Dance

Danse Cabaret Academy, the cabaret and heels dance school in Paris

Located in various Parisian studios, Danse Cabaret Academy offers classes in cabaret dance, heels, pilates, pole dance... All taught by former dancers from emblematic Parisian cabarets.

Sous ma terre il y a de l'eau: a danced exploration of solitude at Chaillot

Choreographer Johanna Faye presents Sous ma terre il y a de l'eau on May 27 and 28, 2025 at Chaillot. A sensitive, introspective piece, performed by a woman alone in her inner space, accompanied by her goldfish.

Tutu at Théâtre Libre: when dance splits the difference between virtuosity and self-mockery

Compagnie Tutu takes over Théâtre Libre for a new series of performances, from October 16, 2025 to January 11, 2026. This visual and burlesque show, performed by six chameleon-like dancers, pays tribute to all styles of dance in a spirit as demanding as it is joyfully offbeat.

We call it Flamenco: the exceptional Spanish dance show in Paris

Flamenco fans, you're in for a treat, as an authentic Spanish dance show comes to the capital. A true immersion in Spanish culture, for one evening!

Maison d'en Face at 13th Art: Léo Walk explores intimacy in motion with La Marche Bleue

After sold-out performances in Paris and on tour, Maison d'en Face returns to the 13th Art from October 8, 2025. Léo Walk and his company La Marche Bleue continue their choreographic exploration of everyday life and human relationships.

Lord of the Dance at the Olympia: celebrating 30 years of spectacular Irish dancing

The legendary Lord of the Dance returns to Paris for two exceptional performances at the Olympia on November 1 and 2, 2025. A celebration of Irish tradition and stage innovation.

Brazil-France 2025 season: the Violette Leduc multimedia library takes Violette's Racontines on the road

Stories, songs and samba await the little ones at the Médiathèque Violette Leduc during the Saison Brésil-France 2025, with a fun and colorful event dedicated to children aged 1 to 4, on Saturday May 17, 2025. Reservations required.

Brazil-France 2025 season: samba demonstration at the Colette Vivier Library

How about a sensory voyage to the heart of Brazil? Join us at the Colette Vivier library for a free samba demonstration, as part of the Brazil-France 2025 Season, on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Immerse yourself in two worlds of Brazilian dance: samba no pé and samba de gafieira, between frantic rhythm and elegant duets.

Swan Lake: Tchaikovsky's masterpiece revisited by Ballet Preljocaj

Ballet Preljocaj tackles Swan Lake in a contemporary version, somewhere between faithfulness to the original tale and a committed reinterpretation, presented as part of the TranscenDanses season. The ballet runs from December 21 to January 4, 2026 at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées.

On danse chez vous: Mehdi Kerkouche's participatory event at Chaillot

On danse chez vous returns to the Théâtre National de Chaillot from May 17-18, 2025. This dance marathon, imagined by Mehdi Kerkouche, invites the public to celebrate dance in all its forms.

Paris Sports Ball: voguing during the Olympic Games at the Parc des Champions du Trocadéro

In early August, during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, voguing invites itself onto the Champions Park stage, for an exceptional, free show given by dancers from the House of Revlon.

Paris Tap Fest: the first tap dance festival comes to La Bellevilloise

Feel like putting on your tap shoes and trying out a new dance? Head to the Paris Tap Fest, the first festival dedicated to this practice, to use your heels and your talents for a few hours, at La Bellevilloise, on April 6 and 7, 2024.

Semiramis and Don Juan: two Baroque ballets told through dance at the Opéra-Comique

Two of Gluck's ballet-pantomimes come to the Opéra-Comique from May 24 to 28, 2025. Conducted by Jordi Savall, Sémiramis and Don Juan celebrate gesture as language.

Dialogues II: the great choreographers of contemporary dance reunite at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées

The Théâtre des Champs-Élysées welcomes Dialogues II, an evening of pas de deux by the great names in contemporary dance. New duets and French premieres follow one another from May 16 to 18, 2025, as part of the TranscenDanses cycle.

La Ville Dansée 2025: Benjamin Millepied choreographs a new public space with Philip Glass

Dance, technology and civic debate meet in June in the public space of the Paris region. La Ville Dansée 2025 features a collective choreography to the music of Philip Glass, from June 5 to 8, 2025.

Notre-Dame de Paris: Roland Petit's ballet returns to the Opéra Bastille

The Opéra Bastille welcomes Roland Petit's legendary ballet Notre-Dame de Paris, a major work in the repertoire. Presented from December 6 to 31, 2025, this dance fresco combines dramatic power, neoclassical dance and flamboyant aesthetics.

Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty illuminated on stage in Paris

The Théâtre du Gymnase welcomes "Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty" from April 23 to May 3, 2025. A magical ballet combining classical dance and luminous costumes.

Mehdi Kerkouche unveils 360: his new creation at Chaillot

Mehdi Kerkouche presents "360" at the Théâtre National de Chaillot from May 14 to 18, 2025. A participatory, sensory performance by the director of the Créteil CCN.

Parades(s) 2025: Nanterre's free street arts festival returns

Parade(s), the street arts festival, returns to Nanterre from June 6 to 8, 2025. The program for this free event includes circus, street theater, dance and artistic workshops for the whole family.

Anafaza: Ohad Naharin's iconic dance show at La Villette with the Batsheva Dance Company

Batsheva Dance Company's Anafaza is presented at La Villette on July 11 and 19, 2025. A work by Ohad Naharin, powerful, visceral and always topical.