The 9tharrondissement of Paris is one of the capital's liveliest districts. Fashion-addicts flock to the Parisian department stores on boulevard Haussmann, party-goers party the night away in the various clubs on the Pigalle side, and everywhere there are plenty of good gourmet addresses to choose from.
For lovers of the performing arts, Paris's 9th arrondissement is a must-see, and for good reason: it's one of the cultural epicenters, home to numerous cult theaters and venues that often echo the capital's history. A festive heritage that's well worth the detour, thanks to the fine programming that awaits us throughout the year.
Between concerts, musicals, artistic performances, dance shows and comedy shows, there's plenty to see in Paris's 9th arrondissement. Here, we take a look at the history of this Parisian district's cult theaters, and what's on at the moment. The choice is yours! And don't forget to stay tuned for more ideas on what to see in Paris's 9th arrondissement: this page is updated as we make announcements and discoveries!
Chicago: The iconic and dazzling musical makes a return at the Casino de Paris with Shy'm – extended performances
The legendary show Chicago is making its return to Paris! Running until April 26, 2026, the Casino de Paris is hosting the hit musical that has been captivating audiences across the U.S. for over 20 years, now featuring singer Shy’m in the cast. [Read more]
The most beautiful music from Miyazaki's films in concert at the Folies Bergère in Paris in 2026.
A series of concerts featuring the most beautiful music from Miyazaki's films awaits us at the Théâtre des Folies Bergère in Paris on January 13 and March 24, 2026. The soundtracks of cult classics such as "Princess Mononoke," "My Neighbor Totoro," "The Wind Rises," "Howl's Moving Castle," and "Kiki's Delivery Service" will be featured! [Read more]
L’Étonnant Noël de Monsieur Scrooge: musical show at La Scène Parisienne
Discover "L'Étonnant Noël de Monsieur Scrooge," a family musical based on Dickens, at La Scène Parisienne until January 24, 2026. [Read more]
POMPON, POMPON: musical comedy at the Théâtre Saint-Georges
Discover "POMPON, POMPON," Pascal Parisot's musical comedy at the Théâtre Saint-Georges, from December 7, 2025, to March 22, 2026, for the whole family aged 4 and up. [Read more]
Le Petit Faust: opera buffa by Hervé at the Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet
Discover Le Petit Faust, an opera buffa by Hervé, presented by the Palazzetto Bru Zane at the Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet from December 13 to 20, 2025. [Read more]
Radio Michel: the musical show returns to La Scène Parisienne
Discover "Radio Michel," a live musical show paying tribute to Michel and Michèle, back at La Scène Parisienne since September 23, 2025. [Read more]
Un Air de Famille: Ordinary family theater, between laughter and silence
A cult play about family dynamics, to be staged anew in 2025 [Read more]
La Peste: theatrical adaptation at La Scène Parisienne
The play "La Peste" (The Plague), based on Albert Camus' novel and directed by Augustin Grandgeorge, will be performed at La Scène Parisienne from January 12 to February 3, 2026. [Read more]
Sherlock Holmes vs. Conan Doyle: comedy at the Théâtre La Scène Parisienne
The comedy "Sherlock Holmes vs. Conan Doyle" returns to La Scène Parisienne from September 24 to December 24, 2025, directed by Renato Ribeiro. [Read more]
Olympe de Gouges, more alive than ever: the voice of a free woman in the Divine Comedy?
In Olympe de Gouges, more alive than ever, Joëlle Fossier Auguste plays the famous feminist pioneer, at Théâtre La Divine Comédie in Paris from September 9, 2025. [Read more]
Y'a de la joie: Michaël Hirsch's new one-man show at Théâtre de l'Œuvre
Comedian Michaël Hirsch presents Y'a de la joie at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre in Paris, a one-man show about the quest for happiness, directed by Mikaël Chirinian. [Read more]
Brassens, the love of words at La Scène Parisienne
The musical Brassens, l'amour des mots pays tribute to Georges Brassens at La Scène Parisienne in Paris, from September 2025. [Read more]
Victor Hugoat: when Victor Hugo meets rap at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre
Artist BART presents Victor Hugoat, n°1 of French rap at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre in Paris, from September 23 to December 30, 2025, every Tuesday at 7pm. A daring show combining stand-up, literature and hip-hop culture. [Read more]
Arthur Fournier: Bon Camarade, a one-man show at Théâtre Le Bout
Arthur Fournier returns to the stage with "Bon camarade", a show that's both funny and committed, to be seen at Théâtre Le Bout in Paris from October 5, 2025 to January 18, 2026. [Read more]
TurboCancan: a crazy cabaret at Cancan Pigalle
Humor, music and surprising performances: Marie-Jo Dassin welcomes you every Wednesday for a festive, immersive evening in Pigalle. [Read more]
Pride and Prejudice... or almost at the Théâtre Saint-Georges: the play is extended
Théâtre Saint-Georges hosts a brand-new adaptation of Orgueil et Préjugés, combining parody, music and caustic humor. A modern retelling in which five talented actresses and a musician plunge us into the whimsical adventures of the Bennet sisters, directed by Johanna Boyé. [Read more]
How to become a Parisian in one hour? : Olivier Giraud's show at the Théâtre des Nouveautés
How to become a Parisian in one hour? Olivier Giraud explains it all with offbeat humor at the Théâtre des Nouveautés. This funny show, 100% in English, is ideal for tourists discovering Paris as well as for Parisians ready for self-deprecation! [Read more]
The Lion King: the cult musical at the Théâtre Mogador - our review
Hakuna Matata! The Lion King musical has returned to the Théâtre Mogador in Paris, more than 10 years after its last performance there. The show has already been extended for another season, and is currently playing in Paris. [Read more]
Sara Baras: the flamenco icon presents Vuela at the Folies Bergère
Dancer and choreographer Sara Baras returns to Paris with Vuela, her new show, presented from December 18 to 21, 2025 at the Folies Bergère for four exceptional performances. [Read more]
Kessel, la liberté à tout prix comes to Théâtre Actuel La Bruyère
Kessel, la liberté à tout prix, a one-man show starring Franck Desmedt, runs at Théâtre Actuel La Bruyère from September 8, 2025 to December 29, 2025. The play is a portrait of the great reporter and writer Joseph Kessel. [Read more]
Contrastes : Three visions of dance at the Palais Garnier
The Opéra national de Paris presents Contrastes, an evening of ballets by Trisha Brown, David Dawson and the van Opstals. On view at the Palais Garnier from December 1 to 31, 2025. [Read more]
Dolorès: dance as an act of resistance at Théâtre La Bruyère
Théâtre La Bruyère presents Dolorès, directed by Virginie Lemoine, from August 29, 2025. A play inspired by a true story where flamenco, fraternity and war intersect. [Read more]
La Vérité: Florian Zeller's cult comedy extended at Théâtre Edourd VII
Florian Zeller's cult play La Vérité is being extended in Paris at the Théâtre Édouard VII from September 23 to December 31, 2025, with an exceptional cast. The comedy has already seduced thousands of spectators in France since 2011, but also around the world, with the play having been performed in over thirty countries. [Read more]
Fanny Ruwet at the Olympia: a new show to kick off 2026
Belgian comedian Fanny Ruwet takes to the legendary Olympia stage on January 2, 2026 with her new show On disait qu'on faisait la fête. A meeting between laughter and the absurdities of everyday life. [Read more]
Killer Joe at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre: Rod Paradot and Benoît Solès in a dark, breathless dive
Killer Joe runs at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre from October 9, 2025 to January 4, 2026, starring Rod Paradot and Benoît Solès in an original French adaptation of Tracy Letts' text, not recommended for children under 16. [Read more]
Jérémy Nadeau in Beaucoup trop at the Olympia
On January 3, 2026, head to the Olympia to see Jérémy Nadeau. This comedian will present "Beaucoup trop", a show that promises to be funny and irresistible. [Read more]
Alexandre Kominek presents his show "Bâtard Sensible" at the Olympia in Paris
Discover "Bâtard Sensible" by Alexandre Kominek, a humorous adventure at the Olympia from January 7 to 9, 2026. [Read more]
Secret(s) médical at Théâtre Saint-Georges: a contemporary comedy about ethics and friendship
With Secret(s) médical, Michel Cymes makes his theatrical debut in a piquant comedy about the excesses of medicine and politics. The show opens at the Théâtre Saint-Georges on September 25, 2025. [Read more]
Les Producteurs: Alexis Michalik's madcap musical returns to the Théâtre de Paris
The musical comedy Les Producteurs, directed by Alexis Michalik, returns to the Théâtre de Paris on October 1, 2025. This satirical and zany show, crowned with great success, will be accompanied by a new cast for this eagerly awaited revival. [Read more]
Un Château de cartes: a role-reversal play at the Théâtre des Nouveautés
Un Château de cartes will take audiences on a comedy of situations where everything changes in an instant. The Théâtre des Nouveautés will host the show from September 12, 2025. [Read more]
Je t'aime à l'Italienne and à l'Algérienne at La Divine Comédie
Je t'aime à l'Italienne et à l'Algérienne transports you to a Mediterranean romantic comedy at the Théâtre Les Enfants du Paradis, Paris, until January 4, 2026. [Read more]
The Marriage of Figaro: Mozart revisited backstage at the Palais Garnier
From November 15 to December 27, 2025, Mozart's Les Noces de Figaro will be staged at the Palais Garnier in a production that takes the action backstage in a contemporary opera house. [Read more]
Roman Frayssinet presents his new show Ô Delà at the Olympia
Following on from his previous show, Roman Frayssinet presents Ô Delà at the Olympia from November 26 to December 31, 2025. This stand-up show promises to be a mix of introspection and absurdity, observing life from a distance and with a sense of humor. [Read more]
Fabrice Éboué returns to the stage with his new show at Folies Bergère
Comedian and actor Fabrice Éboué presents his new show at the Folies Bergère from January 8 to 24, 2026, following the success of Adieu Hier. An eagerly-awaited show, the comedian was nominated for the Molières 2024 for his last show. [Read more]
The Jeff Panacloc Company: the ventriloquist and his puppet Jean-Marc return to the stage in 2026
Jeff Panacloc and his puppet Jean-Marc are back with their show The Jeff Panacloc Company... to get you through job interviews! After his Adventure show at the Accor Arena, Jeff Panacloc is back on stage at L'Olympia on January 10 and 11, 2026. [Read more]
Gus l'illusioniste returns to the stage with his new show Givré at the Folies Bergère
Gus l'illusionniste, a magician well known to the general public, will take over the Folies Bergère stage from December 23 to 28, 2025. In what promises to be a spectacular show, the comedian aims to show the public that he is indeed completely "frosted". [Read more]
Le Dernier Cèdre du Liban at Théâtre de l'Œuvre: an intimate quest at the heart of history
Le Dernier Cèdre du Liban plays at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre from September 18, 2025. A play by Aïda Asgharzadeh (author of Les Poupées Persanes) that combines a quest for identity with political memory. [Read more]
Laurent Gerra gets down to business: his new show arrives at the Folies Bergère
French comedian and imitator Laurent Gerra returns to Parisian theaters with his new show Laurent Gerra se met à table, at the Folies Bergère. From December 29, 2025 to January 4, 2026, Laurent Gerra will be bringing you his latest creation... [Read more]
Random Comedy Club: stand-up comedy show Sunday evenings at the Chouchou hotel in Paris
Every Sunday evening, the Chouchou hotel invites you to its table for its traditional rendez-vous: the Random Comedy Club comedy show. In the guinguette, among the aperitif boards and cocktails, the new seeds of comedy and stars of laughter take turns on stage for a lively stand-up show, 100% made in France! [Read more]
L'Olympia: the history of a legendary Paris venue
Opened in 1893, the Olympia celebrates its 130th anniversary in 2023. We take a look back at the history of this legendary Parisian concert hall, which has seen the likes of Edith Piaf, Jacques Brel, Barbara and Johnny Hallyday, as well as Billie Holiday, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. [Read more]
