On this March 8, 2025, a dazzling celebration marks the historic importance of International Women's Rights Day, honored since 1909. In Paris, this emblematic day offers a stage platform for diverse performances and artistic talents.
In this meticulously curated selection, a plethora of captivating works await their audiences, from fiery plays to vibrant one-woman shows. Each performance showcases the voice, talent and vision of women, whether actresses, authors or simply the bearers of inspiring stories.
The Parisian stage comes alive with poignant stories, gripping performances and moments of profound reflection, offering a celebration rich in emotion and discovery. Spectators are invited to take a spellbinding journey through the many facets of the female experience, celebrating both past struggles and present victories, while casting a lucid eye on the challenges ahead.
Whether through stories of resilience,love,humor or rebellion, these shows offer a window onto the diversity and strength of women, eloquently recalling their invaluable contribution to society and culture. On this day of commemoration and celebration, Paris resonates with the vibrant voices and captivating stories of women, offering a vibrant tribute to their power and brilliance.
Women's Rights Day: guided tour and show at the Musée d'art et d'histoire Paul Eluard
To mark International Women's Rights Day, the Musée d'art et d'histoire Paul Eluard is spotlighting inspiring female figures, with a guided tour and show. [Read more]
Caroline Vigneaux: the comedian at Grand Rex with her show In Vigneaux Veritas
Caroline Vigneaux's latest one-woman show, In Vigneaux Veritas, will run for three exceptional dates at the Grand Rex from March 20 to 22, 2025. [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]
Mémoire de fille: a contemporary adaptation at the Théâtre des Abbesses
"Mémoire de fille," adapted from Annie Ernaux and directed by Sarah Kohm, Veronika Bachfischer, and Élisa Leroy, can be seen at the Théâtre des Abbesses from November 26 to December 6, 2025. [Read more]
Menopause, the comedy that breaks the rules, returns to Paris
Menopause, the comedy that breaks the rules, has been extended at the Grand Point Virgule theater until January 4, 2026. Co-written and directed by Alex Goude, this comedy tackles menopause with humor and without taboos. [Read more]
Carmen: Ballet Julien Lestel in a new modern, feminist adaptation
Carmen, the world's most performed opera, is reinvented by ballet artist Julien Lestel in an original, feminist adaptation. Presented by Théâtre Libre, the ballet will be in Paris for just a few days, from April 9 to 20, 2025. [Read more]
Genre! a participatory show to question sexism at the Théâtre de Belleville
From September 3 to 27, 2025, Genre! takes over the Théâtre de Belleville with a participatory form combining theater and documentary on issues of gender and sexism. [Read more]
Carlo Goldoni's La Serva Amorosa at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin
Carlo Goldoni's comedy La Serva Amorosa comes to the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin from September 25 to December 31. Translated and adapted by Ginette Henry and directed by Catherine Hiegel, the play tells the story of a triumphant servant. A feminist play that reverses the roles of master and servant. [Read more]
A poetic and universal odyssey of exile at Le Funambule Montmartre
Winner of the Nouvel Acte 2024 festival, this show promises to explore with humor and tenderness the exile of a young girl in search of her father, carried by an international cast. On view at Funambule Montmartre until April 27. [Read more]
"Cette petite musique que personne n'entend" by Clarisse Fontaine at Théâtre des Mathurins
"Cette petite musique que personne n'entend": a reflection on female resilience at the Théâtre des Mathurins, by Clarisse Fontaine and Joeystarr, from February 9 to April 12. [Read more]
Hollywoodiennes, the musical that puts women in power: our promo code
Hollywoodiennes is the very first musical from the Classe libre collective. Now playing at several venues in and around Paris, the show is still available for three dates: July 12, 13 and 20, 2024. [Read more]
Lady Agatha, the musical based on the life of Agatha Christie, returns to Paris
Lady Agatha, returns to Paris after its success in the capital and throughout France, at the Théâtre de la Michodière, until July 7, 2024. The musical recounts the extraordinary life of Agatha Christie. [Read more]
Merci Alice, the play about the creator of the first Women's Games
Merci Alice! plunges viewers into the story of Alice Milliat, a feminist and top-level athlete who fought to create the first women's Olympic Games. On the eve of the Paris Games, it's an opportunity to learn more about the history of the Olympic Games. [Read more]
Laura Domenge: a night of humour and insomnia on stage
Laura Domenge's biting, sensitive stand-up show at the Théâtre de la Madeleine on May 27, 2025 is a mix of nocturnal flights of fancy and committed reflection. [Read more]
Les Vilaines: a dazzling musical at La Gaîté Montparnasse
Les Vilaines, Guy and Elsa Bontempelli's musical comedy, goes behind the scenes of the great Parisian revues until May 21 at Théâtre de la Gaîté Montparnasse. [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]
Tu voulais un coup de foudre? a committed comedy at the Théâtre du Marais
Between humor and commitment, Tu voulais un coup de foudre? questions clichés about love and equality. A feminist and modern work to discover at the Théâtre du Marais. [Read more]
"La vie en vrai (Anne Sylvestre)": a feminist musical tribute at the Athénée Théâtre Louis Jouvet
Marie Fortuit celebrates Anne Sylvestre with the musicla show "La vie en vrai (Anne Sylvestre)" at the Athénée Théâtre Louis Jouvet from April 25 to May 5, 2024. [Read more]
Chloé Oliveres at La Piccola Scala in Paris with When I grow up, I'll be Patrick Swayze
Discover Chloé Oliveres' show Quand je serai grande, je serai Patrick Swayze at Théâtre de L'Œuvre, Paris, from November 26 to December 10, 2024. An event not to be missed! [Read more]
Olympe de Gouges, more alive than ever: the voice of a free woman in the Divine Comedy?
In Olympe de Gouges, more alive than ever, Joëlle Fossier Auguste plays the famous feminist pioneer, at Théâtre La Divine Comédie in Paris from September 9, 2025. [Read more]
Marie S'infiltre returns with her show Culot at the Zénith in Paris
Marie S'infiltre returns to the stage with her audacious Culot show at the prestigious Zenith de Paris to close out the year in style, on December 21, 2024! [Read more]
VA AIMER ! Eva Rami's award-winning one-woman show returns to La Pépinière
VA AIMER! returns to Paris at Théâtre La Pépinière from October 13 to December 22, 2025. Eva Rami won the Molière for Best Single Act at the Molière 2024 awards. [Read more]
Encrées, the musical about women who made history at Théâtre Douze
Encrées, a musical comedy about Hedy Lamarr, the Mirabal sisters and Sabine Zlatin, is at the Théâtre Douze in Paris from September 18 to 28, 2025. [Read more]
Les Jupes, the choreographic piece at the Palais Galliera
Les Jupes, by Reunionese choreographer Soraya Thomas, will be performed at the Palais Galliera, Musée de la mode, on Saturday June 1 at 8pm and midnight. [Read more]
Blandine Lehout with her show La vie de ta mère at the Palais des Glaces
Blandine Lehout takes to the stage at the Palais des Glaces on April 8 and 9, 2025. The comedian presents her one-woman show "La vie de ta mère" (Your Mother's Life), a show that promises to be decompressive and full of self-mockery. [Read more]
Madame Fait Salon in Paris: Feminist and insolent show improvised at Théâtre Le Lieu
Don't miss the improvised show "Madame Fait Salon" at the Théâtre Le Lieu every Sunday in Paris: a cheeky, feminist journey through the literary history of the 19th century. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
On March 8, 2025
