December 2025 in Paris promises to be a month rich in emotions and theatrical discoveries. With winter setting in, there's nothing better than taking shelter in one of Paris's many theaters for an evening of art. Whether you're a fan of light comedies, poignant dramas, or avant-garde plays, Parisian stages offer a variety of shows that are sure to meet all your expectations. In this article, we've compiled a list of 10 plays you absolutely must see.
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The Parisian stage in December is particularly lively, with plays that adapt to the diverse expectations of audiences. Parisian theaters are transformed to welcome new creations, often linked to current events, while retaining the magic of the great works of the classical repertoire. From comedies to romantic dramas, Parisian theaters offer a multitude of plays, so our sample of 10 plays is just a small selection.
In December, you can immerse yourself in captivatingstories, discover exceptional performances and experience unique moments on the stages of Parisian theaters. Don't miss this opportunity to escape and let yourself be enchanted by the emotions of the theater with our selection of 10 plays in December.
From 1515 to the Sun King: a history lesson at the Théâtre de Poche
Maxime d'Aboville retraces two centuries of French history, from Marignan to Louis XIV, in a History Lesson at the Théâtre de Poche, every Saturday at 5 p.m. starting October 4. [Read more]
Thierry Lhermitte at the Petit Saint-Martin in the play La Rencontre
Thierry Lhermitte performs a new theatrical reading inspired by Charles Pépin, combining philosophical texts, poems, film dialogues, and songs, at the Théâtre du Petit Saint-Martin in Paris from December 1 to 16, 2025. [Read more]
The Revolution: a History Lesson at the Théâtre de Poche
Maxime d'Aboville presents a History Lesson devoted to the French Revolution at the Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse, every Monday at 7 p.m. starting October 6. [Read more]
Numéro Deux: the story of the man who was not chosen to play Harry Potter returns
Discover Numéro Deux, the play about the casting of Harry Potter, at the Théâtre Tristan Bernard until January 3, 2026. [Read more]
Le Dindon: a frenzied vaudeville at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud
Le Dindon, a vaudeville by Feydeau directed by Dyckson, can be seen at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud from October 7, 2025, to January 6, 2026. [Read more]
Ailleurs / Après: theatrical road movie at the Petit Montparnasse
Ailleurs / Après, the new play by Arnaud Bedouet, directed by Catherine Schaub, can be seen at the Petit Montparnasse from October 2 to December 31, 2025. [Read more]
Poil de Carotte, Poil de Carotte: a biting face-off at the Athénée
From December 9 to 13, 2025, Poil de Carotte, Poil de Carotte explores humiliation and the creative process at the Athénée. [Read more]
Confidences: improvised comedy at La Boussole
Discover Confidences, an improvised comedy by the Collectif Minimas at the Théâtre La Boussole, performed every Friday for a 10th season. [Read more]
Fate mocks choices: theater at the Théâtre Lepic
Discover "Le destin se moque des choix" (Fate Mocks Choices), a play by Fabrice Tosoni, at the Théâtre Lepic from September 8, 2025, to January 17, 2026, Tuesday through Friday at 7 p.m. [Read more]
Des Ombres et des Armes: thriller at the Manufacture des Abbesses
Discover "Des Ombres et des Armes," Yann Reuzeau's thriller about terrorism, at the Manufacture des Abbesses until February 1, 2026. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From December 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025
What to see this week in Paris? Plays and shows not to be missed
Shows and plays to see in Paris in December 2025
