Paris is teeming with theatre venues and shows, and with them come new works to catch all year round, even on public holidays. If you never seem to have time for this little treat, take advantage of the long weekend ahead for the Assumption, after August 15, the chance to discover what's on in the capital this month!
While some great plays are on the bill in various theaters for a long time, some new releases are only available for a short time. Whether you prefer classical theater, contemporary theater, literary adaptations, comedies or more, Paris has something for everyone!
Many productions offer matinee showings on Saturdays and Sundays, what they call "matinales" for the afternoon. That gives you plenty of options for both Saturday and Sunday—whether you’re after an evening or a daytime performance. Prices vary widely depending on your choice and the venue. A great way to entertain family, friends, or a partner during a long weekend in Paris.
The Loop heads to Théâtre Saint-Georges in Paris in 2026
The Loop, Robin Goupil’s comedy that won the 2025 Molière Award for Best Comedy, is on at Théâtre Saint-Georges in Paris until November 15, 2026. [Read more]
ADN, the extended theatrical thriller at Théâtre Michel
ADN, a theatrical thriller by Caroline Ami and Flavie Péan, directed by Sébastien Azzopardi, has been extended at Théâtre Michel in Paris until December 31, 2026. Our review. [Read more]
Menopause at the Apollo Theatre in Paris in 2026
Ménopause, the comedy that upends the rules, is playing at the Apollo Théâtre in Paris until December 31, 2026, with its musical show about menopause. [Read more]
Big Mother extended at Les Béliers Parisiens through August 2026
Big Mother, Mélody Mourey’s political-journalistic thriller, has been extended at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens in Paris through August 23, 2026, with performances from Tuesday to Sunday. [Read more]
La Promesse de l'Aube, the adaptation of Romain Gary's novel at Théâtre de la Contrescarpe
The adaptation of Romain Gary's La Promesse de l’Aube by Tigran Mekhitarian is returning to Théâtre Le Contrescarpe from 8 August 2026. [Read more]
The Inseparables' Complex at the Apollo Theatre
The Inseparable Complex, a comedy by Simon Diken directed by Vincent Messager, is on at the Apollo Theatre in Paris until September 22, 2026, starring Alexandra Vandernoot and Paul Belmondo. [Read more]
Family Dinner at Café de la Gare in Paris in 2026
Family Dinner, a comedy by Joseph Gallet and Pascal Rocher, remains on the Café de la Gare’s program in Paris in 2026. A tense family gathering around Alexandre’s thirtieth birthday. [Read more]
Féerie at the Moulin Rouge: a night of feathers and dreams in Montmartre
Every evening, the Moulin Rouge presents Féerie, a spectacular revue in four tableaux, at 9 or 11 pm, preceded or not by a dinner imagined by their chef. [Read more]
Les Monologues du Machin: Exploring Every Aspect of Sex at Comédie Bastille – Our Take
Les Monologues du Machin, a show by Thomas Caruso Aragona about masculinity and the relationship to the male body, is playing at the Comédie Bastille in Paris until January 2, 2027. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From August 15, 2026 to August 16, 2026
