Shows to catch in Paris in March 2027: our pick of the season’s must-see shows

What shows to catch in Paris in March 2026? As spring arrives, Paris and the Île-de-France region roll out a notably diverse lineup, spanning musicals, comedy shows, cabarets, drag shows, sound-and-light performances, dance, magic and circus. This guide rounds up the must-see shows in Paris this March.

To help you filter your options, this selection spotlights several on-stage worlds: musical performances, comedy shows, cabarets and visual acts, not to mention dance, magic, or circus. A handy guide to quickly spotting what to see on stage in Paris in March 2026, tailored to your tastes. If you’re after something tighter, you can also check out our 10 must-see shows in Paris in March 2026.

And if you’re aiming for a specific genre, you can also explore our guides on the cabarets or the comedy shows. This guide is regularly updated with new performances spotted in Paris and Île-de-France as well as shows still on stage during March.

Here are the shows playing in Paris in March 2027

Musical shows and musical comedies:

Volte: the new show by Cirque d’Hiver Bouglione
Volte brings together flying trapeze, acrobatics, diabolo and breakdance at the Cirque d’Hiver Bouglione in Paris. A two-hour show for all the family, running until March 7, 2027. [Read more]

Les Folies Gruss: a premier equestrian show in Paris, the 2026–2027 season
Les Folies Gruss present their equestrian musical comedy and vaudeville show in Paris until March 28, 2027. The 2026–2027 season unfolds in a brand-new venue at the Carrefour des Cascades, in the Bois de Boulogne. [Read more]

ARBRE: the new magical show from the Théâtre Bormann circus
Sponsored - For more than eight generations, the Bormann family has been captivating the heart of Paris with its iconic circus theatre. With their new show, ARBRE, this family of artists aims both to pay tribute to its roots and to offer a unique sensory immersion in a world where circus meets the challenges of sustainable development! [Read more]

Pocahontas, the Musical: a family-friendly revival at Théâtre de la Gaîté Rive Gauche
Pocahontas, the Safa Brothers’ musical, returns to La Gaîté Rive Gauche from September 19, 2026, to May 30, 2027. A show for ages 3 and up, running on weekends and during school holidays. [Read more]

Puss in Boots, the Musical: a family-friendly show at Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse
Puss in Boots, the Safa Brothers' musical, returns to Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse from September 19, 2026 through May 29, 2027, for ages 3 and up. [Read more]

Kinky Boots at the Folies Bergère: Cyndi Lauper's musical puts its boots on in Paris
Kinky Boots, the musical by Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein, is set to play at the Folies Bergère from February 12 to May 9, 2027. This new French-language production features, notably, Gwendal Marimoutou in the role of Lola. [Read more]

And don’t miss the show: Fred Radix’s musical at the Gaîté Montparnasse.
Fred Radix presents 'Et n'oubliez pas la pièce', a musical comedy at the Gaîté Montparnasse theatre from September 21, 2026 to May 25, 2027, for ages 8 and up. [Read more]

Another Marilyn at L’Essaïon: a show about Marilyn Monroe.
Another Marilyn—but this time the real one! It traces Marilyn Monroe’s life in music at the Essaïon Theatre in Paris, starting October 2, 2026, with Alice d’Arceaux in the lead role. [Read more]

Espace Paris Plaine : theatre, dance and children's musicals in the 15th arrondissement
L’Espace Paris Plaine presents eleven family-friendly shows from October 7, 2026 to April 25, 2027, spanning theatre, musicals, dance and puppetry. [Read more]

Comedy shows:

Samuel Bambi: Machine! at the Folies Bergère in March 2027
Samuel Bambi presents Machine! at the Folies Bergère on March 24, 2027, at 8 p.m. Following sold-out shows in November at La Cigale, his one-man show continues its tour with this new Paris date. [Read more]

Sarah Lélé presents Bad Education at L’Européen
Sarah Lélé presents La Mauvaise Éducation at the Européen for five nights, from February 26 to June 26, 2027. The Belgian-Cameroonian stand-up comedian tackles family, football and cultural differences. [Read more]

Marc-Antoine Le Bret: In My Head at the Théâtre de l’Œuvre
Marc-Antoine Le Bret blends stand-up and impressions in Dans ma tête, directed by Marie-Ange Casta. The show runs at Théâtre de l’Œuvre in Paris from January 15 to March 7, 2027. [Read more]

Prince Comedy Club: comedy, cocktails and stand-up in the heart of Paris
The Prince Comedy Club combines stand-up, concerts and a festive atmosphere in a hybrid venue in the 6th arrondissement. An address to discover for evenings full of laughter and good humor. [Read more]

David Castello-Lopes: Delicious at the Théâtre Libre in Paris
David Castello-Lopes stars in Délicieux at Théâtre Libre in Paris until March 9, 2027. In this new one-man show, the comedian explores what triggers pleasure, from everyday joys to more unexpected satisfactions. [Read more]

The Sebastopol Comedy Club: stand-up comedy in a Paris hotel
The Sebastopol Comedy Club is the unusual comedy stage that awaits you in the heart of the 123 Sebastopol hotel in Paris. Every weekend, in the heart of a hotel, you'll find a stand-up stage hosted by established artists. [Read more]

Marine Leonardi: Bad Seed at L’Arena Porte de la Chapelle
Marine Leonardi presents Mauvaise Graine at Arena Porte de la Chapelle, March 5 and 6, 2027 at 8 p.m. Her one-woman show explores relationships, motherhood, and the everyday frictions with black humor. [Read more]

Sebastian Marx: his latest show at La Scala Paris
Sebastian Marx unveils his new show at La Scala Paris from January 14 to April 1, 2027: a look at the French and the labels we give ourselves. [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]

Gabrielle Giraud: In the Nude at the Théâtre de Dix Heures in Paris
Gabrielle Giraud returns to the Théâtre de Dix Heures with Au naturel, from January 7 to March 25, 2027, on Thursdays at 9 p.m. Her comedy show draws on characters inspired by the Mediterranean. [Read more]

Cabarets, burlesque shows, and drag performances:

Crazy Horse, one of Paris's most emblematic cabarets
In the 8th arrondissement, Crazy Horse hides behind a sober facade that goes (almost) unnoticed. However, once you've passed through the front door, you'll be transported to a completely different atmosphere, as you take in a marvellous show featuring dance, performances and luminous decors. [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]

Le Filip: Tapage nocturne extended at La Nouvelle Ève
Le Filip presents Tapage nocturne at La Nouvelle Ève in Paris. Wednesday performances in autumn 2026 are sold out, and new dates have been announced from March 5 to 27, 2027. Ages 15 and up. [Read more]

Oh! César Paris: Parisian cabaret combining glamour, humor and art
A few years ago, the Cabaret César-Palace metamorphosed into Oh! César Paris, offering a unique fusion of dining, entertainment and clubbing into the wee hours. [Read more]

Lou Diprey: A Modern, Intimate Pop Cabaret in the Heart of Paris 10th
Lou Diprey is the newest contemporary, intimate cabaret in Paris’s 10th arrondissement. Since opening on December 17, 2025, the venue has been offering bistronomic dinners, choreographed performances, and lively after-parties—all set within a cozy, dimly lit atmosphere designed to provide a modern nocturnal experience. Ready to venture off the beaten path? [Read more]

Love Bazar: We attended the drag dinner-show featuring Misty Phœnix at Lou Diprey in Paris — here’s our take
Attention all drag show enthusiasts! Love Bazar is taking over Lou Diprey in Paris for a series of nights blending drag performances, live music, and gourmet bistro dining. Led by Misty Phœnix, Azémylia, and Jenny From The Blocnote, the shows will run on January 22, 23, 28, and 29, then February 20, 21, 25, and 26 — and they’ll be happening every Thursday and Friday evening starting March 2026. This is a first-of-its-kind immersive experience with no traditional stage, designed to foster an intimate connection between performers and the audience. We attended, and here’s what it’s all about! [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]

Dance performances:

The Presbytère: Béjart Ballet Lausanne at La Seine Musicale in 2027
The Presbytère of the Béjart Ballet Lausanne returns to La Seine Musicale from March 10 to 14, 2027. A Maurice Béjart ballet set to Queen and Mozart, with costumes by Gianni Versace. [Read more]

China Dance: Chinese dance at the Casino de Paris
China Dance brings together more than thirty dancers from the Chinese Star Dance Troupe at the Casino de Paris, March 26–28, 2027. Five performances fuse Chinese classical dance, folk traditions, and contemporary creations. [Read more]

Magic, mentalism and hypnosis shows:

Arturo Brachetti: Solo returns to the Casino de Paris in March 2027
Arturo Brachetti is back with Solo at the Casino de Paris on March 3, 2027. The quick-change show fuses rapid character switches, illusions, and memories inside an imaginary house. [Read more]

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