L'Archive Numérique

Catalogue Historique du TRC.

Explorez les chefs-d'œuvre théâtraux, les figures légendaires et les archives sonores restaurées du Théâtre Régional de Constantine.

Nombre de documents

13

Fiches d'archives restaurées et publiées de la troupe et de l'histoire du théâtre.

Rihlat El-Ghandour (1973)
Entry 01

Theatrical Performances

Rihlat El-Ghandour (1973)

A monumental classic of the post-independence Constantine stage exploring rural exodus.

Mise en scène: Moustapha Kateb
Première: 1973
Distribution: Sid Ahmed Agoumi, Larbi Zekkal

Éléments inclus

  • Directed by the legendary Moustapha Kateb
  • Written by iconic playwright Chérif Ayad
  • Starring Sid Ahmed Agoumi & Larbi Zekkal
  • Restored colorized production prints
El-Bawaboun (1982)
Entry 02

Theatrical Performances

El-Bawaboun (1982)

A sharp, satirical comedy detailing bureaucratic absurdities in Constantine's historic hall.

Mise en scène: Noureddine Bacha
Première: 1982
Distribution: Noureddine Bacha, Bahia Rachedi

Éléments inclus

  • Directed by Noureddine Bacha
  • Staged in the historic Italian hall of Constantine
  • Original musical score by regional folk ensembles
  • Digitally cleaned promotional posters
Ghaouat El-Chouhada (1995)
Entry 03

Theatrical Performances

Ghaouat El-Chouhada (1995)

A powerful historical drama honoring the national struggle, featuring epic staging.

Mise en scène: Chérif Ayad
Première: 1995
Distribution: Abdelhamid Habbani, Fatima Helilou

Éléments inclus

  • Commemorating the local martyrs of Constantine
  • Epic orchestral backing and theatrical lighting
  • Winner of the National Theatre Festival Grand Prize
  • Full digital script transcript available
Moustapha Kateb
Entry 04

Artistic Figures

Moustapha Kateb

A revolutionary pioneer of modern Algerian theatre and visionary culture builder.

Lifespan: 1920 - 1989
Birthplace: Souk Ahras, Algeria
Key Works: Rihlat El-Ghandour, El-Ghoula

Éléments inclus

  • Founder of the National Theatre Troupe
  • Director of iconic plays in Constantine (1970-1985)
  • Prominent advocate for revolutionary cultural expression
  • Restored high-definition portrait prints
Chérif Ayad
Entry 05

Artistic Figures

Chérif Ayad

A visionary director known for introducing avant-garde staging and poetic storytelling.

Profession: Director & Playwright
Birthplace: Constantine, Algeria
Key Works: Ghaouat El-Chouhada, Leila

Éléments inclus

  • Director of highly acclaimed national theatrical tours
  • Innovator of modern lighting and minimal stage design
  • Mentor to generations of Constantine stage actors
  • Archived original staging notebooks and sketches
Noureddine Bacha
Entry 06

Artistic Figures

Noureddine Bacha

An iconic actor and stage veteran whose performances defined Algerian satirical comedy.

Profession: Actor & Stage Coach
Birthplace: Constantine, Algeria
Key Works: El-Bawaboun, Nas Mlah

Éléments inclus

  • Over 30 years of lead roles in regional Constantine comedy
  • Famous for portraying regional folkloric figures
  • Teacher of physical theater and comedic timing
  • Original vocal reels and dialogue recordings
Construction (1861-1883)
Entry 07

Historical Heritage

Construction (1861-1883)

The historical chronicle of building the theater, highlighting engineering triumphs.

Period: Late 19th Century
Duration: 1861 - 1883
Location: Constantine Center, Algeria

Éléments inclus

  • Designed by prominent French colonial architects
  • Constructed using local limestone and imported Italian marble
  • Spanned over 20 years of architectural development
  • Original blueprints and engineering drafts preserved
Italian Style & Architecture
Entry 08

Historical Heritage

Italian Style & Architecture

A detailed breakdown of the classical Italian style, balconies, and majestic horseshoe hall.

Style: Neo-Baroque Italian Opera
Capacity: 800 Seats
Features: Horseshoe Hall, Ceiling Frescoes

Éléments inclus

  • Four-tier balcony layout overlooking the main stage
  • Richly decorated plaster details and ceiling murals
  • Perfect natural acoustic properties
  • High-definition architectural photography
Inauguration and Milestones
Entry 09

Historical Heritage

Inauguration and Milestones

The historical milestones that turned the TRC into a cultural powerhouse post-independence.

Opening: October 6, 1883
Nationalization: 1963
Status: Algerian National Monument

Éléments inclus

  • Official opening in October 1883
  • Nationalization of the theater in 1963
  • Renamed to honor regional cultural landmarks
  • Scanned historical press coverage
Dialogue of Rihlat El-Ghandour
Entry 10

Audio Archive

Dialogue of Rihlat El-Ghandour

Digitally treated dialogue excerpts featuring Sid Ahmed Agoumi’s iconic vocal performance.

Source: 1973 Live Recording
Restoration: Noise Hum Filtered
Actors: Sid Ahmed Agoumi

Éléments inclus

  • Recorded live on the Constantine stage in 1973
  • Digitally filtered to remove background noise (parasites)
  • Features classical theatrical Arabic dialogues
  • Accompanied by synchronized script subtitles
Classical Vocal Tributes
Entry 11

Audio Archive

Classical Vocal Tributes

A collection of restored poetry recitals and emotional monologues from archival tapes.

Source: TRC Vocal Reels (1968)
Restoration: Dynamic Balanced
Tracks: Monologues & Poetry

Éléments inclus

  • Poetry recitals dating from the late 1960s
  • Advanced voice amplification and dynamic balancing
  • Honoring regional oral storytelling traditions
  • Biographical audio introduction included
Horseshoe Hall Ambient Recording
Entry 12

Audio Archive

Horseshoe Hall Ambient Recording

A special stereophonic acoustic recording capturing the natural room reverberation.

Source: Binaural Field Recording
Restoration: Pristine 24-bit Stereo
Acoustics: Horseshoe Salle

Éléments inclus

  • Stereo field recording at the center of the hall
  • Demonstrates the flawless natural Italian architecture acoustics
  • Perfect background track for historical reflection
  • High fidelity 24-bit audio file
Atmaa Ifessed Atbaa (1974)
Entry 13

Theatrical Performances

Atmaa Ifessed Atbaa (1974)

The defining masterpiece of Constantine realist theater, dissecting human greed.

Mise en scène: Sid Ahmed Agoumi
Première: 1974
Distribution: Sid Ahmed Agoumi, Bahia Rachedi

Éléments inclus

  • Directed by Sid Ahmed Agoumi
  • Written by Abdelkader El Ferguani
  • Starring Bahia Rachedi & Abdelhamid Habbani
  • Original 1974 high-resolution poster frame