festival.
- Professional meetings: organized throughout the Avignon Festival, these meetings encourage exchanges between players in the world of live entertainment and the artists participating in the Off.
- Thematic days: several times during the festival, highlights are devoted to certain specific disciplines (theater, dance, music, etc.) in order to highlight the range of artistic proposals present in the Off.
The Off 2024 program will therefore be particularly rich and diverse, offering festival-goers moments of discovery and discussion around live performance. There is no doubt that this edition will delight spectators with the quality of its offerings and the commitment of the artists present.
Our theater room in Avignon
Discover the exceptional cultural experience offered by our theater in Avignon, located at 14 rue Plaisance, very close to Place Crillon. At the Laurette Théâtre, we invite you to experience moments of sharing and pleasure through unique shows, accessible to all.
Our diverse programs will satisfy everyone's curiosity, all year round. The festival, which will begin here from June 29 to July 21, promises a series of captivating performances. At the end of each show, take advantage of the opportunity to chat with the artists over a drink, on the shaded outdoor terrace of our theater.
The Laurette Théâtre stands out as a stage that is permanently open, even outside the festival. During the Avignon Off Festival, the number of rooms increases from a dozen permanent theaters to 137.
Are you wondering how to reserve a place for a show during the 2024 Avignon Festival?
To secure your seat during the 2024 Avignon Festival, tickets are available for purchase online from your usual resellers. From June 29, 2024, they will also be accessible at the reception of the Laurette Théâtre from 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day it is open. We strongly recommend that you favor online reservations to guarantee easy access, even in the event of a delay.
Once your order has been placed, you have several options for collecting your tickets:
- In stores such as Fnac, Carrefour, Géant, Magasin U, Intermarché, Francebillet, Galeries Lafayette, Virgin Megastore, Ticketmaster, Leclerc, Auchan, Cora, Cultura, etc.
- Via M-Ticket applications such as Ticketac, Digitick, Billetnet.
- Online on specialized sites such as Billetnet, Billetreduc, CIC, Cityvox, Agenda Spectacles, Mesbillets, Fnac, Ticketmaster, Carrefour, France Billet, Ticketac, Auchan, Leclerc, Galeries Lafayette, Casino, Darty, Magasins U, etc.
- With tourist offices, travel agencies, works councils, groups and communities, schools, agencies and approved resellers.
If you prefer, reservations by telephone are also possible by calling 09 53 01 76 74 or 06 51 29 76 69.
How much does an entry cost during the Festival Off d’Avignon 2023?
Ticket prices during the Avignon Off Festival may vary depending on the theater companies and performance venues. Prices may also depend on the type of show, the fame of the artists and other factors. In general, prices for Festival Off d'Avignon shows are often affordable, with a price range that can go from a few euros to around thirty euros.
It is recommended to consult the official program of the Festival Off d'Avignon, generally available on their website, for specific information on show ticket prices. Details of prices, possible discounts and booking conditions are generally included in the official program.
Any request for a reduced rate must be justified at the counter.
The reduced rate applies to the following categories: students, young people under 25, unemployed, RMI/RSA beneficiaries, people with disabilities, people over 65, holders of the senior card, the leave card shows, intermittent entertainment workers, pregnant women, veterans, children under 12 years old, members of the FNCTA (amateur theater), conservatory students, students in professional theater classes (La School, Simon, Florent, Perimony, etc.), holders of the Large Family Card, the Public Membership Card (former Off Card).
No free tickets are offered for children. For information on accessibility for people with reduced mobility, please call 09 53 01 76 74.
In addition, a special pass is available at our box office for €35, allowing you to attend 4 shows of your choice throughout the festival. If you forget or lose this pass, don't worry, we will keep your purchase so that you can still enjoy your shows!
Holders of the Off “members” card automatically benefit from a 33% reduction on all shows during the festival.
