La Licorne

Théâtre de la Licorne is a compact cultural venue in the La Bocca district of Cannes, best known for its rich program of shows aimed at children and families. Functioning as a theatre, cinema, and conference space all in one, it has long drawn both locals and visitors looking for a cultural break from the French Riviera's beaches.

How to get there?

The theatre sits at 25, avenue Francis Tonner, in La Bocca — a district west of central Cannes and the famous Palais des Festivals. It's a quieter, more residential part of the city, well connected to the rest of Cannes by local bus lines. Drivers will find parking nearby, making the venue an easy stop for families traveling with young children and strollers.

What will you see?

Théâtre de la Licorne is a 483-seat performance hall built in the Italian style (à l'italienne), the classic European theatre layout with tiered balconies curving around the stage to keep the audience's focus on the performers. The French Ministry of Culture has designated the venue a nationally significant stage in the category of "art, childhood, and youth," underlining its role in introducing young audiences to the performing arts.

The program covers a wide range of stage forms: storytelling, live music, circus, object theatre, and dance, all curated with children and families in mind. Two recurring fixtures anchor the yearly calendar: the "P'tits Cannes à You" festival, aimed squarely at young audiences, and "Jeudis du jazz," a series of Thursday evening jazz concerts pitched at a broader crowd. Between the two, the theatre stays active across most of the year rather than concentrating on a single type of event.

Accessibility is also built into the venue. The hall is fitted with a hearing loop for visitors with hearing impairments, and select performances are part of the "Souffleurs d'images" program, which provides audio description for blind and visually impaired guests. This combination of family-focused programming and genuine accessibility is somewhat unusual and makes the theatre stand out among small regional venues.

When to visit?

The theatre's season generally runs from autumn through spring, tracking the French school calendar and letting families combine a show with other things to do in Cannes outside the peak summer tourist crush. Because the lineup changes regularly, it's worth checking the current season's schedule before planning a visit — recurring highlights like the children's festival and the jazz series each have their own fixed dates during the year.

How do you book tickets?

Tickets for Théâtre de la Licorne can be booked through the City of Cannes website, the Cannes Agenda app, or in person at the city hall ticket office. Visitors wanting more detail on the current program or seat availability can also call ahead for information.

Frequently asked questions

What is Théâtre de la Licorne? It's a 483-seat theatre in the La Bocca district of Cannes, designated by the French Ministry of Culture as a nationally significant stage for children's and youth arts programming.

Who is the program aimed at? Mostly children and families — the lineup includes storytelling, circus, object theatre, and dance — but it also includes adult-oriented events such as the "Jeudis du jazz" concert series.

Is the theatre accessible to visitors with disabilities? Yes — the hall has a hearing loop for those with hearing impairments, and select shows offer audio description for blind or visually impaired visitors through the "Souffleurs d'images" program.

Where can tickets be purchased? Tickets are available through the cannes.com website, the Cannes Agenda app, or at the Cannes city hall ticket office.