Comédie française - Salle Richelieu

Tip: Comédie-Française offers free Monday tickets to under-28s

Every Monday evening in Paris, the Comédie-Française offers a unique opportunity to young people under the age of 28: 95 free tickets are distributed for its performances in the prestigious Salle Richelieu. Tickets can be collected from the Petit Bureau, one hour before the start of the play.

The Comédie-Française, a theatrical institution in Paris

The Comédie Francaise, founded over three centuries ago, is a French cultural institution. Since 1799, it has been located in the heart of Paris, at the Palais-Royal station in the 1st arrondissement.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Cherry Orchard: Chekhov and the twilight of a world at the Comédie-Française

From February 21 to June 1, 2025, Anton Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard returns to the Salle Richelieu under the direction of Clément Hervieu-Léger, in a staging that explores memory and social change.

The Seagull renamed A Seagull: Chekhov's famous play at the Comédie-Française

The Comédie-Française presents A Seagull, a modern adaptation of Chekhov's classic. Running at the Salle Richelieu from April 11 to July 23, 2025, tickets will go on sale soon.

Le Suicidé: La Comédie-Française's wacky comedy - our review

Le Suicidé is La Comédie Française's new production, on view from October 11 to February 2, 2025. Contrary to appearances, this new play is a slapstick comedy, denouncing society's postures. Here's our review.