Théâtre du
merveilleux
Théâtre du Merveilleux
Setting
« Ladies and Gentlemen, come discover the elephant shaped hot-air balloon, the hidden dwarf nesting on a giant’s wooden leg, the unicorn playing piano and so much more… » Jean Paul Favand
A palace of marvels and illusions for your special events
This palace of marvels and illusions, where the real and the virtual meet, will provide you with an unforgettable experience. With its imposing iron beams and brick-arched openings, its structure bears witness of the industrial architecture of the late 1800s. The scenery pays tribute to a form of entertainment that was popular in the 19th century « The Theatre of Marvels and its phantasmagorias ».
A combination of tradition and modernity
The orchestration of the lighting, sound and optical effects turns this venue into an enormous show hall. The numerous old and authentic attractions are featured along with our virtual astrological game and video shows to please your guests.
A great venue for big events
The versatility of the space will enable to transform it accordingly to your events specifications. It is the biggest of our four venues and is perfectly suitable for conferences, fashion shows, dinner dance, formal dinners and cocktail receptions for numerous guests.
Capacity
Seated meal
Up to 800 guests
cocktail reception
Up to 880 guests
Theater
Up to 850 guests
Size 1800m2
Capacity 880 guests
Adding a room : you can increase the capacity by adding another room (the Musée des Arts Forains, the Salons Vénitiens or the Magic Mirror).
Adding an outdoor area: The private garden-street – 800 sqm
Rates : Rental fees are quoted upon request, according to the number of guests, the time of the year and the chosen options.
Fairground attractions, shows and artists
Fairground attractions and games
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Wooden skill games
Ancestors of the billiards, these games require skills and dexterity
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Unicorn zodiac game
This sculpture of figurative woods was entirely created to receive video projections. As in a lottery, the players bid on the zodiac sign of their choice. The winners assist to the projection of a poetic video corresponding to their astrological sign.
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Billiard and pucks table games
Despite their name, Japanese billiards do not come from the Far East. They are French games in which points are accumulated by throwing balls into various circles.
Pucks elasticated table games : players race each other to clear the pucks from their side of the board. It will guarantee your guests a laugh or two. -
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Marenghi shooting gallery
These mechanical shooting targets made by Valentin Milot represent several scenes of daily life. Once you hit the target, the doors spring open. The scene animates thanks to a clockwork mechanism and windup power.
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Horse race
This unavoidable attraction lets you take part in captivating races. Twelve horses stand side by side on the starting line. The first player who finishes the race, with or without a rider, wins.
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Dutch spinning top game
This beautifully decorated game of chance was already present in royal courts. It then appeared in clubs and salons. Wishes will come true if you manage to ring the bell.
Shows
Video Show
Twelve video projectors and many different light sources work collectively, the room seems endowed with life, turning into a 1800sqm show hall. This confrontation between the real and the virtual is intriguing as it plays on optical illusions and unusual combining of images. It is a tribute to the very first forms of lights and shadows performances, using modern cutting edge technologies and a great amount of fantasy.
Mechanical music instruments
Three instruments are playing together – a carillon on the wall, a Mortier organ from the 1920s and an automated piano telepathically controlled by the Unicorn – and interpret waltzes and gymnopaedias, turning the room into a ballroom.
Artists
We can give you a catalogue of artists to choose from for a live performance:
Trapezists, stilt-walkers, jugglers, acrobats, mimes, fire breathers, magiciens, musicians, and orchestras who can greet your guests and animate your event.
History
Tech specifications
Total size : 1800sqm
Lighting : 96-channel digital console / Scripted lighting that uses over 650 sources of light. It is possible to customise the lighting according to the type of event chosen.
Sound : Multizone diffusion controlled by a computer / APG Diffusion / HF Mic.
Included personnel : a manager and security agent(s)
Other : The room is adapted for video projections.
Wi-Fi
Ground floor load-in
Prep area with sink (lift)
DOWNLOADS
Directions
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By car
Easy access from the Boulevard Périphérique ( exit at Porte de Bercy ) and from the Voie Georges Pompidou
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By metro
Line 14 Station : Cour St Emilion – 5 minutes away from the Châtelet
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By bus
Lines 24, 109 and 111 – Bus stop : Terroirs de France
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Parking Indigo (3000 spaces)
Saint-Emilion : 12 Place des Vins de France, 75012 Paris
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Bercy Coach Parking
Bercy Cars : 6 rue des Pirogues de Bercy, 75012 Paris
+33 (0) 1 44 68 89 59
Bercy Autocars : 210 quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris
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Accessibility
Disabled access
Please note that a cobbled street connects our different rooms
