Looking for a theater show to see in Paris in August 2026? Even in the heart of summer, Parisian stages keep delivering comedies, revivals, and performances to discover across a variety of styles. This guide brings together the plays to see in Paris in August.
To help you narrow things down, this pick highlights shows still running over the summer, spanning lighter theatre, accessible new works, and a few lasting classics. A handy guide to what to see in Paris theatres in August 2026. If you’d prefer a shorter list, you can also check out our 10 plays to see in Paris in August 2026.
For lighter, more spontaneous outings, our guide to theater comedies comédies au théâtre can also complement your search. This guide is updated regularly with new plays spotted in Paris and shows still running through August.
WARNING: This guide is updated as new information comes to light
Coal in the Veins at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal in Paris
Coal in the Veins, a play by Jean-Philippe Daguerre that won five Molières in 2025, is on at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal until 28 June 2026, before a revival at the Théâtre Saint-Georges. [Read more]
Ados - Urbex: Olivier Solivérès' cult comedy at the Grand Point Virgule
“Adolescents - Urban Exploration,” the refreshed take on Olivier Solivérès’s show, is now playing at the Grand Point Virgule until May 31, 2026 — blending laughter and music in an engaging performance. [Read more]
Forget Me at the La Bruyère Theatre in Paris in 2026
Forget Me, a play adapted from Matthew Seager's In Other Words, is on at Théâtre La Bruyère in Paris in 2026. An intimate exploration of love, memory, and Alzheimer's disease. [Read more]
The Loop heads to Théâtre Saint-Georges in Paris in 2026
The Loop, Robin Goupil’s comedy that won the 2025 Molière Award for Best Comedy, is on at Théâtre Saint-Georges in Paris until November 15, 2026. [Read more]
Et Pendant ce Temps Simone Veille! at Comédie Bastille
And Meanwhile, Simone Keeps Watch! is a show tracing the fight for women's rights over the past century, on at the Comédie Bastille from January 10 to July 26, 2026. [Read more]
The Dead Poets Society: Revival at Théâtre Antoine
The Dead Poets Society makes its return to Théâtre Antoine with Philippe Torreton as John Keating, attracting over 350,000 spectators, starting February 13, 2026. [Read more]
Intra Muros by Alexis Michalik at La Pépinière in 2026
Entre Muros by Alexis Michalik continues at La Pépinière Théâtre in Paris in 2026. A contemporary play that interweaves prison, a choral narrative, and a theatrical mise en abyme. [Read more]
Dernier coup de ciseaux: interactive detective comedy at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Discover "Dernier coup de ciseaux," an interactive detective comedy by Sébastien Azzopardi and Sacha Danino, at the Théâtre des Mathurins until June 30, 2026. [Read more]
Call Me Walt: Intimate Portrait of Disney’s Founder Extended at the Apollo Theatre
Call Me Walt returns to the Apollo Theatre in Paris from October 8, 2026, to April 24, 2027. Julien Baptist's play delves into the family dynamics of Disney's founder, with a renewed cast. [Read more]
Dear Parents returns to the Théâtre de Paris in 2026
Dear Parents, the comedy by Emmanuel and Armelle Patron, directed by Anne Dupagne, returns to Théâtre de Paris from May 27 to July 5, 2026. [Read more]
Le Secret de Sherlock Holmes: the play returns to Paris at Café de la Gare
A detective comedy, The Secret of Sherlock Holmes is not an adaptation of Conan Doyle's novel, but a new play set in the world of the mythical detective, Sherlock Holmes. More specifically, the play recounts the famous meeting between Sherlock and his faithful investigator, Doctor Watson. [Read more]
The Big Guys Are Skating Well at La Pépinière Théâtre in 2026
Les Gros Patinent Bien, the Pierre Guillois and Olivier Martin-Salvan show that won at the Molières, remains on the bill at La Pépinière Théâtre in Paris in 2026, bringing its trademark world of cardboard boxes and burlesque adventure. [Read more]
Part Two: a play by Samuel Benchetrit starring Patrick Bruel at Théâtre Édouard VII
Patrick Bruel is set to return to the stage in a play by Samuel Benchetrit. Also starring Stéphane Freiss and Marine Delterme, "Deuxième partie" opens at the Théâtre Édouard VII in Paris on January 27, 2026. [Read more]
The Imaginary Invalid: Molière’s Comedy-Ballet at the Porte Saint-Martin
Molière’s The Imaginary Invalid, directed by Claude Stratz, will run at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin from May 27 to July 12, 2026. [Read more]
Le Duplex returns to the Théâtre de Paris in May 2026.
The Duplex is back at the Théâtre de Paris from May 28 to July 5, 2026. Didier Caron's comedy brings together Anny Duperey, Francis Perrin, Corinne Touzet, and Philippe Lelièvre. [Read more]
The Inseparables' Complex at the Apollo Theatre
The Inseparable Complex, a comedy by Simon Diken directed by Vincent Messager, is on at the Apollo Theatre in Paris until September 22, 2026, starring Alexandra Vandernoot and Paul Belmondo. [Read more]
Molière’s Tartuffe or the Hypocrite performed in its original version at La Grande Halle de la Villette
Tartuffe or The Hypocrite by Molière, directed by Ivo Van Hove, will be staged at La Grande Halle de la Villette from May 21 to July 11, 2026. [Read more]
Sherlock Holmes and The Hound of the Baskervilles at the Grand Point Virgule
Sherlock Holmes, The Hound of the Baskervilles, is on at the Grand Point Virgule through June 28, 2026, an investigation that blends the supernatural with rigorous deductive reasoning. [Read more]
The Misanthrope: A Modern Take at Théâtre Antoine
The Misanthrope by Molière, reimagined by Tigran Mekhitarian, will be performed at the Théâtre Antoine from March 18 to May 10, 2026, in a fresh and contemporary adaptation. [Read more]
Le Cid: Corneille’s Tragicomedy Takes Center Stage at the Porte Saint-Martin Theatre
The Cid by Pierre Corneille, directed by Denis Podalydès, will be staged at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin from March 26 to May 17, 2026. [Read more]
Louisa & the Four Daughters March: A Musical Theater Production at Funambule Montmartre
From March 7 to May 10, 2026, the Funambule Montmartre Theatre will unveil the little-known story of Louisa May Alcott, author of Little Women. Through an original production blending theater, song, and live piano, this musical journey explores the life of a fiercely independent woman as captivating as the heroines she created. [Read more]
All that love can do: a powerful drama about childhood cancer at the Funambule Montmartre
Everything that love can do, a play adapted from Chloé Duperrin’s story and directed by Cécile Parichet, will be running at the Funambule Montmartre from March 2 to May 5, 2026. [Read more]
Tout contre la Terre: a story of peasant love at the Comédie de Paris
From January 24, 2026, Tout contre la Terre tells the story of a young peasant couple, between love and struggle, at the Comédie de Paris. [Read more]
They don't deserve your tears: Remembering the Nine at La Pépinière
At La Pépinière Theater, They Don’t Deserve Your Tears tells the story of the Nine from Little Rock, opening on February 20th at 9 p.m., directed by Michel Belletante. [Read more]
Fred Radix's La Claque at La Gaîté Montparnasse: the history of theater claque
Fred Radix brings to his show, La Claque, an interactive piece in which he chooses to revisit the history of the claque (applause) in the theater. A production on the Gaîté Montparnasse bill, running from 21 September 2025 to 23 May 2027. [Read more]
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]
Family Dinner at Café de la Gare in Paris in 2026
Family Dinner, a comedy by Joseph Gallet and Pascal Rocher, remains on the Café de la Gare’s program in Paris in 2026. A tense family gathering around Alexandre’s thirtieth birthday. [Read more]
The Château d’Orgon: A Satirical Comedy at Studio Hébertot
Satirical comedy inspired by Molière, Le Château d’Orgon explores contemporary ideologies at Studio Hébertot, from April 9 to May 31, 2026. [Read more]
The whole family I adore! : a comedy starring Michel Boujenah at the Théâtre des Variétés
At the Théâtre des Variétés, the family I love features Michel Boujenah in a heartfelt family comedy about inheritance. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From August 1, 2026 to August 31, 2026
