Nawell Madani at the Folies Bergère: her new show Nawell Tout Court

Comedian Nawell Madani returns toher Parisian audiences this autumn with a series of performances at the legendary Folies Bergère from October 21 to 25, 2025. This new show promises to be a major comeback for Nawell Madani, who has established herself over the last ten years as one of the leading figures on the French comedy scene. Known for her energy, outspokenness and highly personal shows, this time she takes a more mature and assertive look at her life as a woman, artist and public figure.

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This one-woman-show revolves around a number of topical and intimate themes: mental overload, the social pressure of fame, aging, and even the temptation to resort to botox. Through this autobiographical prism, Nawell Madani delivers a first-person account, oscillating between self-mockery, social criticism and moments of vulnerability. The tone is straightforward and unadorned, in keeping with her stated promise: "no more blah, blah, blah", in favor of condensed, rhythmic, straightforward humor.

The show is aimed above all at adult audiences, curious about unfiltered female speech and sometimes raw confidences. The explicit mention that the show is not recommended for under-16s would indicate a content likely to tackle sensitive, even intimate subjects, with potentially crude language. Audiences familiar with Nawell Madani 's universe or fans of stand-up comedy rooted in contemporary autobiography should be able to relate fully to the show. On the other hand, this type of proposition may be less suited to those looking for a more classic, family-style humor, or one that is disconnected from the personal.

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With this new stage show, Nawell Madani continues to make her mark on the French-language stand-up scene, remaining true to her line of raw sincerity and sharing, in a format that favors emotional proximity and direct impact. A show that could captivate those looking for humor that speaks of reality with candor and intensity.

This article is based on information available to date and is not based on a viewing of the show.

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