Theatre Des Varietes Collection

Fire sprinklers, 19th century
Fire sprinklers. This system of sprinklers was designed to extinguish fires, and here has been installed in a theatre in 19th-century France

English actor Charles Potier and Miss Pauline in the comedy L'Homme de Sixty Ans by d'Artois
FLO4562942 English actor Charles Potier and Miss Pauline in the comedy L'Homme de Sixty Ans by d'Artois, Simonnin and Ferdinand at the Theatre des Varietes, 1824

English comic actor Brunet (Jean-Joseph Mira, 1766-1853) as Jocrisse in Jocrisse corrige by Charles-Auguistin Sewrin at
FLO4562748 English comic actor Brunet (Jean-Joseph Mira, 1766-1853) as Jocrisse in Jocrisse corrige by Charles-Auguistin Sewrin at the Theatre des Varietes, 1812

English actor Charles-Gabriel Potier as Blouse in the comedy Les Blouses by Gabriel
FLO4562914 English actor Charles-Gabriel Potier as Blouse in the comedy Les Blouses by Gabriel and Armand at the Theatre des Varietes, 1822

Comic actor Charles Potier (1774-1838) as Lantimeche in Combat des Montagnes by Eugene Scribe at the Theatre des
FLO4562649 Comic actor Charles Potier (1774-1838) as Lantimeche in Combat des Montagnes by Eugene Scribe at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris, 1816

English actress Jenny-Vertpre (1797-1865) as Lise in La fille mal gardee at the Theatre des Varietes, 1822
FLO4562920 English actress Jenny-Vertpre (1797-1865) as Lise in La fille mal gardee at the Theatre des Varietes, 1822. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Charles Malo's Almanach des

English actor Charles Emmanuel Lepeintre (1782-1854) as Franc-coeur in Les Moissoneurs by Francis
FLO4562863 English actor Charles Emmanuel Lepeintre (1782-1854) as Franc-coeur in Les Moissoneurs by Francis, Brazier and Dumersan at the Theatre des Varietes, 1821

Jacques Nicolas Tiercelin (1764-1837) as Bonneau in Les Auvergnats by Marc-Antoine Desaugiers
FLO4562700 Jacques Nicolas Tiercelin (1764-1837) as Bonneau in Les Auvergnats by Marc-Antoine Desaugiers and Gentil de Chavagnac at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris

English actress Miss Pauline (Jeanne Marguerite Nicole Lavrilliere) as Henriette in Jarretiere de la Marie by Eugene
FLO4562642 English actress Miss Pauline (Jeanne Marguerite Nicole Lavrilliere) as Henriette in Jarretiere de la Marie by Eugene Scribe at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris, 1816

Vue du théâtre des Variétés, sur le boulevard Montmartre, 1817-1824. Creator: Courvoisier-Voisin, Henri (1757-1830)
Vue du theatre des Varietes, sur le boulevard Montmartre, 1817-1824. Private Collection

Federal Varieties, Skaneateles, NY, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Federal Varieties, Skaneateles, NY, [193-]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Showing Off, New York, 1937. Creator: Unknown
Showing Off, New York, 1937. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Theatre des Varietes and panorama of rotundas on boulevard Montmartre, around 1820, current 2nd... Creator: Unknown
Theatre des Varietes and panorama of rotundas on boulevard Montmartre, around 1820, current 2nd arrondissement, between 1815 and 1825

L'Acteur Hugues Bouffé (1800-1888), représenté dans les costumes de ses principaux rôles... 1848
L'Acteur Hugues Bouffe (1800-1888), represente dans les costumes de ses principaux roles, dans sa loge du theatre des Varietes, 1848

The ground floor box, at the Theatre des Varieties, 1883. Creator: Jean Beraud
The ground floor box, at the Theatre des Varieties, 1883

Boulevard Montmartre, in front of the Théâtre des Varieties, in the afternoon, c1885. Creator: Jean Beraud
Boulevard Montmartre, in front of the Theatre des Varieties, in the afternoon, c1885

Boulevard Montmartre, at night, in front of the Theatre des Varieties, c1885. Creator: Jean Beraud
Boulevard Montmartre, at night, in front of the Theatre des Varieties, c1885

Variety theatre and le passage des Panoramas, boulevard Montmartre, c1825. Creator: Unknown
Variety theatre and le passage des Panoramas, boulevard Montmartre, c1825

Portrait of Bernard-Leon (1784-1856), actor and director of the Vaudeville and Gaite theatres, c1825

Albert Brasseur, Frenchcomedian and operetta singer. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786103 Albert Brasseur, Frenchcomedian and operetta singer. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by de Losques, Daniel (Thouroude) (1880-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Albert Brasseur)

Actresses in the dressing rooms of the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b / w photo)
3101194 Actresses in the dressing rooms of the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The comic opera Chilperic at the Theatre des Varietes (colour litho)
2818613 The comic opera Chilperic at the Theatre des Varietes (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Actresses at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b / w photo)
3101191 Actresses at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Actresses at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris)

Marie Magnier as Madame Joulin in Les Deux Ecoles (coloured photo)
978109 Marie Magnier as Madame Joulin in Les Deux Ecoles (coloured photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marie Magnier, French actress)

Eve Lavalliere as Estelle in Les Deux Ecoles (coloured photo)
978108 Eve Lavalliere as Estelle in Les Deux Ecoles (coloured photo) by Reutlinger Studio (1850-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eve Lavalliere, French actress)

Jeanne Saulier, French actress, as Commerce (coloured photo)
978066 Jeanne Saulier, French actress, as Commerce (coloured photo) by Reutlinger Studio (1850-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeanne Saulier, French actress, as Commerce)

Actresses amusing themselves in the dressing rooms of the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b / w photo)
3101200 Actresses amusing themselves in the dressing rooms of the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b/w photo) by French Photographer

Actors and actresses at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b / w photo)
3101192 Actors and actresses at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Actors and actresses at the Theatre des Varietes)

Actresses at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris, after a performance (b / w photo)
3101198 Actresses at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris, after a performance (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Actresses at the Theatre des Varietes)

Adeline Lanthenay as Madame Breneuil in Les Deux Ecoles (coloured photo)
978110 Adeline Lanthenay as Madame Breneuil in Les Deux Ecoles (coloured photo) by Reutlinger Studio (1850-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fashionable woman in front of the Theatre des Varietes, Boulevard Montmartre, Year VII, 1799. (Built in 1807)
5913026 Fashionable woman in front of the Theatre des Varietes, Boulevard Montmartre, Year VII, 1799. (Built in 1807). She wears bonnet, fichu, high-waisted robe and long-sleeved gloves

Jeanne Saulier as Arlette in La Chauve-Souris (coloured photo)
978057 Jeanne Saulier as Arlette in La Chauve-Souris (coloured photo) by Reutlinger Studio (1850-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeanne Saulier, French actress)

Mademoiselle Thevenet as Caroline in La Chauve-Souris (coloured photo)
978056 Mademoiselle Thevenet as Caroline in La Chauve-Souris (coloured photo) by Reutlinger Studio (1850-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mademoiselle Thevenet, French actress)

Actresses in the green room at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b / w photo)
3101196 Actresses in the green room at the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Actresses in the dressing rooms of the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b / w photo)
3101189 Actresses in the dressing rooms of the Theatre des Varietes, Paris (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mlle Fanny Chalboz as La Bourguignonne in the play Cuisinieres by Nicholas Brazier at the Theatre des Varietes, 1822
6339814 Mlle Fanny Chalboz as La Bourguignonne in the play Cuisinieres by Nicholas Brazier at the Theatre des Varietes, 1822 by Unknown Artist

Lise Berry, French actress (coloured photo)
978064 Lise Berry, French actress (coloured photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lise Berry, French actress)

Eve Lavalliere as Prince Orlovsky in La Chauve-Souris (coloured photo)
978058 Eve Lavalliere as Prince Orlovsky in La Chauve-Souris (coloured photo) by Reutlinger Studio (1850-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Marcelle Lender Dancing the Bolero in "Chilperic", 1895-1896
Marcelle Lender Dancing the Bolero in " Chilperic", 1895-1896

Theatre Des Varietes. La Chauve-Souris. Arlette. - Mlle. Jeanne Saulier, 1904. Creator: Unknown
Theatre Des Varietes. La Chauve-Souris. Arlette. - Mlle. Jeanne Saulier, 1904. Jeanne Saulier as Arlette in La Chauve-Souris or Die Fledermaus a Vienese operetta by Johann Strauss adapted by Paul

Theatre Des Varietes. - Paris Aux Varietes - Otero - Mlle. Lise Berty, 1904. Creator: Unknown
Theatre Des Varietes. - Paris Aux Varietes - Otero - Mlle. Lise Berty, 1904. Lise Berty (1870-1943) as Otero in Paris Aux Varietes - a play by Paul Gavault

Theatre Des Varietes. La Chauve-Souris - Le Prince Orlofsky. - Mlle. Eve Lavalliere, 1904. Eve Lavalliere, (1866-1929) as Prince Orlofsky in La Chauve-Souris or Die Fledermaus a Vienese operetta by

Theatre Des Varietes. - Mlle. C. Thevenet. - Role de Caroline - La Chauve-Souris, 1904. Cecile Thevenet (1872-1956) as Caroline in La Chauve-Souris or Die Fledermaus a Vienese operetta by Johann

Theatre Des Varietes. - Paris Aux Varietes - La Commere. - Mlle. Saulier, 1904. Jeanne Saulier as la Commere in Paris Aux Varietes by Paul Gavault. From " Le Theatre - Jan-June 1904"

Theatre Des Varietes. - Paris Aux Varietes, 1904. Creator: Unknown
Theatre Des Varietes. - Paris Aux Varietes - La Poule (Mlle. Lavalliere). - Le Coq (M. Max-Dearly), 1904. Eve Lavalliere, (1866-1929) and Max Dearly

Daniel de Losques Imprimerie Ch Wall & Cie Theatre des Varietes
Daniel de Losques, Imprimerie Ch. Wall & Cie, Theatre des Varietes: La Piste, paper, lithography, total: height: 153 cm; width: 119, 3 cm, signed: u. r

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Step back in time to the 19th century and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Theatre des Variétés. As you enter this historic venue, your eyes are immediately drawn to the ornate fire sprinklers adorning the ceiling, a testament to its commitment to safety even in those early days. The vibrant atmosphere is palpable as you catch a glimpse of Albert Brasseur, a renowned French comedian and operetta singer, captured beautifully in an illustration for Le Rire. His charismatic presence sets the stage for an evening filled with laughter and entertainment. Behind closed doors, actresses prepare themselves for their performances in the dressing rooms of Theatre des Variétés. A black-and-white photograph captures these talented women engrossed in their craft, their anticipation building as they transform into captivating characters that will grace the stage. One such production that comes alive within these walls is "Chilperic, " a comic opera brought to life through vivid color lithographs. The vibrancy of each scene transports you into a whimsical world where music and comedy intertwine seamlessly. Marie Magnier shines brilliantly as Madame Joulin in "Les Deux Ecoles, " her colored photo capturing her elegance and talent. Alongside her is Eve Lavalliere portraying Estelle, radiating charm and grace from every frame. Jeanne Saulier takes on the role of Commerce with finesse; her colored photo showcases her versatility as she embodies this character effortlessly. These talented actresses find solace amidst their busy schedules by amusing themselves within the dressing rooms - moments frozen forever through captivating black-and-white photographs. Not only do we witness extraordinary female talent at Theatre des Variétés but also actors who bring stories to life alongside them. Their camaraderie evident both on-stage and off-stage is immortalized through timeless black-and-white photos that capture their shared passion for performance. As curtains fall after each breathtaking performance, actresses gather together once more, their exhaustion mingling with a sense of fulfillment.