A real place to live
A new and unique place in CUCURON in the South Luberon named "L'ESSENTIEL"
We'd like to try and define what's essential, a question we're often asked.
We decided that we wouldn't build another showroom!
Or just another place to consume!
But quite simply, a real place to live.
It's a generous place open to the world, offering more than it imposes!
It offers more than it asks! That's what culture's for.
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that's what culture is for
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that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
that's what culture is for
The showroom
The aim of the showroom is to enable artists to exhibit their work in a dynamic environment of exchange with the public.
We give priority to long exhibitions, so as to cover the whole year, with a program of 300 days a year. Exhibitions will follow performances and installations, and we'll be encouraging cultural cross-fertilization by weaving together music, light and images.
We also give pride of place to the digital arts, offering the public a unique experience and total immersion in the work.
Le café théâtre
This fall, L'ESSENTIEL is expanding.
We are pleased to present our new venue:
THE THEATER OF THE ESSENTIAL
As an extension of our existing premises, come and discover our new space dedicated to the world of the arts: exhibitions, café théâtre, Comedy Club and concerts all year round.
We'll be posting the full program on this official page, and to make it easier for you to attend, we'll be offering an online booking system.
What's happening at l'Essentiel
Café Théâtre
The L'ESSENTIEL theater is home to a wide range of artists, with a program as diverse as it is varied: café-théâtre, stand-up, comedy club...
Concerts
Our concert hall focuses on contemporary music.
Events
When you're interested in an event, it's a good idea to reserve your place as soon as possible.
Representations
Our brasserie is open before and after every show, to ensure that you have the best possible food and beverage service.
Programming
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Can you believe it? It’s already been… 3 years.
We can hardly believe it either!
It’s been three years since this slightly crazy adventure began. Three years filled with concerts, events, exhibitions, encounters, laughter, and all those precious moments we’ve shared together.
Three rich, intense, and «essential» years.
To celebrate our third anniversary, we invite you to join us on SATURDAY, JUNE 13, starting at 7 p.m. Whether you’re an artist, a customer, a regular, or simply curious to discover our world for the first time, we’d be delighted to welcome you and share this moment together.
Because three years is no small feat. And above all, because this journey wouldn’t be the same without you.
FESTIVAL: JAZZTRONOMIC
JAZZ & GASTRONOMY
11/12/13 SEPTEMBER 2026 in Cucuron (84160)
See you soon for the first edition of the JAZZTRONOMIC Festival!
#jazztronomic2026
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
LES SOIRÉES BIENS #SB001
And here we have the return of the region's most striking and probably most brilliant artist...
Claude Dallu is back in force with a totally out-of-control exhibition entitled “Eclair Obscur”.
A plunge into a world where lamps seem possessed, where light tells strange stories, and where each creation seems to be the fruit of a crazy dream... or a mystical power failure.
If you're a fan of quirky art, dark yet luminous ambiances and completely off-the-wall creations, you're in for a treat.
BEUBEU
Since October 2023, Beubeu has exploded on social networks, inventing
a format as simple as it is effective: an ephemeris in song. You had to think of it...
These daily compositions have gone viral, and are followed by hundreds of thousands of people.
to over 300 million views. His energy and
its originality have allowed it to become part of everyday French life,
finally unaccustomed to combining humor and quality music. Today, Beubeu
opens a new chapter: a show written in dialogue with the audience, where
there will be plenty of room for improvisation.
Dudley Tournesol
Saturday, November 22nd
The brewery
In the raw setting of a disused factory, on the outskirts of the village of Cucuron, Brasserie L'Essentiel came to life in the summer of 2023.
This unique venue combines contemporary art and culinary events.
In perpetual motion, the establishment reinvents the spirit of French Bistrots as a living canvas, evolving with exhibitions and performances. The menu features tapas with local flavors and jarred dishes that combine aesthetics and terroir.
It also lends itself to other propositions, for the time of ephemeral services. For example, under the influence of an exhibition, the décor is transformed and the dishes are elegantly interpreted.
The cellar, meanwhile, houses references from some twenty breweries, including its own beer.
In the wine department, you'll find L'Essentiel's house cuvée "AOP Luberon", with labels signed by artists who have exhibited in the art center.
The brasserie L'Essentiel welcomes all generations in a warm, avant-garde atmosphere, between concerts and authentic conviviality, shaping this place into a jewel where each visit becomes a unique immersion.
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Practical information
How do I get there?
Opening hours
6j/7
Closed on Mondays
3pm-11.30pm
Contact us
Any questions?
How do I book an event?
Simply click on the book button to access our various events throughout the year.
Is L'Essentiel accessible by car?
Of course, L'ESSENTIEL is fully accessible by car, with free parking available nearby.
A P.M.R. space is also available on the premises.
Is it accessible to people with reduced mobility?
Our entire facility has been adapted to accommodate people with reduced mobility.
Can I bring my pets?
Pets are allowed on a leash in the establishment, except in the café-theater room.