The comédie-française

The Musée d’Orsay answers back to the Comédie-Française with five special evenings starting in October 2026.

Paintings, literature, theatre and music come together at the Musée d’Orsay from October 10, 2026, to February 4, 2027. In partnership with the Comédie-Française, the institution brings Claude Monet’s letters to life before giving Nana, Émile Zola’s novel, its voice again through four piano-accompanied readings.

From the Comédie-Française: Pauline Clément and Laurent Stocker on the big screen

From the Comédie-Française, it hits cinemas on July 22, 2026. Martin Darondeau and Bertrand Usclat are behind a comedy led by Pauline Clément and Laurent Stocker.

A stroll tracing Victor Hugo's footsteps in Paris: discover the places linked to the famous writer!

He wrote Les Misérables, The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, and The Last Day of a Condemned Man: today it’s his story we pause to explore. Take a stroll through Paris tracing the footsteps of the great French writer Victor Hugo, and discover the many places that shaped his life.

Souchon’s Songbook: A Musical Show at the Montparnasse Theatre

Musical show celebrating the songs of Alain Souchon, directed by Françoise Gillard with the cast of the Comédie-Française, premiers on March 19, 2026, at the Théâtre Montparnasse.

The Comédie-Française on the big screen: three timeless theatre classics streaming live in cinemas

The Comédie-Française is making its way to the big screen on March 1, April 26, and June 7, 2026. Audiences can look forward to three iconic performances, experienced live—yet in the comfort of their local cinemas!

Why is the Comédie-Française closing its doors for several months? The reopening date

The legendary Richelieu Hall will be closed until July 2026 for a major renovation aimed at preserving its stage and decorations. While the historic venue is out of commission, the Comédie-Française troupe keeps the theater alive by performing across eleven other stages throughout Paris and Île-de-France.

The Bourgeois Gentleman: The Comedy-Ballet at the Porte Saint-Martin Theatre

Molière's The Bourgeois Gentleman, directed by Valérie Lesort and Christian Hecq, will be performed at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin from January 31 to March 8, 2026.

The Imaginary Invalid: Molière’s Comedy-Ballet at the Porte Saint-Martin

Molière’s The Imaginary Invalid, directed by Claude Stratz, will run at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin from May 27 to July 12, 2026.

Le Cid: Corneille’s Tragicomedy Takes Center Stage at the Porte Saint-Martin Theatre

The Cid by Pierre Corneille, directed by Denis Podalydès, will be staged at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin from March 26 to May 17, 2026.

Molière’s Tartuffe or the Hypocrite performed in its original version at La Grande Halle de la Villette

Tartuffe or The Hypocrite by Molière, directed by Ivo Van Hove, will be staged at La Grande Halle de la Villette from May 21 to July 11, 2026.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: exceptional guided tour of the Comédie-Française

To mark the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, the Comédie-Française is exceptionally opening its doors for guided tours on September 20 and 21, 2025. Registration required!

The Nutcracker or the Kingdom of the Night: a fantastic Christmas at the Théâtre du Vieux-Colombier

A mysterious automaton, a strange and lilting universe: The Nutcracker or the Kingdom of the Night revisits Hoffmann's tale at the Comédie-Française from November 27, 2025 to January 4, 2026.

L'École de danse: Goldoni at the Comédie-Française in a set inspired by the Palais Garnier

The Comédie-Française presents L'École de danse by Carlo Goldoni, directed by Clément Hervieu-Léger. To be seen at the Salle Richelieu from November 14, 2025 to January 3, 2026.

Les Fourberies de Scapin back at the Comédie-Française

Comédie-Française member Denis Podalydès brings his staging of one of Molière's most popular plays, Les Fourberies de Scapin, back to the Salle Richelieu. To be seen from September 20, 2025.

Le Misanthrope returns to the Comédie-Française, directed by Clément Hervieu-Léger

From October 3, 2025 to January 3, 2026, the Comédie-Française revives Le Misanthrope, directed by Clément Hervieu-Léger. A faithful contemporary reading of Molière's masterpiece, performed at the Salle Richelieu.

Molière's Forced Marriage at Essaïon Théâtre

Molière's Le Mariage forcé returns to the Essaïon Théâtre in Paris, from Thursday September 18 to Saturday November 8, 2025. Inventive staging by Jérôme Léger and Emmanuel Vacarisas.

Le Soulier de Satin: Paul Claudel's play at the Comédie Française, big winner at the Molières

Rediscover Paul Claudel's Le Soulier de Satin at the Comédie-Française, a theatrical fresco combining love, faith and spiritual quest, from December 21 to April 13, 2025. An adaptation lasting around 7 hours, directed by the talented Éric Ruf, winner of no less than five Molières awards.

Thursday's wardrobe: the Comédie Française sells its old costumes in Paris

The Comédie-Française is offering a rare opportunity to theater and fashion history enthusiasts: a weekly sale of costumes from its reserves. Every Thursday at 12 noon, from January 30 to March 6, 2025, the prestigious institution will unveil exceptional pieces worn on stage by the Troupe's artists. You too can fall for these second-hand treasures of French theater history!

Pinocchio comes to life at the Comédie-Française Studio

Carlo Collodi's classic Pinocchio enters the Comédie-Française's repertoire for young audiences, directed by Sophie Bricaire, from May 22 to June 29, 2025.

Hecuba, not Hecuba: Tiago Rodrigues between myth and reality at the Comédie-Française

Tiago Rodrigues revisits Euripides' Hecuba in a disturbing staging where ancient tragedy resonates with contemporary drama. A show to discover from May 28 to July 21, 2025 at the Salle Richelieu.