Ascension weekend is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the Parisian cultural universe. With Ascension Thursday this year ( 2024) falling the day after the May 8 holiday, and therefore not 4 but 5 days off, the entertainment possibilities are endless, but it's the theater that shines brightest, offering a variety of plays not to be missed. This guide is your passport to an exceptional theatrical escapade in the capital.
During this long weekend, Parisian theaters unveil special programs, reflecting the diversity and richness of the theatrical scene. From timeless classics to innovative contemporary creations, each show is a promise of escape, laughter and emotion.
Spring weather is ideal for strolling the streets of Paris before heading off to one of the city's many theaters. The mild May evenings invite you to extend the experience, whether with a moonlit stroll or a drink on a terrace, discussing the shows you've seen.
The plays selected for Ascension are chosen for their ability to captivate and move, ensuring that every outing is a memorable one. Taking advantage of these holidays to discover the incredible talent of the actors, directors and playwrights who bring the Parisian stage to life is an opportunity not to be missed.
To make the most of this cultural weekend, plan your itinerary in advance. Seats are in high demand during this period, so it's wise to book your tickets well in advance of your arrival. That way, you can be sure of a front-row seat for the season's best theatrical productions.
The Ascension weekend is an invitation to immerse yourself in the cultural abundance of Paris. The theaters, with their varied and often audacious offerings, offer a spectacular panorama of human creativity. It's a time when the City of Light shines even brighter, revealing its unfailing passion for the arts.
La blessure et la soif, Fanny Ardant's one-woman show at Théâtre Marigny
La blessure et la soif heralds Fanny Ardant's return to the stage, after four years devoted mainly to film. The play is an adaptation of Laurence Plazenet's deeply moving novel. [Read more]
"Big Mother": a journalistic thriller at the heart of current affairs at Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens
Attend "Big Mother", a captivating play at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens until May 31, 2024. [Read more]
Dear Parents, the comedy continues at the Théâtre de Paris until June 30
"Chers Parents", a comedy nominated for the 2022 Molières, is back at the Théâtre de Paris for its 3rd season. A spicy, humorous play to discover or re-discover. [Read more]
Les Gros Patinent Bien at Théâtre Saint-Georges: an award-winning cartoon Odyssey
Dive into the world of Les Gros Patinent Bien, named Best Public Theater Show at the 2022 Molières, at Théâtre Saint-Georges until June 26, 2024. [Read more]
Pink Flamingo, pizzas in the Marais
At Pink Flamingo in the Marais, we discover pizzas that bet on originality. [Read more]
Alexis Michalik's "Edmond", the play that won 5 Molières, returns to the Théâtre du Palais Royal
"Edmond", Alexis Michalik's third play, premiered at the Théâtre du Palais Royal in 2016, is still running at the theater in the 1st arrondissement. After more than 5 Molières awards, the play continues to play in 2024, until June 15. [Read more]
Le Cercle des Poètes Disparus, nominated 6 times at the Molières, continues at Théâtre Antoine
Adapted for the first time for the stage in France, the cult American film written by Tom Schulman is brought back to life on the Théâtre Antoine stage, with Stéphane Freiss in the lead role of Professor John Keating. A victim of its own success, the play has been extended until May 26, 2024. [Read more]
Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord, a unique cultural venue
The Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord, just a stone's throw from La Chapelle station, offers a varied program of concerts, theater and opera. A place steeped in history, now a listed building. [Read more]
La Maison du Loup: Immersion in the heart of Jack London's tumultuous life at the Théâtre Rive Gauche in Paris
Immerse yourself in the world of Jack London with "La Maison du Loup", until May 19, 2024 at the Théâtre Rive Gauche. [Read more]
Berlin Berlin, the award-winning comedy at the Théâtre Fontaine then extended at the Théatre des Nouveautés
Berlin Berlin, a critically acclaimed and Molière award-winning comedy, runs at the Théatre Fontaine until April 28, 2024, and will then be extended at the Théâtre des nouveautés from May 14 to July 7, 2024. Written by Patrick Haudecœur and Gérald Sibleyras, it takes place in Berlin during the Cold War and the existence of the Berlin Wall. [Read more]
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