The Comédie de l’Est in Colmar is a cornerstone of contemporary theatre in Alsace, dedicated to creativity, dialogue, and cultural exchange. Founded in 1969, it has grown into one of France’s national drama centers, renowned for its commitment to staging bold productions that blend classical repertoire with modern voices. Its program embraces diversity, offering plays, workshops, and residencies that nurture both established artists and emerging talent. The theatre’s mission extends beyond performance, fostering education and outreach to bring the art of theatre closer to schools and communities. Within its walls, audiences encounter stories that challenge, inspire, and reflect the complexities of society, while the intimate setting ensures a powerful connection between stage and spectator. More than a venue, the Comédie de l’Est is a living institution, shaping Colmar’s cultural identity and affirming theatre as a vital force in civic life.
Colmar FranceComédie de l'Est, also known as Comédie de Colmar, is located at 6 Route d'Ingersheim on the northeastern outskirts of Colmar, Alsace, France. This modern theatre complex, featuring two halls and rehearsal studios, sits in a semi-rural area accessible by car or local bus from the city center. Nearby, residential neighborhoods blend with green spaces and easy roads leading back to Colmar's vibrant historic core, including Place Unterlinden, Musée Unterlinden, Little Venice canals, the Gothic Collégiale Saint-Martin church, and TRACE tram stops for convenient connections to shops, cafés, and the train station.
Musée Unterlinden
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Musée Bartholdi
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Musée du Jouet
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Museum of Natural History and Ethnography
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The Village Hansi & its Museum
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Musée des usines municipales de Colmar
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Choco Story Colmar
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Alsatian Wines Museum
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Musée de la Glyptographie
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Wax of Legends
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Théâtre Municipal
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Auditorium Europe
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Salle Saint Antoine
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Théâtre de plein air
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Espace d’Art Contemporain André Malraux
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Carré d’artistes Colmar
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Villa Tschaen
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Koïfhus
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House of Heads
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La Petite Venise
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Maison Pfister
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Collégiale Saint-Martin
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Marché Couvert de Colmar
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Quartier des Tanneurs
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Parc du Champ de Mars
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Église des Dominicains
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Ancien Corps de Garde
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Église Saint-Matthieu
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Église Saint-Joseph
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Parc du Château d’Eau
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Fontaine dédiée à l'Amiral Bruat
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Base Nautique Colmar Houssen
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