Au Lapin Agile
France
Next up are the famous vineyards of Montmartre. Almost on the top of the hill they overlook the suburbs of Paris and produce a surprisingly good red wine. Opposite the vineyard is the entrance to the famous Cabaret, Le Lapin Agile, where your guide will tell you the legend of Lolo, the painting donkey.
Contents
7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Au Lapin Agile
Welcome to the summit of the Butte of Montmartre, standing before a structure that encapsulates the very soul of the Parisian avant-garde. Au Lapin Agile, or 'At the Agile Rabbit,' is not merely a cabaret; it is a living museum…
Listen in the app2The Sign of Andre Gill — A Masterpiece of Wordplay
To truly understand the identity of this establishment, we must look closely at the whimsical sign depicting a rabbit leaping out of a saucepan. This artwork was created by Andre Gill, a prominent caricaturist and painter of the…
Listen in the app3The Era of Le Pere Frede — The Heart of the Heyday
The most mythic era of Au Lapin Agile began under the management of Frederic Gerard, affectionately known to all as 'Le Pere Frede' or Father Freddy. A man of immense charisma, Frede was the quintessential bohemian manager. …
Listen in the app4The Interior Sanctuary — A Canvas of Red and Shadow
Stepping through the threshold of Au Lapin Agile is an exercise in sensory immersion. The first thing that strikes you is the color: a deep, saturating red that dominates the walls and the lighting. …
Listen in the app5The Picasso Connection — From Hunger to Forty-Two Million
Perhaps the most famous association with Au Lapin Agile is that of Pablo Picasso. In 1905, during his transition from the somber Blue Period to the warmer Rose Period, Picasso painted a masterpiece specifically for this cabaret,…
Listen in the app6A Legacy in Film and Literature — From Satie to Steve Martin
The influence of Au Lapin Agile extends far beyond the canvas, permeating music, cinema, and modern theater. The legendary composer Erik Satie was a regular fixture here, often serving as an accompanist on the piano. …
Listen in the app7Closing
As our exploration of Au Lapin Agile concludes, we find ourselves reflecting on the extraordinary legacy of this small pink building. It has survived world wars, economic shifts, and the relentless march of tourism, yet it…
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What is Au Lapin Agile?
Au Lapin Agile is a place in France with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | France |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 7 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 48.8886, 2.3400 |
| Last updated |
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