For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris, you can discover Parisian cultural sites in a different way, and for free! Such is the case of the Théâtre National de la Danse de Chaillot , which can be visited during this unmissable cultural event. Join us on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025 for a magical tour of the theater.
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Designed for the 1937 Universal Exhibition, the Théâtre National de Chaillot is well known to Parisians for its demanding, innovative programming. The Journées du Patrimoine are an opportunity to discover it "out of season". Come to the theater for the theater, and enjoy exclusive performances created especially for the occasion.
After all, the Journées du Patrimoine is the not-to-be-missed cultural event for those wishing to discover the treasures of the capital and its region in a different way. And since heritage can also be found on the stage, a number of theaters are getting in on the act, unveiling a range of exciting programs in turn! Please note that some events require registration!
Come and discover the frenzied rhythms of the batucada, performed by Eric Pierre, from the Trocadéro forecourt to the foyer de Chaillot.
"Our group stands out for the musical richness of its influences (Afro-Cuban, Funk, Rock), its increasingly rich choreography, its boundless energy and its simple, convivial approach to percussion."
Originating in Rio de Janeiro and a veritable mass phenomenon in Brazil, this dance is a dynamic, contemporary expression of Brazilian culture, combining agility and improvisation. You'll learn emblematic steps such as the "quadradinho", "sabará" and "rabiscada", open to all levels. With our Brazilian coach, you'll also explore the history and influences of this unique style.
Come and connect with the fervor of "bailes funk" in a festive atmosphere!
Workshop organized by Alex Lima Dance Studio
Take the whole family on a tour of Chaillot - Théâtre national de la Danse and immerse yourself in the history of the theater and the different worlds that make it up: costumes, backstage, construction and fun facts!
Immerse yourself in the world of Rio Carnival and create your own colorful feathered headdress! A fun and festive workshop to awaken your creativity, discover Brazilian culture and leave with a unique handmade headdress. Samba atmosphere guaranteed!
Workshop run by Lucile from Passion Samba
Dive into the heart of Brazilian carnival with our Samba no Pé workshop!
This solo dance is the soul of Rio Carnival, embodying the joie de vivre and energy of Brazil. You'll learn the fundamental steps and characteristic hip movements, suitable for all levels. We'll explore the driving rhythms of the batucada to develop your coordination and sense of rhythm. Get ready to let off steam and be swept away by the magic of samba!
Workshop organized by Alex Lima Dance Studio
Don L is an influential Brazilian rapper with a solo career marked by critically acclaimed mixtapes (Caro Vapor) and a trilogy of albums (Roteiro pra Aïnouz), hailed for their authenticity and innovation. His latest album, Roteiro pra Aïnouz, Vol. 2, was a great critical and commercial success in 2021.
An immersive, sensory encounter presented and hosted by Brazilian multidisciplinary artist Puma Camillê, renowned for her innovative fusion of capoeira and voguing.
Originally from Sapiranga, a neighborhood on the outskirts of Fortaleza, Mateus Fazeno Rock, 30, is an actor, performer, musician, composer and lyricist. Mateus seeks to challenge conventional forms of rock creation by incorporating influences from grunge, punk, Brazilian funk, rap, reggae/dub and r&b. In 2020, his debut album, "Rolê Nas Ruínas", reached over 600,000 listens on Spotify. In 2023, Mateus returns to the stage with the "Jesus Ñ Voltará" tour.
Mandinga do futuro is a blend of capoeira and ballroom culture. An immersive performance where the audience is invited to travel between different temporalities and realities, through narration, music, song, capoeira, poetry and dance.
Originally from Bahia (Northeast Brazil), Dj Kai is a trans and multilingual artist who explores the intersection of body, territory and identity through his music, blending bossa nova, samba, funk and vogue beat.
Puma Camillê is a Brazilian multidisciplinary artist, renowned for her innovative fusion of capoeira and voguing.
Under the guidance of teacher Eduardo Araújo (from Guerreiros do Passo), come and enjoy an inclusive and spontaneous workshop, and discover Frevo, a dance with lively, frenetic and vigorous rhythms, inspired by the fusion of musical genres such as the march, Brazilian tango, quadrille and polka.
For Guerreiros do Passo, frevo is not stuck in the past: it is constantly reinvented, driven by the passion of those who refuse to let it be forgotten.
Frevo, which originated at the Recife Carnival in Brazil, is a carnival dance that was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2012 (no less)!
What identities are considered "other" in our society? Based on a performance imagined by Brazilian choreographer Lia Rodrigues, Calixto Neto explores, in an intimate and political gesture, what it means to become or embody "the other". Through the poetry of Fernando Pessoa, Outrar questions marginalized identities and turns the body into a space of power and transformation.
"O Samba do Crioulo Doido" recounts the process of passing on a dance heritage. A necessary gesture to ensure that the stories of black artists are no longer erased or forgotten from our historical narratives.
Saulo Duarte is a Brazilian multi-instrumentalist and producer renowned for his inventiveness and unique blend of Latin American rhythms (carimbó, cumbia, guitarrada) with reggae, funk and rock influences.
He has won two Brazilian music awards and collaborated with many major artists. His first solo album, Avante Delírio, received rave reviews internationally.
Once again, this visit promises to be exceptional!
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Théâtre National de Chaillot
1 Place du Trocadéro
75116 Paris 16
Prices
Free
Recommended age
From 10 years old
Official website
theatre-chaillot.fr
Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris (75): schedule of visits by arrondissement
Journées du Patrimoine 2025: a weekend in Paris theaters and concert halls
Heritage Days 2025 at museums and art foundations in Paris and the Île-de-France region
