More and more feminist shows are appearing in and around the capital. These artistic works highlight women's struggles and achievements, while questioning societal norms. Themes range fromgender equality and women's rights to gender identity and sisterhood.
What to see this week in Paris? Plays and shows not to be missed
Plays and shows to see this week in Paris: comedies, dance, humor, magic, cabaret... Our selection of must-see events. [Read more]
Numerous contemporary plays are presented at theaters in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Contemporary theater encompasses works created from the mid-20th century to the present day. An opportunity to discover modern creations, in tune with our times! [Read more]
For theatre-lovers, powerful plays explore the stories of inspiring women and complex female characters. Dance shows also offer a visual and emotional interpretation of feminist themes, often accompanied by captivating music and performances. The increasingly popular feminist stand-up shows combine humor and reflection, tackling issues such as sexism and misogyny with a light-hearted yet hard-hitting touch. The capital and its region offer a wide choice of shows, so there should be something for everyone!
Emerging with the feminist movements of the 60s and 70s, feminist theatre aims to give a voice to women, who are often reduced to stereotyped roles in classical theater. It proposes more complex and diversified female characters, while questioning patriarchal structures and valuing female experience and speech on stage. An opportunity to discover new shows and plays in Paris and Île-de-France!
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 Monde d'après: Sophia Aram's show wins Molière at Théâtre Libre
Winner of the Molière de l'humour in 2024 for her show Le Monde d'après, Sophia Aram returns to Paris to perform at the Théâtre Libre from October 31, 2024 to January 4, 2025. [Read more]
Liliane Blanco-Binette: Quebec comedian goes solo at La Cigale
Quebec humorist Liliane Blanco-Binette performs at La Cigale on May 12, 2025 for a solo show that promises a blend of self-mockery, absurdity and sensitivity. [Read more]
Hier j'arrête! by Doully at the Folies Bergère: an explosive one-woman show
Doully presents his show Hier j'arrête! on October 31, 2024 at the Folies Bergère, for an unforgettable evening of stand-up. [Read more]
Elodie Poux in Paris with her show Le Syndrome du Papillon at the Dôme de Paris
Comedian Elodie Poux's show, Le Syndrome du Papillon, will be held at the Dôme de Paris from March 28 to 30, 2025, for three never-before-seen performances! [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]
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]
Mahaut Drama: her Drama Queen show at L'Européen
Comedian and columnist Mahaut Drama unveils her show Drama Queen, a plunge into her quirky, comic universe. The one-woman show runs at L'Européen until April 25, 2025. [Read more]
Nora Hamzawi at L'Olympia with her new show
Comedian Nora Hamzawi returns to the Paris stage! With her brand new show, she invites you to the Olympia from January 14 to 18, 2025. [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]
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]
Louise Weber dite La Goulue: the queen of the cancan resurrected at the Théâtre de l'Essaïon
Immerse yourself in the effervescent Paris of the Belle Époque with "Louise Weber dite La Goulue", a captivating show running until [date] at the Théâtre de l'Essaïon, in Paris's 4th arrondissement. [Read more]
Christelle Chollet: a night to laugh, dance and forget diapers
With Maman va danser, Christelle Chollet offers a unique evening of humor, music and festivities, in a fun and wacky atmosphere. This festive interlude is scheduled for June 12, 2025 at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel in Paris. [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]
Lilia Benchabane: the comedian opens up in her show Handicapé Méchante
With "Handicapé Méchante", Lilia Benchabane delivers an original and daring show. She explores disability and the issues surrounding it with a no-holds-barred sense of humor, offering a light-hearted, hard-hitting reflection. [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]
Oh my god she's parisian! Julie Collas' one-woman show in English
Oh my god she's parisian! is a 100% English-language show by comedian Julie Collas. La parisienne returns to the Théâtre Bo Saint Martin from January 31 to March 29, 2025. [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]
Family portraits: Hortense Belhôte breathes new life into those forgotten during the French Revolution
Hortense Belhôte's show Portraits de famille (Family Portraits) at the Théâtre de l'Atelier, a performance lecture on the forgotten people of the French Revolution, continues until June 18, 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]
Élodie Da Silva: her introspective show Tempête Émotionnelle at the Casino de Paris
Élodie Da Silva's Tempête Émotionnelle will be presented on April 13, 2025 at the Casino de Paris, combining humor, emotional analysis and communication issues at the heart of our daily lives. [Read more]
Season 2: Sandrine Sarroche's one-woman show at Théâtre des Mathurins
Sandrine Sarroche returns to the stage with a brand-new one-woman show, Saison 2, combining piquant humor and social satire. The show opens at the Théâtre des Mathurins on January 25, 2025. [Read more]
Viviane Émigré at the Casino de Paris for an exceptional performance
With J'arrive !!!, Viviane Émigré returns to the stage for a unique show. The comedienne from Antilles-Guyane promises an evening of laughter and energy at the Casino de Paris on May 17, 2025. [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]
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]
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]
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]
Doully at the Olympia: trashy, self-mocking stand-up
Doully takes over the Olympia for a show mixing caustic humor and crazy life stories. A stand-up show that promises to be raw and sincere, to be discovered on May 22, 2025. [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]
Tahnee: her next show dates in Paris and Île-de-France in 2024
Tahnee, after several performances at L'Européen, is getting ready to play the famous La Cigale venue! This is your chance to discover the touching, committed comedienne in her show L'autre on October 25, 2024. [Read more]
Rosa Bursztein at the Théâtre de la Renaissance with her show Dédoublée
In Dédoublée, Rosa Bursztein explores love, family heritage and ideological contradictions at the Théâtre de la Renaissance in a show that combines introspection and irony. To be discovered on June 16, 2025. [Read more]
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What to see this week in Paris? Plays and shows not to be missed
Contemporary plays to see in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
