Lille's first Opera House, built in 1875 by Michel Lequeux, a native of Lille, was destroyed by fire in 1903. To replace the neoclassicism of the destroyed edifice, Cordonnier suggested a style that was decidedly Louis XVI, with an interior decoration as sumptuous as its outward appearance. The building was inaugurated in 1923, with Massenet, Lalo and Bizet on the program. Notice the high contours at the summit of the building depicting Apollo and his Muses, by Hippolyte Lefébvre, an allegory of Music, one of Alphonse Cordonnier's works on the left. On the other side, enjoy tragedy by the sculptor Lemaire.
Many still know this theater by its old name, Métaphore, but the Théâtre du Nord aims to be a theater for every taste. Its varied repertoire includes regional creations and classics, directed by Stuart Seide. You'll be satisfied with all aspects of your experience, from the performances to the service. There is a bar in the foyer that is open before and after each performance, and when there is a show, the theater holds a meeting with the artist afterward. Don't miss out!