La Comédie de Toulouse

What La Comédie de Toulouse does

La Comédie de Toulouse is a privately-held comedy and theater venue founded in 2010, operating a single physical location at 16 rue Saint Germier in Toulouse, France. The venue hosts live entertainment including one-person comedy shows, theatrical productions, improvisation performances, and children's programming, with approximately 50 different shows planned across the 2026-2027 season. The business operates a direct-to-consumer model through its own ticketing platform (billetterie.lacomediedetoulouse.com), physical box office, phone reservations, and an online ticketing partner, with ticket prices ranging from €8.50 for children's shows to €38 for premium performances by established comedians.

The company's revenue mechanics rely on two principal streams: ticket sales as the primary engine, and an on-site restaurant, Le Jardin, located at 12 rue Saint Germier, which operates Tuesday through Saturday evenings with additional days tied to show scheduling. Ancillary revenue includes improvisation training courses ("Cours d'Impro") and gift vouchers ("bons cadeaux") processed through the Qidoon platform operated by Smartartech SAS. Payment processing is handled through Stripe, with the merchant name appearing as "SMARTARTECH" on customer bank statements. The company also generates group and private event revenue from restaurant privatization.

The company targets local Toulouse and Occitanie-region audiences, segmented primarily into general entertainment seekers and families with young children. Marketing is conducted through organic social channels (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok), email newsletter, and cross-promotional partnerships with local venues and regional media outlets (La Dépêche Midi, Le Rex de Toulouse, Les Chevaliers du Fiel). The business model is asset-heavy in real estate but operationally lean, with approximately 7 employees supporting programming, ticketing, restaurant operations, and marketing. The venue has no disclosed funding rounds, no institutional investors, and no parent entity, operating as an independent small business with content sourced primarily from touring comedians and playwrights.

Name

La Comédie de Toulouse

Legal name

La Comédie de Toulouse

Website

https://lacomediedetoulouse.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

La Comédie de Toulouse is a privately-held comedy and theater venue in Toulouse, France, operating a single location hosting live comedy shows, theatrical productions, improvisation, and children's entertainment, supplemented by an on-site restaurant and improvisation training courses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Live Entertainment / Theater Services

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters (71111), Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters (711110)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Comedy Clubs (Nightlife Venues) (MPAGAIAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Stand-Up Comedy Shows (MPAGACAA), Comedy Club & Showcase Nights (MPAGACAE), Comedy Festivals (MPAGACAD)

Keywords

• Live comedy shows
• Theater performances
• Improvisation shows
• Stand-up entertainment
• Children's theater

Headquarters

HQ city

Toulouse

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Ticket sales: Revenue from selling tickets to comedy shows, one-person shows, theater performances, improvisation, and family-friendly entertainment events. Ticket prices range from €8.50 to €38 depending on the show and category.
2. Restaurant Le Jardin: On-site restaurant operating Tuesday to Saturday from 7PM (open Sundays and Mondays when there are shows), offering dining services for theater-goers. Reservations accepted for groups and private events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

La Comédie de Toulouse operates a live entertainment venue in central Toulouse offering stand-up comedy shows, one-person performances, theatrical plays, and improvisation shows multiple times per week. The venue is supplemented by an on-site restaurant (Le Jardin), professional improvisation training courses, gift vouchers for shows, and dedicated children's programming for ages 9 months to 7 years.

Product overview

La Comédie de Toulouse is a comedy and theater venue offering a diverse program of live performances. The core offering consists of stand-up comedy shows (one-man/one-woman shows), theatrical productions (plays), and improvisation performances. The venue also operates an on-site restaurant (Le Jardin) and provides improvisation training courses. Additional services include gift vouchers for shows and dedicated children's programming. The theater collaborates with external ticketing platforms (Qidoon for gift vouchers, direct billetterie for show tickets) and offers professional programs through its PRO section.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• La Comédie de Toulouse — Theater Venue A comedy and theater venue located at 16, rue Saint Germier, 31000 Toulouse, hosting live performances including stand-up comedy shows, theater plays, and improvisation shows for local audiences.
• Theater Performances (Théâtre) Live theater productions including plays by authors such as Josiane Balasko, Agnès Jaoui, and Jean-Pierre Bacri, featuring professional actors and comedic theater pieces.
• Comedy Shows (Spectacles d'Humour) Stand-up comedy and one-person shows featuring both established and emerging comedians performing their latest routines, priced from €20 to €38.
• Improvisation Shows (Improvisations) Live improvisation performances including the 'Trio d'Impro' shows with audience-driven scenarios and themed special events like 'Impro Late Show'.
• Restaurant Le Jardin On-site restaurant located at 12 rue Saint Germier, open Tuesday to Saturday from 19H00, with Sunday and Monday openings during shows. Offers group reservations and privatization options for events.
• Improvisation Classes (Cours d'Impro) Professional improvisation training courses offered for individuals looking to learn or improve their improvisation skills.
• Gift Vouchers (Bon Cadeau Spectacles) Gift vouchers for shows available for purchase through the Qidoon platform, allowing recipients to attend performances of their choice at the venue.
• Children's Shows (Spectacles Enfants) Family-friendly performances including 'Yali et le Feu', 'Yali et le Jaguar', and 'Lulu la Pirate Crochue' designed for young audiences from 9 months to 7 years old, priced from €8.50.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Les Chevaliers du FielminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCross-promotional partner website linking to Les Chevaliers du Fiel comedy duo's official site
• Le Rex de ToulouseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCross-promotional partner - another entertainment venue in Toulouse
• La Dépêche MidiminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal media partner - regional newspaper providing coverage and promotional support

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Le Rex de Toulouse: A major live entertainment venue in Toulouse offering concerts, comedy, and shows. Direct competitor in the same local market and listed as a co-marketing partner of La Comédie de Toulouse, making it the most directly comparable peer.
• Théâtre du Palais Royal: Parisian theater venue specializing in comedic plays and boulevard theater. Comparable as a venue focused on French comedy and theatrical productions with a residency/booking model.
• Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse: Parisian theater hosting comedies, one-person shows, and theatrical productions. Closely comparable as a theater venue focused on French comedy and theatrical plays with a ticketing-driven model.
• Théâtre Antoine: Long-established Parisian theater specializing in comedy and contemporary plays. Comparable as a focused comedy and theater venue with a similar programming philosophy and ticketing model.

Broad incumbents

• L'Olympia: Iconic Parisian live entertainment venue presenting stand-up, music, and theater. Comparable as a tier-one French live entertainment venue with a diverse programming slate, though at a significantly larger scale and brand recognition.
• La Nouvelle Eve: Parisian cabaret and live entertainment venue offering dinner-show experiences. Comparable as a live entertainment venue combining on-site dining with theatrical performances, paralleling La Comédie's restaurant + theater model.
• Le Trianon: Historic Parisian music hall and theater venue hosting comedy, music, and theater performances. Comparable as a multi-format live entertainment venue with a comparable programming model, though operating in a larger market.
• Bobino: Established Parisian music hall and theater venue hosting varied programming including comedy, music, and variety shows. Comparable as a multi-format live entertainment venue with a similar family show and adult programming mix.
• Casino de Paris: Major Parisian live entertainment venue (concert hall format) hosting concerts, comedy, and variety shows. Comparable as a medium-to-large French live entertainment venue with touring artist programming.

Others

• Les Chevaliers du Fiel: Popular French comedy duo with touring shows and recurring partnerships. Listed as a marketing partner of La Comédie de Toulouse; comparable as a content provider feeding French regional comedy venues.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/La-Com%C3%A9die-de-Toulouse-187896264572924
• Instagraminstagram.com/lacomediedetoulouse
• TikToktiktok.com/@lacomediedetoulouse
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/la-com%C3%A9die-de-toulouse

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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