Paris's14th arrondissement is a district packed with theaters and concert halls. A bustling district due to the heavy traffic around the Gare Montparnasse, this corner of Paris is well worth a visit and a stroll. Going to see a show, concert or play in the district will give you the chance to explore the surrounding area, and maybe even the local restaurants if you feel like it!
From the Gaité Montparnasse to the Théâtre Bobino, most of the best-known venues are located near the Gaité metro station, on line 13 of the Paris metro. However, you can also discover more intimate, out-of-the-way stand-up venues like L'Entrepôt, a veritable artistic hot spot, located at the Pernety station.
Between concerts, musicals, performance art, dance shows and comedy, there's a lot to see in Paris's 14th arrondissement. Here, we reveal the history of the cult venues in this Parisian neighborhood, as well as the programming that awaits you at the moment. The choice is yours! And don't forget to stay tuned for other ideas for shows in Paris's 14th arrondissement: this page is updated as we make announcements and discoveries!
Circo Infinito: Cirque Cosmique's show lands at Bobino this autumn
If you love the world of the circus, as well as music, theatre, and the visual arts, head to Bobino. From October 15 to November 22, 2026, the famed Paris venue will host the show "Circo Infinito" by Cirque Cosmique, led by Alejandro Escobedo. The program? A voyage that blends acrobatics, poetry, and humor. [Read more]
Umbrella Comedy: an after-work stand-up like no other, every Monday and Wednesday in Paris
Sponsored - Craving something different from the usual after-work drink? Umbrella Comedy serves up an afterwork unlike any other in Paris: stand-up, a drink, networking, and a few surprises. Catch us every Monday at Monkey Pigalle in the 9th arrondissement and every Wednesday at The Tennessee near Odéon in the 6th, as we showcase fresh talents, seasoned comics, and surprise guests in an intimate, offbeat ambiance. [Read more]
Suzanne : Catherine Hiegel takes on the role of Valadon at Théâtre Montparnasse
Catherine Hiegel stars as the painter Suzanne Valadon in Suzanne at the Théâtre Montparnasse in Paris starting September 25, 2026. A play about her stormy relationship with her son Maurice Utrillo. [Read more]
Pétanque wasn’t being played in the Warsaw Ghetto at the Montparnasse Theatre.
There wasn’t any pétanque being played in the Warsaw ghetto; Eric Feldman’s one-man show, directed by Olivier Veillon, is on at the Montparnasse Theatre until October 27, 2026. [Read more]
The Bearer of History extended at the Petit Montparnasse until December 2026
Alexis Michalik's Le Porteur d’Histoire returns to the Théâtre du Petit Montparnasse in Paris from September 1 to December 19, 2026. An adventure play blending mystery, historical narrative, and a literary treasure hunt. [Read more]
Paris Is Magic, the musical at Gaîté Rive Gauche
Paris is Magique, a musical comedy written and directed by Sacha Judaszko and Nicolas Nebot, opens at La Gaîté Rive Gauche in Paris on June 23, 2026. [Read more]
Fred Radix's La Claque at La Gaîté Montparnasse: the history of theater claque
Fred Radix brings to his show, La Claque, an interactive piece in which he chooses to revisit the history of the claque (applause) in the theater. A production on the Gaîté Montparnasse bill, running from 21 September 2025 to 23 May 2027. [Read more]
Théâtre Bobino, the historic music hall in Paris's 14th arrondissement
The Théâtre Bobino, located in the heart of the 14th arrondissement, was originally a music hall, a genre born in 1848, representing singing tricks, comedy acts and sometimes attractions. Today, after years of history, the theater offers one-man shows, concerts, musicals and various showcases. [Read more]
Théâtre de la Gaîté Montparnasse, a former café-concert venue
The Théâtre de la Gaité-Montparnasse is located in the Montparnasse district, in the 14th arrondissement. Inaugurated in 1868, the theater was originally a café-concert. [Read more]
Jazz Café Montparnasse: the new landmark for jazz lovers!
Opened a few months ago, Jazz Café Montparnasse illuminates the rue du Commandant Mouchotte with its vermilion neon lights. Inside, jazz and good food await you.... [Read more]
