Grand Auditorium — venue
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Grand Auditorium

116 Av. du Président Kennedy, 75016 Paris, France★ 4.8 · 771 reviews
The room

A closer look.

Located within the iconic Maison de la Radio, the Grand Auditorium stands as a uniquely rounded monument and a masterpiece of modern Parisian architecture. Following a major nine-year restructuring by AS Architecture-Studio, the hall has emerged as one of the capital's most exceptional places to experience live sound. Its circular silhouette is the only one of its kind in France, creating an immersive acoustic environment that challenges the traditional concert hall experience. While it honors its institutional roots, the venue is celebrated for being a space where audiences can discover music far beyond the classical canon. It remains a distinct landmark in the city, blending the heritage of French broadcasting with a forward-thinking approach to live performance. The room’s character is defined by this intersection of revolutionary design and its role as a premier House of Music.

Programming

The venue hosts a diverse range of programming that includes classical institutions alongside exceptional contemporary performances that deviate from traditional genres.

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In their words

The room, from the crowd.

Guests and critics highlight the venue as a remarkable circular monument with a uniquely rounded silhouette that stands out in the Parisian skyline. The atmosphere is defined by its exceptional architectural restructuring, offering a space that is both an aesthetic milestone and a functional hub for radio and music. Visitors appreciate the venue's status as an iconic institution that balances historic significance with modern design.

While the sources mention the venue as an exceptional place for music beyond just classical genres, specific artist mentions for the Paris location are limited in these texts. The broader programming context suggests a focus on high-caliber performances, though the specific artists listed in the provided data are associated with other global auditoriums rather than the Paris site itself. Sources emphasize the venue's role in hosting major milestones for the music community.

AS architecture-studio has completed a major milestone in the...

— www.designboom.com· press· 12/20/2014read

exceptional places where not everyone comes to listen to classical music.

— bachtrack.com· press· 6/26/2025read

Opry Entertainment Group will celebrate America's 250th birthday

— musicrow.com· press· 7/12/2026read

Grammy- and Emmy-winning string trio Time for Three performed their “Starry Symphony” concert

— www.plataformamedia.comTime for Three· press· 12/12/2025read

The Vallejo Symphony is set to perform a free concert to celebrate the grand reopening of Hogan Auditorium

— www.timesheraldonline.comVallejo Symphony· press· 4/20/2026read

An exploration of the historic Ryman Auditorium and the Country Music Hall of Fame

— www.kcbx.org· press· 3/5/2026read

Austin rings in 2026 at Auditorium Shores with The Head and the Heart, local acts, food trucks, a drone show, fireworks

— cbsaustin.comThe Head and the Heart· press· 12/30/2025read

the House of Radio and Music is one of Paris's most recognizable...

— www.sortiraparis.com· press· 8/5/2026read

featuring unforgettable experiences at Category 10

— www.visitmusiccity.com· press· 6/17/2026read
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116 Av. du Président Kennedy, 75016 Paris, France
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