Lilly et le Palais du Music-Hall: family show at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel

From November 29, 2025, to January 3, 2026,the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel presents Lilly et le Palais du Music-Hall, a family show combining music, dance, comedy, and theatrical imagination. Created by Stradius Production and UMA Production, the show depicts a journey of discovery that takes a young heroine into a magical world inspired by the great Parisian cabarets. The artistic direction and staging are entrusted to Oscar Sisto, a well-known figure in theater and education, who also plays one of the leading roles.

The plot follows Lilly, a mischievous young girl fascinated by the excitement of an amusement park, who gets lost on her birthday. While looking for a place to contact her parents, she meets Monsieur Hotpotch, the extravagant guardian of the Music Hall Palace. This character leads her through a lively world where the sets come to life, the costumes sparkle, and the acts follow one after another. Lilly discovers a place where imagination reigns supreme, while learning that becoming an artist requires perseverance as much as dreams.

Oscar Sisto's staging is based on a combination of theatrical elements, musical numbers, and choreography. The show favors an immersive approach aimed at young audiences, combining visual acts and continuous narration. The sets and costumes play a central role in the construction of this imaginary cabaret, highlighting Lilly's evolution through her encounters and the challenges she faces. The direction of the actors emphasizes poetry and humor, creating a festive and accessible atmosphere.

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The cast includes twelve artists, including Jenna Otmani in the role of Lilly. At only eleven years old, the young performer carries the show with her stage presence and acting skills. She is joinedby Ahcène, a singer discovered by the public during Star Academy 2022, who plays one of the singing roles, and Oscar Sisto as Monsieur Hotpotch. The artists take turns playing the characters who punctuate Lilly's journey and participate in the musical dynamics of the show, combining singing, choreography, and dialogue scenes.

The production highlights a world that evokes the imagination of music halls, drawing more broadly on the codes of musical theater for young audiences. The themes of effort, pushing oneself beyond one's limits, and curiosity are the common thread running through this stage fable, which is accessible to all generations. With its entirely original story, the show is part of a tradition of family productions that combine entertainment, learning, and wonder.

Lilly et le Palais du Music-Hall can be seen at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel from November 29, 2025, to January 3, 2026.

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