# The 30 largest Performing Arts companies in the Bouches-du-Rhône department

Tamtam tracks 33 Performing Arts companies headquartered in the Bouches-du-Rhône department. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Festival d'Aix-en-Provence, BI:POLE and Friche la Belle de Mai. Their median headcount is 24. Half of them were founded in 2005 or later. The most common headquarters are Marseille (17) and Aix-en-Provence (8).

The performing arts companies in Bouches-du-Rhône are primarily cultural institutions and event organizers, ranging from established opera houses to multidisciplinary cultural hubs. Festival d'Aix-en-Provence creates and produces opera, while BI:POLE specializes in artist management and tour production. Friche la Belle de Mai is a cultural center with diverse spaces, and Le Fil d'Ariane uses circus arts for team development. Grand Théâtre de Provence is a venue for performances, and La Criée, Théâtre National de Marseille promotes diverse stage writings.

The data shows a concentration of these companies in Marseille and Aix-en-Provence. Many were founded in the 2000s, reflecting a period of growth in cultural infrastructure. The companies vary in size, from larger institutions like Festival d'Aix-en-Provence with 197 employees to smaller organizations like IN SITU, which supports artists creating in public spaces.

🇫🇷 Bouches-du-Rhône · 30 companies · Updated Nov 13, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Festival d'Aix-en-Provence](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/festival-d-aix-en-provence) (festival-aix.com)<br>Creation and production of high-quality opera performances and concerts, fostering innovation, education, and sustainable cultural initiatives in Provence. | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 197 | 1948 |
| 2 | [BI:POLE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bi-pole) (bi-pole.org)<br>An independent cultural agency specializing in artist management, tour production, and event creation, promoting diverse and innovative musical movements globally | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 183 | 2009 |
| 3 | [Friche la Belle de Mai](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/friche-la-belle-de-mai) (lafriche.org)<br>A vibrant cultural hub in Marseille with artist studios, performance spaces, restaurants, skate park, playground, and more, welcoming over 300,000 visitors annually | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 99 | 2007 |
| 4 | [Le Fil d'Ariane](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/le-fil-d-ariane) (filariane.com)<br>The company utilizes circus arts for creative development, offering team learning experiences to deconstruct hierarchy, promote collaboration, and enhance skills within organizations | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Saint Cannat | 59 | 2015 |
| 5 | [Grand Théâtre de Provence](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grand-theatre-de-provence) (lestheatres.net)<br>venue offering a large, acoustically optimized theater with orchestra pit, rehearsal studios, public terraces, and dining facilities for performances | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 58 | 2007 |
| 6 | [La Criée, Théâtre National de Marseille](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-criee-theatre-national-de-marseille) (theatre-lacriee.com)<br>National drama center creating, presenting diverse theatrical works, engaging broad audiences, especially youth, for individual and collective uplift through theater. | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 54 | 1981 |
| 7 | [Ballet national de Marseille](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ballet-national-de-marseille) (ballet-de-marseille.com)<br>Established in 1972 by Roland Petit, this dance company based in Marseille is currently led by the collective (LA)HORDE, with 20 dancers | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 52 | 1992 |
| 8 | [Les Théâtres](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/les-theatres) (lestheatres.net)<br>A project involving four theaters in the Aix-Marseille-Provence area, offering diverse programming including theater, classical music, dance, comedy, jazz, circus, and children's shows | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 50 | 2002 |
| 9 | [Lieux Publics, centre national des arts de la rue et de l'espace public](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lieux-publics-centre-national-des-arts-de-la-rue-et-de-l-espace-public) (lieuxpublics.com)<br>An arts organization in France that coordinates a space for public performances, events, and productions, promoting artistic creation in public spaces | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 34 |  |
| 10 | [La Chaudronnerie - La Ciotat](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-chaudronnerie-la-ciotat) (lachaudronnerie-laciotat.com)<br>A former shipyard transformed into a vibrant cultural center with two performance halls and an exhibition space Open to all for entertainment and artistic experiences | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 La Ciotat | 32 | 2017 |
| 11 | [Festival de Marseille](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/festival-de-marseille) (festivaldemarseille.com)<br>Organizes a diverse and international festival in Marseille, showcasing a variety of genres and cultures to celebrate the city's energy | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 31 | 1996 |
| 12 | [Scènes et Cinés](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/scenes-et-cines) (scenesetcines.fr)<br>A public industrial and commercial establishment managing theaters, cultural spaces, cinemas, and music venues in several municipalities, with various directors overseeing different artistic aspects | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Istres | 31 | 2005 |
| 13 | [Ballet National de Marseille](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ballet-national-de-marseille-9383110) (ballet-de-marseille.com)<br>A renowned national ballet company in Marseille, founded in 1972, focusing on contemporary dance and artist societal engagement with international collaborations | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 31 | 1972 |
| 14 | [Théâtre des Salins](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/theatre-des-salins) (les-salins.net)<br>Cultural venue hosting national theater performances, promoting arts and culture in Martigues with diverse theatrical productions and events. | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Martigues | 29 | 1995 |
| 15 | [IN SITU](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/in-situ) (in-situ.info)<br>European platform supporting emerging artists creating in public space, outside traditional venues, promoting innovative artistic experiences | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 24 |  |
| 16 | [TEXEN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/texen-aix-en-provence) (texen.eu)<br>A company founded in 1981 in Aix en Provence, specialized in providing stage equipment services in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 23 | 1981 |
| 17 | [Archaos, Pôle national Cirque](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/archaos-pole-national-cirque) (archaos.fr)<br>A leading company in contemporary circus arts, offering performances worldwide and promoting accessibility to circus arts through various projects and collaborations | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 22 | 1986 |
| 18 | [Cabaret-Théâtre L'étoile bleue](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cabaret-theatre-l-etoile-bleue) (cabaretletoilebleue.fr)<br>Cabaret-theatre in Marseille offering grand spectacle revues, classical music concerts, jazz nights, and drag shows, providing unforgettable entertainment experiences for all ✨🎶🎭 | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 21 | 2017 |
| 19 | [Théâtre Joliette](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/theatre-joliette) (theatrejoliette.fr)<br>A performing arts company located in Marseille, France, Theatre Joliette showcases a variety of theatrical performances and events | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 18 |  |
| 20 | [Théâtre des Calanques](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/theatre-des-calanques) (theatredescalanques.com)<br>The company is a theater company located in the nature, hosting various performances, international tours, artistic collaborations, and emphasizing utopian ideas | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 18 | 2007 |
| 21 | [Théâtre La Cité](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/theatre-la-cite) (theatrelacite.com)<br>Organizer of the Biennale of real-life writings in Marseille, showcasing performances and events focused on authentic storytelling and writing styles | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 17 |  |
| 22 | [Shonen](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/shonen) (shonen.info)<br>Shonen is a Marseille-based company creating transdisciplinary art pieces that combine dance, images, and new technologies, with a focus on inclusivity and collaboration | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 17 | 2007 |
| 23 | [JUST EVENT](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/just-event) (justevent.fr)<br>Event planning company specializing in artistic performances, sound, and lighting for weddings and private events Committed to excellence, quality, and customization | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 16 | 2016 |
| 24 | [FAI-AR - Formation supérieure d'art en espace public](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fai-ar-formation-superieure-d-art-en-espace-public) (faiar.org)<br>A leading training center for artistic creation in public space, offering innovative programs for emerging artists and professionals in urban settings | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 16 | 2003 |
| 25 | [Arcade](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arcade-aix-en-provence) (arcade-regionsud.com)<br>The company is a key player in the cultural sector, providing support, resources, and innovation to live entertainment professionals in the South of France region | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 16 | 1974 |
| 26 | [Théâtre Toursky](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/theatre-toursky) (toursky.fr)<br>Establishes a theater in a working-class neighborhood, fostering artistic creation, cultural exchange, and social engagement to combat exclusion and intolerance, promoting dialogue among people. | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 15 | 1971 |
| 27 | [L'éolienne](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/l-eolienne) (leolienne-marseille.fr)<br>A dedicated music and storytelling venue hosting performances and residencies, with a focus on traditional, ancient, and jazz music, storytelling, and cultural events | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 14 | 2009 |
| 28 | [ELISIA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/elisia) (elisia.org)<br>Specializing in live entertainment administration services for the performing arts industry | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Istres | 13 | 2018 |
| 29 | [Théâtre Antoine Vitez](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/theatre-antoine-vitez) (theatre-vitez.com)<br>A theater located on the Aix campus offering contemporary programming in collaboration with emerging artists, bridging academia, professionals, and amateurs | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 12 |  |
| 30 | [Festival de Pâques d'Aix-en-Provence](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/festival-de-paques-d-aix-en-provence) (festivalpaques.com)<br>A leading international classical music festival in Aix-en-Provence, hosting top artists and attracting 150,000 music lovers worldwide Led by Renaud Capuçon and Dominique Bluzet | Performing Arts | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 10 | 2012 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 13, 2026.

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