In the historic center of Avignon on the square next to the Clock City Hall is the Opera House, built in the XIX century. It is known that the first theatrical performances were given in Avignon in the second half of the XIV century, but the opera itself was built in 1846 on the site burned down some twenty years ago, the theater of comedy.

During the construction of the opera house was selected the Italian style, which is characterized by opulence and abundance of various decorative elements. Here and on the facade of the building you can see a bas-relief depicting the Good King René, also known as a poet and patron of the arts, the poet Petrarch and Italian. To the left and right of the main entrance of the theater statues of two French dramatists, "fathers" of comedy and tragedy - Jean-Baptiste Moliere and Corneille. By the way, the plays of Moliere comedy staged in the theater, the site of which was built opera. In addition, the opera house is decorated with sculptures and other still, floral ornaments and columns.

Performances in the opera house Avignon held throughout the year. In addition to classical opera productions here also it shows performances, choreography, give concerts, hold exhibitions and even organize events for children and youth audiences. The productions going on stage Avignon Opera, participating stars of French cinema and theater - if you're lucky, you can see the show with the participation of Alain Delon.

The Opera House has become one of the scenic areas of the Avignon theater festival, which is held since 1947 and gathers the most interesting city in Europe troupe, which represent its premiere here. The festival is held annually in the month of July, the site of action are also urban areas.