Paris is brimming with captivating plays, reflecting the vitality and diversity of its cultural landscape. From classics of the French repertoire to contemporary creations, Parisian theaters offer a varied program accessible to all audiences.
Lovers of drama will be seduced by the profound interpretations and innovative stagings of the great tragedies, while comedy aficionados will delight in light-hearted shows full of wit and humor. Contemporary theater in Paris also offers a window onto current themes, with plays that question society, humanity and its dilemmas.
Attending a play in Paris is also an opportunity to explore venues steeped in history and character, from small intimate halls to grand national theaters, where every space contributes to the spectator's unique experience.
Theater in Paris is a vibrant blend of tradition and innovation, offering experiences rich in emotion and reflection. It's an invitation to plunge into the heart of artistic expression, in a city where the art of the stage continues to fascinate and inspire.
The Nutcracker or the Kingdom of the Night: a fantastic Christmas at the Théâtre du Vieux-Colombier
A mysterious automaton, a strange and lilting universe: The Nutcracker or the Kingdom of the Night revisits Hoffmann's tale at the Comédie-Française from November 27, 2025 to January 4, 2026. [Read more]
Menopause, the comedy that breaks the rules, returns to Paris
Menopause, the comedy that breaks the rules, has been extended at the Grand Point Virgule theater until January 4, 2026. Co-written and directed by Alex Goude, this comedy tackles menopause with humor and without taboos. [Read more]
The Loop: the play awarded the Molière for Best Extended Comedy at Théâtre Montparnasse
Following the success of No Limit, Robin Goupil presents his latest creation: The Loop. The play, currently playing at the Théâtre des Béliers, has just been awarded the Molière for best comedy, and is now extended at the Théâtre Montparnasse from September 2 to December 21, 2025. [Read more]
Le Misanthrope returns to the Comédie-Française, directed by Clément Hervieu-Léger
From October 3, 2025 to January 3, 2026, the Comédie-Française revives Le Misanthrope, directed by Clément Hervieu-Léger. A faithful contemporary reading of Molière's masterpiece, performed at the Salle Richelieu. [Read more]
Ados - Urbex: Olivier Solivérès' cult comedy at the Grand Point Virgule
"Ados - Urbex," the new version of Olivier Solivérès' show, can be seen at the Grand Point Virgule until January 4, 2026, offering laughter and music. [Read more]
Le Cercle des Poètes disparus at Théâtre Libre
Sponsored - After more than a year and a half of triumph on stage in Paris and on tour throughout France, the theatrical phenomenon Le Cercle des Poètes disparus returns from September 10 to Théâtre Libre. Get your tickets now! [Read more]
Témoin de mariage: Jean-Luc Lemoine's explosive comedy
Looking for a good laugh? Jean-Luc Lemoine's explosive new comedy has just that. Since November 2, 2024, the Petit Théâtre des Variétés has been hosting the play Témoin de Mariage from Thursday to Saturday at 8 p.m. and on Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. [Read more]
Le Père Noël est une ordure returns to the Théâtre du Gymnase
Le Splendid's cult play, the inspiration for the iconic film, returns to the stage from October 5, 2025 to January 10, 2026. A gritty, hilarious comedy to be discovered at the Théâtre du Gymnase. [Read more]
Le Professeur, the play inspired by Samuel Paty by Carole Bouquet at La Scala Paris
In the Professor's play, Carole Bouquet alone plays all the characters in this contemporary tragedy about Samuel Paty at La Scala Paris in the 10th arrondissement. On view from October 9 to December 14, 2025. [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]
Kessel, la liberté à tout prix comes to Théâtre Actuel La Bruyère
Kessel, la liberté à tout prix, a one-man show starring Franck Desmedt, runs at Théâtre Actuel La Bruyère from September 8, 2025 to December 29, 2025. The play is a portrait of the great reporter and writer Joseph Kessel. [Read more]
VA AIMER ! Eva Rami's award-winning one-woman show returns to La Pépinière
VA AIMER! returns to Paris at Théâtre La Pépinière from October 13 to December 22, 2025. Eva Rami won the Molière for Best Single Act at the Molière 2024 awards. [Read more]
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