May 2025 in Paris is a time of spring awakening and cultural effervescence, particularly in the world of theater. This time of year, characterized by pleasant weather and lengthening days, offers the ideal setting for immersing yourself in the world of shows and plays. Paris, with its legendary theaters and vibrant artistic life, promises memorable evenings where drama, comedy and magic meet.
The diversity of theatrical productions in May invites you to explore a wide range of genres and themes. Whether you're a fervent admirer of the classics or in search of bold contemporary creations, the French capital has much to offer. It's also a time to discover emerging talent, offering a fresh perspective on the world through the prism of the stage.
A theater experience in Paris in May is all the more rewarding when the city is decked out in its finest finery. Café terraces come back to life, parks take on new colors, and historic streets echo with Parisian effervescence, adding a romantic and inspiring touch to your cultural outings.
Theatrical evenings in May are the ideal opportunity to combine aesthetic pleasure and intellectual reflection. Each show opens the door to a varied universe, promising moments ofescape, reflection andemotion. It's also a way to support the local artistic scene and participate in the city's cultural life.
In short, the month of May in Paris is a call to discover and celebrate theater in all its forms. Take advantage of this month to enrich your cultural experience and let yourself be transported by the magic of the stage.
Caesar: the new immersive historical show about ancient Rome at the Cité de l'Histoire
After the stories of Victor Hugo, the Musketeers and the D-Day landings, discover the life of Caesar at the heart of the Cité de l'Histoire, in a new 360-degree immersive sound and light show, starting December 20, 2024. [Read more]
Les Nuits des Lumières: free video mapping show on the Argenteuil basilica (95)
Argenteuil is set to shine brightly with Les Nuits des Lumières! From April 20 to May 11, 2025, the Saint-Denys Basilica will be transformed every evening (except Saturday) into a magical video mapping show. A free light show where digital art, heritage and technological innovation come together for a unique immersive experience! [Read more]
À Table! : Theater for your ears at L'Européen
The play "À Table!" offers a unique sound immersion experience at L'Européen on May 12, 2025, thanks to an innovative HD audio system. [Read more]
Devdas - Le Musical: an epic Bollywood show at Grand Rex
Devdas - Le Musical: an epic of love at the Grand Rex, from April 24, 2025 to May 11, 2025. [Read more]
Grease Generation: the electric pop concert-show at the Folies Bergère
The Grease Generation show is presented at the Folies Bergère on May 16 and 17, 2025, in a live, reinvented and inclusive version of the cult film, brought to life by 15 artists on stage. [Read more]
Les Cloches Impériales de Chine: a thousand-year-old musical fresco at Théâtre Mogador
For the first time in Paris, Les Cloches Impériales de Chine will be presented at the Théâtre Mogador in a single exceptional performance on May 20, 2025. The show would combine ancient music, traditional choreography and imperial heritage in a spectacular scenography. [Read more]
Mourir d'Aimer: les Amants Maudits de Mai 68 at the Théâtre du Gymnase
From May 29 to 31, 2025, the musical Mourir d'Aimer, les Amants Maudits de Mai 68 recounts a forbidden love story set against a backdrop of social protest at the Théâtre du Gymnase. [Read more]
I Will Survive: The Experience: immerse yourself in the disco madness of Studio 54 in Paris
I Will Survive: The Experience invites you to relive the excitement of the legendary Studio 54 at LeVel Club - Chez Régine, in Paris from March 14 to June 28, 2025. [Read more]
New at Grand Point Virgule: an entirely improvised musical comedy
Le Grand Point Virgule welcomes New, a unique show combining song, music and live drawing. An entirely improvised musical in which the audience creates the story. To be discovered on May 27, June 10 and 24, 2025. [Read more]
Hold Up at the Théâtre du Gymnase: rap, dance and redemption in one evening
On May 21, 2025, Hold Up takes over the Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris. A musical comedy directed by David Desclos, featuring rappers from Secteur Ä, dancers and a host of emotions. [Read more]
Sinister and Festive: a sung medley of wacky glamour and dark poetry
From April 5 to June 8, 2025, Sinistre et Festive presents a quirky tour de chant of performance, song and exuberance at the Théâtre de l'Atelier. [Read more]
Who are you, Andrée Turcy? A tribute at Guichet Montparnasse
From April 11, 2025, Guichet Montparnasse hosts "Qui êtes-vous, Andrée Turcy?", a show that promises to revive the memory of a key figure in the chanson réaliste of the '30s. [Read more]
Swann Périssé explores anger on stage with humor in Calme
Swann Périssé presents her stand-up show Calme on May 12 and 13, 2025 at the Trianon, a funny and engaging exploration of female anger. [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]
Anne Roumanoff returns to the Paris stage this summer with L'expérience de la vie
Join Anne Roumanoff in L'expérience de la vie, a jubilant observation of the mutations in our society, on stage at Théâtre des Mathurins until July 7, 2025. [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]
Louis Cattelat: Arecibo, a cosmic, razor-sharp one-man show at La Nouvelle Seine
After a successful run at the Théâtre du Marais and the Nouvelle Seine, Louis Cattelat is extending his Arecibo show until June 2025, before touring in 2025/2026. [Read more]
Charlotte Campana's La Femme Bocale at Théâtre Le Bout: a plunge into modern life
Charlotte Campana's La Femme Bocale, directed by Laura Ghazal, combines humor, self-mockery and emotion at Théâtre Le Bout in Paris, from September 19, 2024 to June 19, 2025. [Read more]
Élie Semoun presents Cactus at Point Virgule for the 50th anniversary of the legendary venue
Le Point Virgule celebrates its 50th anniversary with an exceptional evening on May 24, 2025, featuring the return of Élie Semoun and his show Cactus, a mix of stand-up, characters and a pungent look at society. [Read more]
Nash at the République: a one-woman show full of energy and humour
Between confidences and humor, Nash recounts his journey with boundless energy at Théâtre Le République, until July 25, 2025. [Read more]
Tiktokeuse Lalou announces her first show in Paris
Laloubrt on social networks, but whose real first name is Lalou, has announced her very first show at the Petit Palais des Glaces from March 21, 2025. Several dates are already sold out, so get your tickets now... [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]
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]
Michou Comedy Club: Gad Elmaleh's new Parisian temple to stand-up comedy
Under the impetus of Gad Elmaleh, the legendary Michou cabaret reopens as a Comedy Club. A must-see event in the 18th arrondissement! [Read more]
Cabaret Canaille: burlesque show extended at Théâtre Michel
Discover the golden age of American burlesque with Cabaret Canaille, every Sunday at the Théâtre Michel: glamour, humor and disobedience. [Read more]
The Moulin Rouge at the Musée d'Orsay: relive the Paris of 1900 during this festive and artistic weekend
The Musée d'Orsay goes into cabaret mode as Moulin Rouge performers take center stage! Don't miss this festive weekend on Saturday May 24 and Sunday May 25, 2025. [Read more]
Cabaret in Paris: transformist dinner show at the Artishow in the 11th arrondissement
L'Artishow Cabaret seems to mix humor, emotion and transformist performance in a convivial atmosphere. A dinner show in Paris to enjoy solo, as a couple or with friends, from Thursday to Sunday. [Read more]
The Bombshell Night at the Théâtre du Gymnase: a unique and flamboyant burlesque evening
An international line-up of burlesque strippers and performers will be on stage at the Théâtre du Gymnase on May 31, 2025. The Bombshell Night promises a night of sensual, flamboyant, label-free cabaret. [Read more]
Que d'espoir! Hanokh Levin's satirical cabaret revisited by Valérie Lesort
Director Valérie Lesort explores the satirical world of Hanokh Levin in Que d'espoir! from April 24 to June 8 at the Théâtre de l'Atelier. [Read more]
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty illuminated on stage in Paris
The Théâtre du Gymnase welcomes "Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty" from April 23 to May 3, 2025. A magical ballet combining classical dance and luminous costumes. [Read more]
Shen Yun at the Palais des Congrès: the incredible show plunges you into Chinese history
Shen Yun, the famous American troupe of dancers of Chinese origin, returns to Paris to bring you the magic of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization. They take over the Palais des Congrès from April 16 to May 11 2025 with their sublime show. [Read more]
Mehdi Kerkouche unveils 360: his new creation at Chaillot
Mehdi Kerkouche presents "360" at the Théâtre National de Chaillot from May 14 to 18, 2025. A participatory, sensory performance by the director of the Créteil CCN. [Read more]
International Illest Battle 100% Krump: La Villette celebrates Krump in 2025
For the second time, La Villette hosts the International Illest Battle, a 100% Krump event. Passion, dance and urban culture are the order of the day on May 30 and 31, 2025. [Read more]
I Will Survive: The Experience: immerse yourself in the disco madness of Studio 54 in Paris
I Will Survive: The Experience invites you to relive the excitement of the legendary Studio 54 at LeVel Club - Chez Régine, in Paris from March 14 to June 28, 2025. [Read more]
Dança Frágil: an urban and digital dance show at Carreau du Temple
Companhia Híbrida's Dança Frágil is presented on May 14, 2025 at the Carreau du Temple. An award-winning choreographic performance in Brazil, between urban dance and digital aesthetics. [Read more]
On danse chez vous: Mehdi Kerkouche's participatory event at Chaillot
On danse chez vous returns to the Théâtre National de Chaillot from May 17-18, 2025. This dance marathon, imagined by Mehdi Kerkouche, invites the public to celebrate dance in all its forms. [Read more]
We call it Flamenco: the exceptional Spanish dance show in Paris
Flamenco fans, you're in for a treat, as an authentic Spanish dance show comes to the capital. A true immersion in Spanish culture, for one evening! [Read more]
Plateau Cirque: circus for all ages at La Grande Halle de la Villette
Plateau Cirque arrives at the Grande Halle de la Villette, offering shows for young and old in a unique setting. From May 20 to June 4, 2025, spectators will be able to discover four shows created in 2024. [Read more]
Pina Bausch: the poetic wave of Vollmond at the Théâtre de la Ville
From May 9 to 23, 2025, Pina Bausch's masterpiece "Vollmond" is presented at the Théâtre de la Ville. A work in which water becomes a choreographic element in its own right, brought together by Tanztheater Wuppertal and Terrain, under the direction of Boris Charmatz. [Read more]
Plateau Cirque: circus for all ages at La Grande Halle de la Villette
Plateau Cirque arrives at the Grande Halle de la Villette, offering shows for young and old in a unique setting. From May 20 to June 4, 2025, spectators will be able to discover four shows created in 2024. [Read more]
Cirque des Mirages presents Le Cabinet de l'étrange at the Musée d'Orsay as part of the L'Art est dans la rue exhibition
Cirque des Mirages would present Le Cabinet de l'étrange on May 15 and 16, 2025 at the Musée d'Orsay Auditorium. This singular recital would blend poetry, dark humor and musical phantasmagoria as part of the L'Art est dans la rue exhibition. [Read more]
Big Mother: the extended journalistic thriller at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens
Extension alert! Big Mother, the captivating play at Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens, has been extended until June 29, 2025. [Read more]
The Cherry Orchard: Chekhov and the twilight of a world at the Comédie-Française
From February 21 to June 1, 2025, Anton Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard returns to the Salle Richelieu under the direction of Clément Hervieu-Léger, in a staging that explores memory and social change. [Read more]
L'Injuste: the thriller at the Théâtre de la Renaissance - our review
Fans of suspenseful thrillers? The Théâtre de la Renaissance has a new play for you! Running until June 8, 2025, L'Injuste stars Jacques Weber and Elodie Navarre in a 1993 encounter between a high-ranking Nazi dignitary and a journalist from an Israeli daily. Here's our review. [Read more]
Les Bonnes at Théâtre 14: a whimsical and disturbing in camera performance as part of the Genet Festival
Jean Genet's play Les Bonnes is to be rediscovered at Théâtre 14 as part of the Festival Genet. From May 6 to 24, 2025, the cult text will resonate in an intense staging by Mathieu Touzé. [Read more]
GILDAA: between musical trance and the quest for memory at the Théâtre du Rond-Point
A blend of theater, music and poetry, GILDAA invites us to delve into the fragmented memory of a woman in search of herself. The show will be performed at the Théâtre du Rond-Point on May 14, 15 and 16, 2025 at 8pm. [Read more]
Hecuba, not Hecuba: Tiago Rodrigues between myth and reality at the Comédie-Française
Tiago Rodrigues revisits Euripides' Hecuba in a disturbing staging where ancient tragedy resonates with contemporary drama. A show to discover from May 28 to July 21, 2025 at the Salle Richelieu. [Read more]
Mon jour de chance: comedy by Patrick Haudecœur and Gérald Sibleyras
Mon jour de chance, the new comedy by Patrick Haudecœur and Gérald Sibleyras, is currently playing at the Théâtre Fontaine. A victim of its own success, it has been extended until May 18, 2025. [Read more]
Macbeth: Shakespeare's famous tragedy at the Comédie-Française
Silvia Costa's Macbeth, created in March 2024, returns to the Comédie-Francaise. In the legendary Salle Richelieu, the tragedy adapted from Shakespeare's text can be seen from January 24 to May 11, 2025. [Read more]
Le Journal: political tensions and personal drama in the theater - extended
Attention thriller fans! Le Journal, a breathtaking play exploring the explosive tensions between politics and the press. Now playing at the Théâtre de Paris, the play, directed by Anne Bouvier, has been extended until June 1, 2025. [Read more]
An urban version of Molière's Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme in Paris
Molière's Bourgeois Gentilhomme revisited in a contemporary staging, to be discovered at La Scène Parisienne until May 15, 2025. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From May 1, 2025 to May 31, 2025
