The contemporary circus has been booming in Paris and the Île-de-France region for several years now. Far from the glitz and glamour of the traditional big top, this artistic genre blends acrobatics, theater, dance, music and sometimes even digital arts, to offer daring, poetic stage experiences. Many of the region's cultural venues now host contemporary circus shows, both indoors and out.
Circuses in Paris, shows with and without big tops, now and in the future
Immerse yourself in the world of circus shows in Paris, and enjoy magical, unforgettable experiences. [Read more]
Conceived as a laboratory of movement and imagination, the new circus questions codes, revisits classic disciplines and invites audiences to see bodies, space and rhythm differently. The use of juggling, Chinese masts, Cyr wheels and aerial apparatus becomes a language in its own right, sometimes integrated into a narrative or immersive sound universe.
In Paris and Île-de-France, family shows are a great way to share cultural, funny and poetic moments with children, teenagers or grandparents, all year round. [Read more]
Throughout the year, Paris and the surrounding region offer a rich program of events in this field, supported by venues such as national circus arts centers, festivals and multi-disciplinary structures committed to contemporary creation. These shows are aimed at a wide audience: those curious about theperforming arts, dance or visual arts enthusiasts, as well as families looking for an original outing.
Accessible, astonishing and deeply rooted in its time, contemporary circus in Île-de-France offers a different way of experiencing live performance. It's a world worth exploring for those wishing to discover constantly evolving scenic forms.
Pomme presents Le petit cirque at the Bouffes du Nord theater.
Discover Le petit cirque, created by Pomme, Marie, and Yoann Bourgeois based on the album Saisons, at the Bouffes du Nord from December 26, 2025, to January 4, 2026. [Read more]
Wolf: the animal power of the contemporary circus by compagnie Circa
From January 14 to 24, 2026, Australian company Circa presents Wolf at Théâtre Silvia Monfort, a raw, intense acrobatic creation in which the body becomes instinct. [Read more]
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Circuses in Paris, shows with and without big tops, now and in the future
Shows to see with the whole family in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
