Which shows and theatre productions kick off in September 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France? This guide highlights the stage offerings launching this month, whether new creations, revivals, programming launches, or shows making their first appearance on stage.
In Paris and the Île-de-France region, the month of September 2026 marks the start of a wave of onstage offerings, spanning theatre, comedy, musical performances, visual shows, and other family-friendly formats. If you’re after a broader selection, you can also check our guides to the pièces de theatre à voir à Paris en septembre 2026 and the spectacles à voir à Paris en septembre 2026.
This page spotlights theatre shows and plays that open in September 2026, helping you quickly spot what launches this month and not miss the fresh batch of posters to discover.
The Dilemma of Choice at the Gaîté Montparnasse in 2026
L’Embarras du choix, interactive comedy by Sébastien Azzopardi and Sacha Danino, is on at the Gaîté Montparnasse in Paris in 2026. The audience decides the rest of the story. [Read more]
The Scorpionfish: Samuel Labarthe at Poche Montparnasse
Samuel Labarthe stars in Le Poisson-Scorpion by Nicolas Bouvier at Théâtre de Poche-Montparnasse in Paris, running since September 2, 2026. Catherine Schaub stages this tale of a traveler immobilized in Ceylon. [Read more]
Hope — The Three Facets of Adoption: A Play About Adoption at La Scène Libre
Hope — The Three Reflections of an Adoption returns to Paris from September 3 to 27, 2026 at La Scène Libre. Diana Iliescu directs Wendy Beckett's play, starring Christine Gagnepain, Sandrine Seubille, and Jenny Tréhoux. [Read more]
The Dominique Case by Françoise Dolto at Théâtre du Chariot
Le Cas Dominique, adapted and directed by Nathalie Boutefeu from Françoise Dolto, is on at Théâtre du Chariot in Paris from September 3 to 20, 2026, starring Lucas Bottini and Bernadette Le Saché. [Read more]
Hitchcock & Mary Rose at the Théâtre de l’Œuvre in Paris
Hitchcock & Mary Rose, a play by Michael Sadler staged by Christophe Lidon, brings together Mélanie Page, Éric Prat and Marjorie Frantz at the Théâtre de l’Œuvre in Paris, opening September 3, 2026. [Read more]
All the Blue of the Sky, Mélissa Da Costa's novel at Théâtre La Pépinière in Paris
Tout le bleu du ciel, adaptation of Mélissa Da Costa's novel directed by Mikaël Chirinian, arrives at Théâtre La Pépinière in Paris from September 3 to December 5, 2026. [Read more]
The Bearer of History extended at the Petit Montparnasse until December 2026
Alexis Michalik's Le Porteur d’Histoire returns to the Théâtre du Petit Montparnasse in Paris from September 1 to December 19, 2026. An adventure play blending mystery, historical narrative, and a literary treasure hunt. [Read more]
Judith Magre and Éric Naulleau revisit Ionesco at Théâtre de Poche-Montparnasse
Judith Magre and Éric Naulleau devote a talk to Eugène Ionesco at the Théâtre de Poche-Montparnasse. On stage since September 7, 2026, the event combines readings with reflections on the writer, Mondays at 7 p.m. [Read more]
Napo returns to La Comédie Bastille in Paris in September 2026.
After a first run in the spring, Napo returns to the Comédie Bastille in Paris from September 10, 2026. Éric Delcourt embodies a Napoleon thrust into 2026 and into the presidential race. [Read more]
Article 353 of the Penal Code at the Petit Saint-Martin
Adapted from Tanguy Viel's novel, Article 353 of the Penal Code is on stage at Théâtre du Rond-Point from
The Dead Poets Society returns to Théâtre Libre
Dead Poets Society, a stage adaptation of the cult film directed by Olivier Solivérès, returns to Théâtre Libre in Paris from September 11, 2026 to January 10, 2027. [Read more]
2:22 A Ghost Story: Louane and Guillaume Labbé in a thriller at the Théâtre Fontaine in Paris — our review
2:22 A Ghost Story brings its haunted locked-room drama to Théâtre Fontaine with Louane Emera, Guillaume Labbé, Constance Dollé and Valentin de Carbonnières. A supernatural thriller to discover in Paris from September 15, 2026. [Read more]
Renversante: a family-friendly theatre at the Mathurins in Paris
Renversante envisions a society ruled by women to challenge stereotypes from age 8. Léna Bréban directs Florence Hinckel’s adaptation, playing at the Mathurins until December 15, 2026, followed by a post-show discussion. [Read more]
Sing and Shut Up: Laurent Ruquier and Vincent Niclo at the Theater
Laurent Ruquier and Vincent Niclo are performing Chante et tais-toi at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, through December 30, 2026. Anne Bourgeois directs this Ruquier-penned comedy about a successful singer and his private life. [Read more]
The Sense of Humour: Claudia Tagbo and Florent Peyre at Théâtre Antoine
Claudia Tagbo, Florent Peyre, Arié Elmaleh and Élise Diamant star in Le Sens de l’humour at the Théâtre Antoine, in Paris, from September 16, 2026 to January 10, 2027. The comedy by Sacha Judaszko and Fabrice Donnio centers on a dinner overturned by a burst of laughter. [Read more]
Ubu Roi returns to the Théâtre de Paris with André Marcon
Ubu Roi, Alfred Jarry’s play directed by Daniel Benoin, returns to the Théâtre de Paris from 16 September 2026, with André Marcon in the title role. [Read more]
Arsène Lupin at the Le Ranelagh Theatre: a play for ages 7 and up
Arsène Lupin heads to Paris's Théâtre Le Ranelagh from September 17, 2026, to January 17, 2027. Delphine Piard reimagines Maurice Leblanc’s gentleman thief in a crime comedy suitable for audiences aged 7 and up. [Read more]
The Two Brothers and the Lions: the show makes a comeback at Théâtre de l’Œuvre
Les Deux Frères et les Lions returns to Théâtre de l’Œuvre from September 16 to December 23, 2026, with performances on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. The theatrical tale by Hédi Tillette de Clermont-Tonnerre. [Read more]
Denial, Sophie Cottin's play at the Théâtre de Paris
Déni, Sophie Cottin's play directed by Raphaëlle Cambray, arrives at Théâtre de Paris – Salle Réjane from September 18, 2026 to January 10, 2027. [Read more]
Lapland: A Comedy by Matthieu Delaporte and Alexandre de La Patellière at the Théâtre de la Renaissance
Laponie, a comedy by Matthieu Delaporte and Alexandre de La Patellière, will be staged at the Théâtre de la Renaissance from September 18, 2026, to January 10, 2027. [Read more]
Le Cid blows a fuse, back in Paris at the Théâtre Hébertot
Le Cid goes off the rails, Caroline Vigneaux’s adaptation of Le Cid, returns to Théâtre Hébertot in Paris from September 18, 2026, to January 3, 2027. A version in alexandrines also pitched for younger audiences. [Read more]
Tribulations of a Local Muslim: Ismaël Saidi at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Tribulations of a Local Muslim, Ismaël Saidi's autobiographical solo performance, arrives at the Théâtre des Mathurins in Paris from September 19 to December 26, 2026. [Read more]
Joyful Mayhem: The Story of Women in Parisian Theatre
Joyeux Bordel traces the story of women from 1789 to the present day through two actresses, weaving together historical narration and intimate journeys. The play runs at the Comédie des 3 Bornes in Paris from September 19, 2026. [Read more]
Oh, the Beautiful Days with Catherine Frot at the Bouffes Parisiens
Catherine Frot takes on the role of Winnie in Samuel Beckett’s Happy Days, directed by Marc Paquien, at the Bouffes Parisiens in Paris from September 23 to November 29, 2026. [Read more]
Pierre Arditi and Isabelle Carré in Le Père in Paris: dates and showtimes
Pierre Arditi and Isabelle Carré star in Florian Zeller’s Le Père at the Théâtre Édouard VII in Paris. Evening performances will shift from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. as of November 26, 2026, while Sunday matinees stay at 4 p.m. [Read more]
French-Style Divorce with Caroline Vigneaux in Paris
Caroline Vigneaux stars in Divorce à la Française, an adaptation of Éliette Abécassis’s novel about a couple quarrelling over the custody of their children. It runs at Théâtre des Nouveautés in Paris from September 24, 2026. [Read more]
Les Rochambelles, a historical drama at Théâtre Michel
Les Rochambelles, a play by Valérie Demay directed by Merryl Beaudonnet and Charlotte Bigeard, runs at Théâtre Michel in Paris from 25 September 2026 to 2 January 2027. [Read more]
Point Nemo at the Théâtre du Châtelet: our take on the show
Point Nemo runs at the Théâtre du Châtelet through September 29, 2026. Visual poetry, arresting lighting, and a deliberately slow pace: our take on this FC Bergman production, featuring music by Steve Reich. [Read more]
Suzanne : Catherine Hiegel takes on the role of Valadon at Théâtre Montparnasse
Catherine Hiegel stars as the painter Suzanne Valadon in Suzanne at the Théâtre Montparnasse in Paris starting September 25, 2026. A play about her stormy relationship with her son Maurice Utrillo. [Read more]
La Tresse, Laetitia Colombani's novel on stage
La Tresse, an adaptation of Laetitia Colombani’s novel brought to the stage by director Johanna Boyé, is heading to the Théâtre de la Renaissance in Paris from 25 September 2026 to 10 January 2027. [Read more]
The Other Place: Antigone reimagined by Alexander Zeldin in Paris
Alexander Zeldin revisits Antigone with The Other Place, After Antigone, at Théâtre de la Ville in Paris from September 19 to 26, 2026. A French premiere with English surtitles. [Read more]
Les Vilaines: a musical comedy at the Gaîté Montparnasse
Les Vilaines returns to Gaîté Montparnasse in Paris for a third season, from September 30, 2026 to June 16, 2027. Three actress-singers pull back the curtain on the backstage world of Parisian revues. [Read more]
Paris Opera: a family-friendly lineup for kids and teens for the 2026/2027 season.
For the 2026–2027 season, the Paris Opera continues its Young Audience program with performances, concerts, and workshops designed to introduce children and teens to opera, dance, and music. [Read more]
Paris: a sound-and-light show at the Trocadéro to mark the Battle of the Chesapeake
This year, the Ministry of the Armed Forces is commemorating the Battle of the Chesapeake, which sealed the French Navy’s victory over the British fleet. To mark the occasion, a free-to-view sound-and-light show is announced for Saturday, September 5, 2026 at the Trocadéro. More details to come. [Read more]
The Wild Earth: two performances of the Chinese opera masterpiece at Salle Pleyel
September 5 and 6, 2026, the Salle Pleyelwill host a rare event: the European tour of La Terre Sauvage, the iconic opera born in Beijing in 1987, a passionate family drama that blends Western lyricism with traditional Chinese percussion for two extraordinary performances. [Read more]
Fééries de Chantilly 2026: International Fireworks Festival
The Chantilly Fireworks Fest brings back the grand international fireworks competition at the Chantilly Racecourse in the Oise. Three nations go head-to-head in a pyrotechnic evening scheduled for Saturday, September 5, 2026. [Read more]
Mathematics in Poetry, Cédric Villani at Poche-Montparnasse
Cédric Villani links mathematics and poetry in a literary and scientific talk at Théâtre de Poche-Montparnasse. Mathématique en poésie runs on Mondays at 9 pm through December 28, 2026. [Read more]
Jarry at the Olympia in September 2026, with Bonhomme delivering an acoustic set.
Jarry brings Bonhomme to the Olympia in an acoustic rendition on September 9, 10 and 11, 2026, with pianist Matthieu Gonet at the piano. [Read more]
Festival Lumières Impressionnistes 2026: we spotted Monet in Chatou (78)
Le Festival Lumières Impressionnistes transforms the Île des Impressionnistes de Chatou (78) en jardin rêvé de Claude Monet jusqu'au 12 septembre 2026. On a découvert ce festival gratuit en avant-première et on vous dévoile nos images. [Read more]
David Castello-Lopes: Delicious at the Théâtre Libre in Paris
David Castello-Lopes stars in Délicieux at Théâtre Libre in Paris until March 9, 2027. In this new one-man show, the comedian explores what triggers pleasure, from everyday joys to more unexpected satisfactions. [Read more]
Mami Watta in Paris: her show “I Salute You, Mami” at the Maison des Métallos
Mami Watta makes her Paris debut with her show "Je vous salue Mami," running from September 15 to 24, 2026 at the Maison des Métallos. The winner of Drag Race France All Stars turns her journey—from a Catholic childhood in Abidjan to French drag stages—into a bold, front-facing, flamboyant and liberating one-woman show. [Read more]
Panayotis Pascot: the latest dates for Entre les deux in Paris
Panayotis Pascot returns to Paris with Entre les deux: Théâtre Fontaine in September and October, Théâtre du Rond-Point from October 6 to 9, then Dôme de Paris on November 6 and 7, 2026 for the show’s final performances. [Read more]
Ana Godefroy: We’re sticking with the Comédie de Paris
Ana Godefroy presents On s’accroche at the Comédie de Paris, running since September 17, 2026, Thursdays to Saturdays at 9 p.m. Her debut show about the struggle to find one’s place, written with Pierre Thevenoux and Ambre Larrazet. [Read more]
It's going to go smoothly: Camille Giry at L’Européen starting September 2026
Ça va bien se passer, the debut solo show by Camille Giry, takes up residence at L’Européen from September 17 to December 17, 2026, with performances every Thursday at 9:30 p.m. [Read more]
Gatsby Nights at the Ritz Paris: New 2026 Dinner-and-Show Dates
The Gatsby evenings at the Ritz Paris revive the Roaring Twenties in the Salon Vendôme, with live jazz, dancers and a menu by Chef Jérôme Legras. The dinner-show returns on Thursdays September 17, October 22, November 19 and December 17, 2026. We tried it, and here’s what we thought. [Read more]
Cergy Soit 2026 : the free circus festival is back this weekend
Cergy Soit! is celebrating its 28th edition in the Cergy-Pontoise metropolitan area, in Val-d'Oise. This international festival of street arts and circus brings together more than 40 companies and 200 artists for a free-to-the-public showcase, on September 19 and 20, 2026. [Read more]
The Adventures of Pinocchio: family show at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Discover "Les Aventures de Pinocchio" (The Adventures of Pinocchio), created by Olivier Solivérès based on Collodi, a family show at the Théâtre des Mathurins, running all year round. [Read more]
GAINSBOURG EN CONFIDENCE: a musical journey through the early years of Serge Gainsbourg
Sponsored - Starting Sunday, September 20, 2026, immerse yourself in 1950s–60s Saint-Germain-des-Prés and meet an intimate Serge Gainsbourg, long before Gainsbarre. Between timeless songs, little-known gems, and candid confessions, Gainsbourg en Confidence reveals the formative years of a legend of French chanson. [Read more]
Very Math Trip 2: Manu Houdart Returns to the Lucernaire
Manu Houdart presents Very Math Trip 2 at the Lucernaire in Paris, running from September 21, 2026, to January 12, 2027. This new installment, directed by Thomas Le Douarec, blends humor and mathematics for ages 8 and up. [Read more]
And don’t miss the show: Fred Radix’s musical at the Gaîté Montparnasse.
Fred Radix presents 'Et n'oubliez pas la pièce', a musical comedy at the Gaîté Montparnasse theatre from September 21, 2026 to May 25, 2027, for ages 8 and up. [Read more]
Thomas Croisière: The Comedy Strikes Back at the Lucernaire
Thomas Croisière presents The Comedy Strikes Back at Le Lucernaire in Paris, running through January 12, 2027. A new show celebrating French comedies, from Les Bronzés to Les Tuche. [Read more]
Dear Evan Hansen returns to Paris for two special performances in September 2026.
The musical Dear Evan Hansen returns to Paris for two special performances, on September 21 and 22, 2026, at 13e Art, then at Carré Marigny. [Read more]
Singin’ in the Rain at the Lido in Paris until June 2027
Singin’ in the Rain is playing at the Théâtre du Lido in Paris from September 17, 2026, to June 27, 2027. Ashley Day, Maddie Waller and Charlie Waddell star in this production by Robert Carsen. [Read more]
The Last Hamlet: Ben Duke blends dance and Shakespeare in Paris
Ben Duke reimagines Hamlet with The Last Hamlet at the Théâtre des Abbesses in Paris from September 22 to 30, 2026. A creation blending dance, theatre, and humor, featuring Miguel Altunaga and Hannah Shepherd. [Read more]
A Second Empire Ball at the Saint-Ouen Flea Market: period dances and a free evening.
On the occasion of the Fête des Puces, the Biron Market takes a time leap on September 24, 2026, with a Second Empire Ball—an free event inviting guests to immerse themselves in history for a festive evening, amid period costumes, theatrical vignettes, waltz demonstrations, and a late-night DJ set. [Read more]
Beep her mother: Juliette Barry performing stand-up in Paris
Juliette Barry presents Biiiip, her mother, at the Comédie des 3 Bornes in Paris, every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. A first one-woman show about motherhood, family life, social expectations, and the quest for fulfillment. [Read more]
Cabarets at Chaillot: Moulin Rouge, Crazy Horse and Madame Arthur stage a rare reunion.
Chaillot brings together Moulin Rouge, Crazy Horse Paris, Madame Arthur and a slate of alternative stages in Paris on 24 and 25 September 2026 for two nights dedicated to the many forms of cabaret. [Read more]
Letz Zep at the Grand Rex in September 2026: a tribute concert honoring the legendary British rock band
Attention Led Zeppelin fans! On Friday, September 25, 2026, the Grand Rex in Paris will host Letz Zep for a tribute concert honoring the legendary British rock band led by Jimmy Page and Robert Plant. [Read more]
Blandine Lehout: Your Mother's Life at Théâtre des Mathurins starting September 2026
Blandine Lehout is back with La Vie de ta mère at the Théâtre des Mathurins in Paris starting September 25, 2026, with performances Thursday to Saturday at 7 p.m. [Read more]
Moon Festival 2026: Free show from Nanjing in Paris
The Moon Festival is celebrated in the garden of the Chinese Cultural Centre in Paris’s 7th arrondissement with the show “Paris under the Moon of Nanjing,” on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Singing, dance, traditional costumes, and mooncakes are on the program, free of charge with advance booking. [Read more]
History on Stage: historical and interactive performances at Blandy-les-Tours Castle (77)
On Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September 2026, step back in time—from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance—through historical and interactive performances at the Château de Blandy-les-Tours. [Read more]
Chevaliers Princesse et Dragon: family comedy at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Discover Chevaliers Princesse et Dragon, Olivier Solivérès' family comedy at the Théâtre des Mathurins, performed all year round on weekends and during the holidays. [Read more]
Hector Obalk at the Théâtre Libre: a new take on Caravaggio
Hector Obalk continues All of Art History in Under Two Hours at Théâtre Libre during the 2026–2027 season. The cycle features seven installments, including the new Caravaggio, etc. [Read more]
Rire pour Rêver: a humorous evening of solidarity at the Casino de Paris
Rire pour Rêver returns to the Casino de Paris on September 28, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. Philippe Lacheau, Franck Dubosc, Anne Roumanoff, Jeff Panacloc and other artists come together to support Princess Margot. [Read more]
Hipollène’s Tree: a children’s show inspired by Claude Ponti, to be enjoyed by the whole family in Paris.
Sponsored - A poetic, funny and magical show to enjoy as a family, for ages 5 and up! Loosely adapted from Claude Ponti’s L’Arbre sans fin, L’Arbre d’Hipollène returns to Paris at the Apollo Théâtre through January 10, 2027. A Franceinfo editors’ pick at the 2022 Festival Off Avignon, and rated 10/10 on BilletRéduc. A family outing in Paris for ages 5 and up! [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From September 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026
