August 2025 is the ideal month to enjoy the Paris theater scene. With sunny days and balmy evenings, Paris offers a multitude of captivating shows and plays that promise to delight lovers of culture and entertainment. Whether you're on vacation or a resident of the capital, Parisian theaters have plenty to offer.
The shows and plays on offer in August 2025 cover a wide range of genres, from light comedy to intense drama, from musicals to avant-garde shows. This diversity ensures that everyone will find a performance to their taste, for memorable evenings with family, friends or solo.
August, with its pleasant temperatures and starry nights, is a particularly good month for cultural outings. Theaters, often air-conditioned, offer a cool, welcoming refuge where you can relax and immerse yourself in fascinating stories. Open-air performances add an extra dimension, allowing you to enjoy the fine weather while being entertained at the same time.
Shows and plays to see in Paris in August 2025 are a great way to make the most of summer evenings. Whether you're a theater enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out, Paris in August has some unforgettable moments in store for you. Immerse yourself in the world of theater and let yourself be carried away by the magic of stage performances.
L'Héritage des Vicomtes 2025, the sound and light show at Château de Blandy-les-Tours (77)
From July 4 to August 30, 2025, the Château de Blandy-les-Tours will be telling its story with l'Héritage des Vicomtes, a sound and light show that will take you through the centuries to discover this medieval castle. We've set out to discover it, and here's part of what awaits you. [Read more]
Liane Foly: confidences on stage with La Folle repart en thèse at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
With La Folle repart en thèse, Liane Foly offers an intimate and funny show, somewhere between autobiography and musical stand-up. From July 4 to August 30, 2025, Liane Foly will be performing with humor and emotion at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel. [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]
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]
Le Point Virgule celebrates its 50th anniversary with an exceptional program
Le Point Virgule, Paris's leading stand-up and comedy venue, celebrates its 50th anniversary with a special program featuring artists of all generations, to be discovered from May 1 to September 30, 2025. [Read more]
Liane Foly: confidences on stage with La Folle repart en thèse at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
With La Folle repart en thèse, Liane Foly offers an intimate and funny show, somewhere between autobiography and musical stand-up. From July 4 to August 30, 2025, Liane Foly will be performing with humor and emotion at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel. [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]
Paris l'été Festival: aerobatics show and trampoline courses at Westfield Forum des Halles
To close the Paris l'été Festival in style, the Hors Surface company takes over the Canopée des Halles with "Envol", a free aerobatic show combining acrobatics, poetry and sport, on Saturday August 2, 2025. [Read more]
Paris l'été Festival: aerobatics show and trampoline courses at Westfield Forum des Halles
To close the Paris l'été Festival in style, the Hors Surface company takes over the Canopée des Halles with "Envol", a free aerobatic show combining acrobatics, poetry and sport, on Saturday August 2, 2025. [Read more]
Alexis Michalik's Edmond returns to the Théâtre du Palais Royal: our review
Edmond, Alexis Michalik's third play, premiered at the Théâtre du Palais Royal in 2016, is still running at the Théâtre du Ier Arrondissement. After more than 5 Molières awards, the play returns on August 21, 2025. [Read more]
Yasmina Reza's Art: the cult play in a new production by Francosi Morel
French author Yasmina Reza's landmark play ART returns for a new season in Paris at Théâtre Montparnasse, from August 27, 2025. On stage, you'll have the chance to meet up with actors : Olivier Broche, François Morel and Olivier Saladin. [Read more]
Numéro Deux: the story of the man who was not chosen to play Harry Potter returns
Discover Numéro Deux, the play about the casting of Harry Potter, at the Théâtre Tristan Bernard until January 3, 2026. [Read more]
Sherlock Holmes and The Hound of the Baskervilles at the Grand Point Virgule
Sherlock Holmes and The Hound of the Baskervilles is on stage at the Grand Point Virgule until May 3, 2026, offering audiences a thrilling blend of the supernatural and sharp deductive reasoning. [Read more]
Alexis Michalik's Le Porteur d'Histoire continues at Théâtre du Petit Montparnasse
Alexis Michalik's first play, Le Porteur d'Histoire will run at the Théâtre du Petit Montparnasse until August 25, 2025, after years at the Théâtre des Béliers. [Read more]
Franito at Théâtre Montparnasse: flamenco, burlesque and emotion
In a universe where dance, music and gesture replace words, Franito combines burlesque and emotion with virtuosity. Performing at the Théâtre Montparnasse from June 20 to August 21, 2025, this visual show takes audiences on a journey of Andalusian fantasy accessible to all. [Read more]
Ile-de-France celebrates theater 2025: free summer events at leisure centers
The Ile-de-France region is once again celebrating theater on its leisure islands from July 11 to August 6, 2025. This year, the leisure islands of Créteil, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, Cergy-Pontoise and Port aux Cerises will be hosting free shows and workshops (booking required). [Read more]
Mémoire(s) de l'Olympia: a tribute in song to the legendary venue at Funambule Montmartre
Mémoire(s) de l'Olympia offers a musical and theatrical journey backstage at the famous Parisian venue. From July 11 to August 31, 2025, Le Funambule Montmartre will be hosting this nostalgia-filled show. [Read more]
Je préfère qu'on reste amants! a comedy about love at Théâtre La Scène Parisienne
In Je préfère qu'on reste amants! Léa refuses serious affairs, Martin dreams of true love: a contemporary comedy of manners to be discovered from July 17 to September 13, 2025 at La Scène Parisienne. [Read more]
C'est Décidé, Je Deviens Une Connasse! at the Comédie Oberkampf in Paris
Discover C'est Décidé, Je Deviens Une Connasse !, a hilarious show at the Comédie Oberkampf in Paris until [date]. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From August 1, 2025 to August 31, 2025
