The Alhambra-Maurice Chevalier was a
music hall
Music hall is a type of British theatrical entertainment that was popular from the early Victorian era, beginning around 1850. It faded away after 1918 as the halls rebranded their entertainment as variety. Perceptions of a distinction in Bri ...
located at 50, rue de Malte in the 11th arrondissement of
Paris. It opened on August 11, 1866, and after a long history, and many name changes, was finally demolished in 1967. When the theatre originally opened, it was actually called the Cirque-Impérial—it was only in 1956 that Jane Breteau renamed it Alhambra-
Maurice Chevalier
Maurice Auguste Chevalier (; 12 September 1888 – 1 January 1972) was a French singer, actor and entertainer. He is perhaps best known for his signature songs, including " Livin' In The Sunlight", " Valentine", "Louise", " Mimi", and "Thank Hea ...
, in honor of the beloved French actor and singer.
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A new Alhambra
The Alhambra (, ; ar, الْحَمْرَاء, Al-Ḥamrāʾ, , ) is a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the most famous monuments of Islamic architecture and one of the best-preserved palaces of the ...
opened in 2008. This is 300 meters from the site of the old Alhambra-Maurice Chevalier.
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Former theatres in Paris
Former music venues in France
Music halls in Paris
11th arrondissement of Paris
Music venues completed in 1866
Theatres completed in 1866
Buildings and structures demolished in 1967
Demolished buildings and structures in France
1866 establishments in France
1967 disestablishments in France
Demolished buildings and structures in Paris