February in Paris, under the often gray skies, lights up with a thousand lights through the prism of its theaters. The shortest month of the year, but not the least emotional, invites us to discover 10 must-see plays. At a time when "February, the shortest month, is the worst month of all", the Parisian stage becomes a warm refuge, a place of conviviality and exchange, promising enriching evenings.
Let yourself be enveloped by the magic of the theater, where each play is a window onto a world ranging from timeless classics to daring contemporary creations. It's the perfect opportunity to escape, think and feel, far from the winter chill. "Après la pluie, le beau temps", and Parisian theaters in February are proof that culture and art brighten even the darkest days.
Our selection of 10 must-see plays promises moments of sharing and discovery, from laughter to tears, stories that resonate with our times or transport us to other eras and cultures. It's a rendezvous with humanity in all its diversity, complexity and beauty.
February in Paris is an invitation to warm our hearts and minds at the theater, to immerse ourselves in stories that transcend us, unite us and remind us of the importance of art in our lives. The 10 plays to be seen are jewels in the crown of Parisian culture, stars shining in the winter night, guiding art lovers to memorable experiences.
Les Grands Ducs: Patrice Laconte's film adaptation at Théâtre de Passy
Théâtre de Passy hosts an adaptation of Patrice Leconte's cult film Les Grands Ducs. With its chiselled dialogues, comical situations and homage to the world of theater, this stage version promises a delicious blend of humor, nostalgia and emotion. [Read more]
Big Mother: the extended journalistic thriller at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens
Extension alert! Big Mother, the captivating play at Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens, has been extended until June 29, 2025. [Read more]
Gargantua, the play adapted from Rabelais, returns to the Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse
Gargantua, a classic to relive the epicurean work of French literature, returns to the Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse in Paris, from January 6 to March 3, 2025, every Monday at 9pm. [Read more]
Trahisons: Harold Pinter's play at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre
To get the year off to a good start, discover Harold Pinter's play Trahisons at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre. Translated by Olivier Cardot, the play by the British writer features Swann Arlaud, Marc Arnaud and Marie Kauffmann. [Read more]
Intra Muros, Alexis Michalik's play, extended at Théâtre La Pépinière - our review
Since September 2017, Intra Muros, Alexis Michalik's fourth theatrical creation, has been performed at the Théâtre La Pépinière. The play returns to the stage from January 12, 2025. [Read more]
Les Marchands d'Étoiles: the deeply moving play wins a Molière award - our review
The play Les Marchands d'Étoiles, after a triumph in Avignon, is extended in Paris at Le Splendid from January 7 to June 29, 2025. A moving and funny play, awarded at the Molières 2025. [Read more]
Le Cercle des poètes disparus: the award-winning play is extended at Théâtre Antoine - our review
A victim of its own success, Le Cercle des poètes disparus has been extended at the Théâtre Antoine until April 30, 2025. [Read more]
The extraordinary destiny of Sarah Bernhardt: the play extended - our review
L'extraordinaire destinée de Sarah Bernhardt is currently playing at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal and runs until . The play tells the wild story of the French actress, painter and sculptor. [Read more]
Oublie-moi, the play awarded 4 Molières at Théâtre La Bruyère: our review
Oublie moi, a play with a cult following, won 4 Molières awards in 2023. Written by Thierry Lopez and Marie-Julie Baup, the play runs at the Théâtre de la Bruyere from Tuesday to Sunday until July 25, 2025. [Read more]
François Cluzet in his one-man show Encore une journée divine
It's François Cluzet's big return to the stage! After a 25-year absence, the actor returns to the stage in Encore une journée divine, a one-man show based on the novel by Denis Michelis. The play runs at the Théâtre Bouffes Parisiens from January 25 to April 18, 2025. [Read more]
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