Are you passionate about dance or opera? This season, Paris and the Île-de-France region have some unique events in store for you, with grandiose productions. The region's finest stages, including theOpéra Garnier, theOpéra Bastille, and renowned theaters, invite you to discover emblematic works revisited by talented artists.
Must-see ballet performances in Paris in 2025
Come and discover the most beautiful ballet performances in Paris in 2025, a not-to-be-missed event for lovers of ballet and elegance. [Read more]
The best contemporary and urban dance shows in Paris: creations, performances, and dates not to be missed. [Read more]
Opera lovers can enjoy such classics as Rigoletto, The Barber of Seville and Don Giovanni. These timeless works, with their powerful voices and breathtaking staging, attract audiences from all over the world. As for ballet fans, they can look forward to classical choreographies such as Swan Lake or The Nutcracker, as well as contemporary creations by the greatest choreographers.
In addition to theatrical performances, numerous events are held in atypical venues around Paris, offering a different approach to the art of opera and dance. Take the opportunity to immerse yourself in a captivating universe where music, movement and emotion come together for an unforgettable experience. Don't miss this 2024-2025 season, rich in performances, and experience moments of grace with the operas and ballets of Paris and Île-de-France.
Philip Glass's Satyagraha: Gandhi, non-violence and hypnotic opera at the Palais Garnier
Philip Glass's opera Satyagraha, inspired by the thought of Gandhi, enters the repertoire of the Palais Garnier from April 10 to May 3, 2026, for a series of never-before-seen performances. [Read more]
The Marriage of Figaro: Mozart revisited backstage at the Palais Garnier
From November 15 to December 27, 2025, Mozart's Les Noces de Figaro will be staged at the Palais Garnier in a production that takes the action backstage in a contemporary opera house. [Read more]
A masked ball: passions, plots and disguises at the Opéra Bastille
The Opéra Bastille presents Giuseppe Verdi's Un bal masqué from January 27 to February 26, 2026, a lyrical fresco of forbidden love, betrayed loyalty and tragic destiny, set against a backdrop of disguises and conspiracies. [Read more]
Le Petit Faust: opera buffa by Hervé at the Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet
Discover Le Petit Faust, an opera buffa by Hervé, presented by the Palazzetto Bru Zane at the Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet from December 13 to 20, 2025. [Read more]
Nixon in China: John Adams' opera returns to the Opéra Bastille
From February 24 to March 20, 2026, the Opéra Bastille welcomes Nixon in China, John Adams' opera directed by Valentina Carrasco. [Read more]
Music at the museum: the musical program at the Musée Jacquemart-André
The Jacquemart-André museum hosts a variety of shows and concerts: discover the new musical season in 2025 and museum news. [Read more]
La Cenerentola at the Palais Garnier: Rossini's Cinderella returns to Paris
The Opéra Garnier presents Rossini's La Cenerentola, a sparkling retelling of the Cinderella tale, from June 3 to July 11, 2026, directed by Guillaume Gallienne. [Read more]
The Opera Locos: the comic opera show returns to La Gaîté Rive Gauche
From October 19, 2024 to January 25, 2026, The Opera Locos takes over La Gaîté Rive Gauche with a zany opera combining Mozart, Bizet, Mika and Beyoncé. [Read more]
La Vie parisienne at the Théâtre du Châtelet: the spirit of Offenbach in a festive Paris
Jacques Offenbach's opéra bouffe comes to the Théâtre du Châtelet from June 12 to July 11, 2026, in a contemporary staging by Valérie Lesort, combining social satire and Parisian festivities. [Read more]
Ercole amante: Antonia Bembo's baroque Hercules between power and desire at Opéra Bastille
From May 28 to June 14, 2026, Antonia Bembo's Ercole amante makes its debut in the Paris Opéra repertoire, supported by an original staging and singular Baroque vocal writing. [Read more]
The Nutcracker: the magical Christmas show at Grand Rex and Théâtre du 13e Art
In Paris, the Nutcracker ballet will enchant the Grand Rex on November 14 and 15, 2025, then the Théâtre du 13ème Art from December 23, 2025 to January 3, 2026. This enchanting show, presented by the British Festival Ballet, celebrates the magic of Christmas to the rhythm of Tchaikovsky. [Read more]
Contrastes : Three visions of dance at the Palais Garnier
The Opéra national de Paris presents Contrastes, an evening of ballets by Trisha Brown, David Dawson and the van Opstals. On view at the Palais Garnier from December 1 to 31, 2025. [Read more]
The Nutcracker: Tchaikovsky's ballet and classical orchestra in Paris this winter, dates
Tchaikovsky's legendary ballet, The Nutcracker, returns to the Arena Grand Paris and the Palais des Congrès this winter for a magical show that immerses us in the holiday season. [Read more]
Swan Lake: Tchaikovsky's legendary ballet returns to Paris in 2026
Swan Lake, Tchaikovsky's timeless ballet, is back on stage at the Arena Grand Paris and the Palais des Congrès for two exceptional evenings on March 3 and April 1, 2026. [Read more]
Notre-Dame de Paris: Roland Petit's ballet returns to the Opéra Bastille
The Opéra Bastille welcomes Roland Petit's legendary ballet Notre-Dame de Paris, a major work in the repertoire. Presented from December 6 to 31, 2025, this dance fresco combines dramatic power, neoclassical dance and flamboyant aesthetics. [Read more]
Dance Theatre of Harlem: New York ballet returns to Paris
Dance Theatre of Harlem returns to France after a 40-year absence with two programs at the Palais des Congrès de Paris from February 26 to 28, 2026. [Read more]
La Dame aux camélias: a romantic tragedy danced at the Palais Garnier
From May 5 to 23, 2026, the Palais Garnier presents La Dame aux camélias, a narrative ballet by John Neumeier inspired by the novel by Alexandre Dumas fils, with music by Chopin. [Read more]
Béjart Ballet Lausanne: Béjart et nous, L’Oiseau de Feu and Boléro at La Seine Musicale
The Béjart Ballet Lausanne presents Béjart et nous, L’Oiseau de Feu and Boléro at La Seine Musicale from March 11 to 15, 2026, a choreographic triptych paying tribute to Maurice Béjart. [Read more]
Angelin Preljocaj's Le Parc returns to the Palais Garnier to celebrate 30 years of an iconic ballet
From February 3 to 25, 2026, the Paris Opera presents Le Parc, a ballet by Angelin Preljocaj. Created in 1994, this contemporary classic blends baroque seduction and modern choreographic language to the music of Mozart. [Read more]
Hans van Manen: Dutch National Ballet pays tribute to the neo-classical master
Dutch National Ballet celebrates Hans van Manen with four major works by the Dutch choreographer, as part of the TranscenDanses season at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées. [Read more]
Must-see ballet performances in Paris in 2025
Contemporary and urban dance performances to discover in Paris
