Théâtre Montparnasse

What Théâtre Montparnasse does

Théâtre Montparnasse operates a two-venue live theater complex in the Montparnasse district of Paris (14th arrondissement) under the legal entity SNC du Théâtre Montparnasse. The main hall, inaugurated on October 29, 1886, is a 715-seat Italian-style theater inscribed as a French historical monument in 1984; the adjacent Petit Montparnasse, created in 1979 in a former scenery warehouse and renovated to 200 seats in 1998-2003, programs contemporary writing and emerging talent. Combined capacity is 915 seats across both halls.

The business runs a continuous seasonal rotation of drama, comedy, musical, and one-person shows priced roughly €20-€63, with €10 youth tickets (under 26) subsidized by the Ville de Paris and a Carte Fidélité loyalty card offering €20 vouchers after eight full-price purchases. Beyond ticket sales (the primary revenue stream), the company monetizes the venue through a first-floor Foyer restaurant and bar, corporate and private venue privatization of both halls, printable gift cards (€20/€40/€50/€100), and licensing of successful productions for international touring (e.g., Le Porteur d'Histoire, 4,000+ international performances). Ticketing is delivered via a third-party platform, Tickandlive, supported by a phone and on-site box office.

The company is privately held and director-controlled, with no disclosed external investors or parent company; Bertrand Thamin (co-director since 2006, sole director 2021-2024) and Stéphane Engelberg (co-director since 2024) lead operations. The theater is a member of the Théâtres et Producteurs Associés (TPA) network under the Association pour le Soutien du Théâtre Privé (ASTP). Under the prior directorship of Myriam Feune de Colombi (1984-2021), the venue accumulated 38 Molière awards and 117 nominations, and recent productions such as Peau d'homme (2025 Molières) and nominees for 2026 reflect sustained awards positioning.

Name

Théâtre Montparnasse

Legal name

SNC du Théâtre Montparnasse

Website

https://theatremontparnasse.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1886

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Théâtre Montparnasse is a privately held, two-venue Parisian live-theater operator (715-seat main hall and 200-seat Petit Montparnasse) selling season programming, on-site dining, venue privatization, gift cards, and touring production licensing to general audiences, youth patrons, and corporate clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Performing Arts / Live Theater

NAICS

Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters (71111), Performing Arts Companies (7111), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Regional & Repertory Theatre Companies (MPAGABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Theater & Performing Arts Venue Operations (Playhouses, Opera Houses) (MPAGALAB), Theatre Services & Design (Scenic/Costume/Props/Stage Management) (MPAGABAO), Theater, Musicals & Performing Arts (THAJAFAB), Performing Arts & Cultural Event Venues (Theaters, Museums) (THAHAAAG)

Keywords

• Live theater performances
• Performing arts venue
• Theatrical productions
• Venue privatization
• Event ticketing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Primary revenue from selling admission tickets to theater performances at both Théâtre Montparnasse (715 seats) and Petit Montparnasse (200 seats). Online, phone, and box office sales.
2. Foyer Restaurant: In-theater dining service at the 1st floor Foyer, open 1 hour before performances. Offers appetizers, meals, and beverages including champagne, wines, and cocktails.
3. Venue Privatization: Renting out theater spaces (both Grand Théâtre and Petit Montparnasse) for corporate events, private functions, and special occasions.
4. Gift Cards: Printable gift cards sold in denominations of 20€, 40€, 50€, or 100€, valid for one year, usable across all shows.
5. Touring Productions: Tours of successful productions to other venues, with dedicated contact for booking touring companies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Théâtre Montparnasse operates a historic Parisian live theater venue with two performance spaces — the 715-seat Italian-style Théâtre Montparnasse (founded 1886) and the 200-seat contemporary Petit Montparnasse (since 1979). The company produces and presents a rotating program of theatrical productions spanning drama, comedy, solo performances, and contemporary works. Ancillary offerings include on-site Foyer Restaurant dining, venue privatization for corporate and private events, gift cards, and a shared loyalty program through the Théâtres et Producteurs Associés network.

Product overview

Théâtre Montparnasse operates as a traditional Parisian theater venue with two performance spaces. The main Théâtre Montparnasse (established 1886) is a 715-seat Italian-style theater, and the Petit Montparnasse (since 1979) is a 200-seat contemporary venue. The theater presents a rotating program of theatrical productions across both venues, complemented by a Foyer Restaurant service and venue privatization offerings. Ticketing is managed through an external ticketing platform (tickandlive.com).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Théâtre Montparnasse (Main Venue) Primary 715-seat historic Italian-style theater hosting a diverse program of theatrical productions including dramas, comedies, and solo performances for the general public theatergoing audience in Paris.
• Petit Montparnasse A 200-seat contemporary theater venue established in 1979, dedicated to discovering new talents and contemporary writing, and presenting theatrical productions for the general public.
• Le Foyer Restaurant In-theater dining and bar service located on the first floor of the theater, open one hour before performances, offering appetizers, meals, and beverages including champagne, wines, and cocktails. Available to ticket holders and visitors.
• Venue Privatization Services Rental of both the Grand Théâtre (715 seats) and Petit Montparnasse (200 seats) for corporate events, private functions, special occasions, and team-building events. Direct sales via the theater's event team.
• Gift Cards (Cartes Cadeaux) Prepaid gift cards available in denominations of €20, €40, €50, or €100, valid for one year and redeemable across all performances at both Théâtre Montparnasse and Petit Montparnasse.
• Touring Productions Licensing of successful in-house theatrical productions (such as Le Porteur d'Histoire, 4,000+ international performances since 2012) to other venues for touring distribution. Coordinated by dedicated tour booking contacts.

Quantifiable outcome

• 38 Molière awards won (1987-2021)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Théâtres et Producteurs Associés (TPA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThéâtre Montparnasse is part of the Théâtres et Producteurs Associés network, a brand grouping private Parisian theaters and regional members of the Association pour le Soutien du Théâtre Privé (ASTP). The network provides shared loyalty program, marketing, and collaborative programming.
• Association pour le Soutien du Théâtre Privé (ASTP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThéâtre Montparnasse adheres to ASTP, which supports independent theater operation models that have long characterized French theater life.
• TickandlivecoreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party ticketing platform provider for online ticket sales. Provides 24/7 online booking system for all theater performances.
• La MatièreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-production partner for Ta deuxième vie commence quand tu comprends que tu n'en as qu'une.
• Sandra Ghenassia ProductionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-production partner for Ta deuxième vie commence quand tu comprends que tu n'en as qu'une.
• MB & associésminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-production partner for Ta deuxième vie commence quand tu comprends que tu n'en as qu'une.
• Éditions EyrollesminorOthersPublisher of Raphaëlle Giordano's novel 'Ta deuxième vie commence quand tu comprends que tu n'en as qu'une', which was adapted for the stage at Petit Montparnasse.
• FiatminorOthersCorporate sponsor thanked in connection with Ancien malade des hôpitaux de Paris production.
• Atipik, SIAE (Salon du Bourget), SAFRAN, Groupe ADP (Aéroports de Paris)minorOthersCorporate sponsors thanked in connection with Voltige production, featuring Dorine Bourneton.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Théâtre de Paris: Major private Parisian theater operating at similar scale with a comparable contemporary French programming strategy and shared dependence on Paris-resident and tourist audiences.
• Théâtre Hébertot: Historic private Parisian theater and TPA-network member presenting contemporary French dramatic works; comparable size, programming strategy, and reliance on touring to extend production revenue.
• Théâtre du Palais-Royal: Long-established private Parisian theater also part of the Théâtres et Producteurs Associés (TPA) network, presenting a comparable mix of comedies and classic productions targeting similar tourist and resident demographics.
• Théâtre de la Madeleine: Central Paris private theater also operating in the TPA-affiliated ecosystem with similar Molières-track programming and audience demographic targeting.
• Théâtre du Gymnase: Long-established private Parisian theater presenting comedies and contemporary productions, competing for the same production rights, talent pool, and Paris theatergoing audience as Théâtre Montparnasse.
• Théâtre des Champs-Élysées: Another major private Parisian theater with a long heritage and a similarly prestigious Molière-eligible programming model; both compete for the same upscale Parisian audience, premium ticket pricing, and corporate event clientele.
• Comédie des Champs-Élysées: Historic Parisian private theater with a parallel heritage profile (founded 1913) and comparable mix of classic and contemporary French theatrical productions in a venue of similar size.
• Théâtre Marigny: Historic Parisian theater venue operating comparable large-scale productions in a heritage building; competes for the same Molière-eligible productions and corporate/private event business.
• Théâtre Antoine: Historic Parisian private theater and fellow TPA-network member operating in a similar mid-size venue category, with comparable ticketing economics, programming breadth, and touring partnerships.
• Théâtre Edouard VII: Boutique Parisian private theater within the TPA network offering contemporary French productions and comedies — direct competitor for Molière nominations, actor talent, and the same central-Paris theatergoing audience.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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M&A

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