January 2026 promises to be an exciting month for theater lovers. Paris, a cultural capital par excellence, offers a multitude of shows to suit all tastes. From light-hearted comedies to captivating dramas and modern adaptations of the great classics, this winter season's program is rich and varied.
The comedies promise to make you laugh out loud, while the dramas will plunge you into more intense and moving worlds. Lovers of the classics will delight in revisited stagings, offering a fresh perspective on timeless works. As for contemporary creations, they will tackle topical themes with boldness and creativity.
In the capital's prestigious theaters, renowned directors collaborate with talented actors to deliver top-quality shows. Whether you're a regular visitor to Parisian theaters or curious to discover a new play, the start of the new year has some memorable evenings in store.
Don't delay in booking your tickets for these flagship events, as they attract large audiences. January 2025 will be a must-see month for enjoying the best of Parisian theater.
10 Must-See Shows in Paris at the Start of 2026: Starter Plus Selection - Tatouvu
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Les Monologues du Machin: Exploring Every Aspect of Sex at Comédie Bastille – Our Take
At the Bastille Comedy Club, Les Monologues du Machin examine contemporary masculinity through a powerful performance by three actors delivering wholehearted monologues. Blending humor with introspection, this piece by Thomas Caruso Aragona delves into what it truly means to be a man today. Running on stage from January 22 to June 28, 2026, we caught the show—here’s our take! [Read more]
Amadeus at the Théâtre Marigny: Mozart and Salieri Go Head-to-Head on Stage
Directed by Olivier Solivérès, Peter Shaffer’s Amadeus has been playing at the Théâtre Marigny since January 22, 2026. The production delves into the life of Mozart and explores his infamous rivalry with Salieri. [Read more]
Sure: the courteous comedy at the Funambule Montmartre is extended.
May I have your attention: "Vous permettez," a comedy by Manon Rony, offers a sharp dose of wit and deception, now playing at the Funambule Montmartre. The show has been extended to run until May 10, 2026. [Read more]
Coal in the veins: the five-Molière-winning play extended at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal
After Adieu Monsieur Haffmann and Petit coiffeur, Jean-Philippe Daguerre returns with a new theatrical creation: Du charbon dans les veines. The play, which focuses on mineworkers in the 1950s in a deeply moving narrative, won no fewer than 5 Molières and is now coming to the Théâtre du Palais-Royal! [Read more]
Made in France at the Théâtre de la Renaissance: a comedy about the world of work – extended performances
The troupe La Poursuite du Bleu has been showcasing Made in France at the Théâtre de la Renaissance since September 29, 2025. This biting comedy offers a sharp take on the realities of industrial survival. [Read more]
Shakespeare's Hamlet at the Comédie-Française: Ivo Van Hove confronts the ghosts of power
The Comédie-Française presents Hamlet directed by Ivo Van Hove at the Odéon 6e, from January 21 to March 14, 2026. After Les Damnés, Électre/Oreste and Le Tartuffe ou l'Hypocrite, the Belgian director returns to the Troupe for a new exploration of tragic vertigo. [Read more]
The Bourgeois Gentleman: The Comedy-Ballet at the Porte Saint-Martin Theatre
Molière's The Bourgeois Gentleman, directed by Valérie Lesort and Christian Hecq, will be performed at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin from January 31 to March 8, 2026. [Read more]
Les Producteurs: Alexis Michalik's madcap musical returns to the Théâtre de Paris
The musical comedy Les Producteurs, directed by Alexis Michalik, returns to the Théâtre de Paris on October 1, 2025. This satirical and zany show, crowned with great success, will be accompanied by a new cast for this eagerly awaited revival. [Read more]
La Peste: theatrical adaptation at La Scène Parisienne
The play « La Peste », adapted from Albert Camus and directed by Augustin Grandgeorge, is running at La Scène Parisienne from January 12 to February 10, 2026. [Read more]
Les Desperate Housemen se marient ! (The Desperate Housemen are getting married!): comedy at the Grand Point Virgule
Les Desperate Housemen are returning to the Grand Point Virgule until March 28, 2026, with a new comedy exploring marriage and relationships. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From January 1, 2025 to January 31, 2026
