Christmas 2023, the perfect time to celebrate magic, sharing and, why not, offer a moment of cultural escape. Paris, the City of Light, is renowned for its cultural effervescence, and the 2024 season promises to be exceptional. If you're looking for the perfect gift, we've got just the thing.
Live performance has been one of the industries hardest hit by the health crisis, but despite the challenges, artists and production teams are back in force, ready to captivate their audiences. Offering tickets to a show is not only offering an experience, but also supporting an industry that needs all our love.
2024 will see a plethora of events. From musicals and plays to solo performances and comedy, there's something for everyone. And if you've got a film buff in your life, ciné-concerts offer a unique fusion of cinema and live music.
It's important to stress that this list is far from exhaustive. The Paris cultural season is vast and diverse. Every day brings its share of news, announcements and surprises. But for now, here's a selection that's sure to delight whoever unwraps your present on the morning of December 25th.
But why choose a show as a Christmas present? Because it's not just an object. It's an experience. An ephemeral moment, but one that will be remembered forever. In an age where everything is instantaneous, offering a moment to live is perhaps the most precious gift.
What's more, by choosing this type of gift, you're supporting culture. An industry that, despite the challenges it faces, has persisted, innovated and continues to delight its audiences. It's not just about buying a ticket, it's about participating in the rebirth of a vibrant artistic world.
Before making your choice, we recommend that you consult the various cultural websites and magazines to keep abreast of the latest announcements. The 2024 cultural season is still young, and there are many gems waiting to be discovered.
In conclusion, if you want to offer something unique, memorable and meaningful for Christmas 2023, a ticket to one of the many Parisian shows of 2024 could be the answer. Offer a moment, an emotion, an escape. Give art.
The Turing Machine, the play about Alan Turing's true story, at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal
"Turing's Machine" is on at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal until April 27, 2024. Based on the true story of mathematician Alan Turing, the play has been a great success since its presentation at the Festival Off d'Avignon. [Read more]
Dear Parents, the comedy continues at the Théâtre de Paris until June 30
"Chers Parents", a comedy nominated for the 2022 Molières, is back at the Théâtre de Paris for its 3rd season. A spicy, humorous play to discover or re-discover. [Read more]
Je m'appelle Erik Satie comme tout le monde revives at Théâtre de la Contrescarpe
A moving, musical biopic of Erik Satie's life, 'Je m'appelle Erik Satie comme tout le monde' plays at the Théâtre de la Contrescarpe from May 1 for 30 exceptional dates. [Read more]
4211 Km, the revival of the deeply moving play at Théâtre Marigny
A family's journey above all, 4211 Km is the distance separating two countries and two destinies. A captivating play that traces a poignant journey of exile and freedom, back on stage at the Théâtre Marigny in Paris, from September 12 to November 3, 2024. [Read more]
Tout va bien se passer, Alil Vardar's comedy at Comédie Saint-Martin
Tout va bien se passer is playing at the Comédie Saint-Martin. A comedy by Alil Vardar set at a bachelor party that threatens to upset the future marriage... [Read more]
"How to become a Parisian in one hour?" Olivier Giraud's show at the Théâtre des Nouveautés
Olivier Giraud is in theaters with his show "How to become a Parisian in one hour?", which has become a classic of Parisian humor performed in English, at the Théâtre des Nouveautés. This funny show, 100% in English, is ideal for tourists discovering Paris, as well as for Parisians ready for a bit of self-mockery! [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]
PUB ROYAL, the Cowboys Fringants musical at Grand Rex
Pub Royal is a musical imagined by the collective Les 7 doigts de la main, featuring the greatest hits and new songs by Quebec group Les Cowboys Fringants. It arrives for 5 performances in Paris at the Grand Rex from April 12 to 14. [Read more]
La crème de Normandie, Hervé Devolder's latest musical comedy
La crème de Normandie, created in 2022, returns to Paris at the Théâtre du Gymnase from April 13 to July 6, 2024. The show is a light-hearted, burlesque musical in a world reminiscent of George Feydeau. [Read more]
Nordine Ganso in "Violet": a spellbinding show at the Palais des Glaces
Nordine Ganso presents his one-man show "Violet" at the Palais des Glaces from January 27 to June 29, 2024. [Read more]
Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain 2024, photos
The Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain returns from January 25 to 28, 2024, to the Pelouse de Reuilly in Paris, in the Cirque Phénix big top. The competition for the world's young circus talents returns for a 43ᵉ talent-packed edition. Check out the images from the first part. [Read more]
Les Folies Gruss, 50 years in Paris, the exceptional show 2023-2024
The Alexis Gruss company celebrates its 50th anniversary in Paris with a breathtaking new creation, to be seen from October 21, 2023 to January 25, 2024 at the Carrefour des Cascades in the 16th arrondissement. [Read more]
Cabaret de l'Exil - Persian Women, the equestrian show by Bartabas at the Théâtre Zingaro
Bartabas presents his new show, this time featuring Persian women and their exile, with Iranian artists, at the Zingaro equestrian theater in November and December 2024. [Read more]
Cirque du Soleil's Corteo at the Accor Arena in November 2024
Cirque du Soleil's "Corteo" returns for 6 performances at the Accor Arena in Paris between November 7 and 11, 2024! Cirque du Soleil also celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. [Read more]
Avis de Temps forts, a festival dedicated to the Arts of Mime and Gesture in Bagneux
Avis de Temps forts takes place from April 22 to May 4 in Bagneaux. For thirteen days, some fifteen shows by French and non-French companies will showcase the art of mime and gesture. [Read more]
