What could be better than clearing your head after a busy day at work? Paris and the surrounding region offer a wide range of options for doing just that, including a huge selection of plays and shows. We know it can be hard to decide which new creation to go and see, which is why we've come up with some show reviews for you!
Our reviews, written by members of the editorial team after attending a performance in Paris or the Ile-de-France region, will help you choose the week's best releases. We try to be as precise as possible, without spoiling the show or play, so you know what to expect.
The sheer number of shows and plays on offer in Paris and the Ile-de-France region can make the choice difficult. Comedy, classical or contemporary theater, dance, magic or comedy, we offer reviews of a wide variety of shows. Take advantage of the sunny weather to discover new creations and, if you feel like it, continue your long summer evening in a restaurant or stroll through the lively city.
Whether you're a regular on the Parisian scene, or just curious, our reviews are here to guide you!
Les Misérables: the musical at the Théâtre du Châtelet - our review
Discover the new French production of Les Misérables at the Théâtre du Châtelet from November 22 to December 31, 2024. This timeless musical has reached 130 million spectators. [Read more]
Ring - variations de couple: the autumn play about love
Following its triumph at the Festival d'Avignon 2024, the play Ring, variations du couple, arrives in Paris at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre from September 3, 2024 to January 18, 2025. [Read more]
The Lion King: the cult musical at the Théâtre Mogador - our review
Hakuna Matata! The Lion King musical has returned to the Théâtre Mogador in Paris, more than 10 years after its last performance there. The show has already been extended for a fourth season, and is currently playing in Paris. [Read more]
Manu Payet and his one-man show Emmanuel 2 - Our review
French actor and comedian Manu Payet returns to the Théâtre de La Madeleine from November 21 to December 28, 2024. The comedian will then continue touring the rest of France with his Emmanuel 2 show. [Read more]
La Haine: new dates for the musical adaptation of the film at La Seine Musicale
A hit! The musical La Haine, based on Mathieu Kassovitz's cult film, has announced new dates at La Seine Musicale. The show has been extended from December 4 to January 5, 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]
Edmond by Alexis Michalik at the Théâtre du Palais Royal: our review
Edmond, Alexis Michalik's third play, premiered at the Théâtre du Palais Royal in 2016, is still running at the Théâtre du Ier Arrondissement. After more than 5 Molières awards, the play has been extended until March 30, 2025. [Read more]
La scène Barbès, the New York-style comedy club
The Barbès stage is the place to be in Paris's 18th arrondissement. The comedy club offers 3 different sets featuring established comedians, potential future stand-up stars and even first-time performers. [Read more]
Le Fridge Comedy Club by Kev Adams: a stand-up stage with bar and restaurant in Paris, our opinion
In the heart of Paris's 2nd arrondissement, the Fridge is a Comedy Club created by comedian Kev Adams, featuring a stand-up stage on which today's and tomorrow's talents share the stage, while offering the public a bar with creative cocktails and a restaurant. [Read more]
Oublie-moi, the 4-Moliere-winning play continues 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 is still running at the Théâtre de la Bruyere from Tuesday to Saturday until December 29, 2024. [Read more]
Le Cercle des poètes disparus: the award-winning play is extended at Théâtre Antoine - our review
Le Cercle des poètes disparus runs at Théâtre Libre until December 31, 2024, then returns to Théâtre Antoine from January 4, 2025! [Read more]
Les Marchands d'Étoiles: the deeply moving play at Le Splendid
The play Les Marchands d'Étoiles, after a triumph in Avignon, arrives in Paris at Le Splendid until January 5, 2025. A moving and funny play about the Second World War. [Read more]
Le Suicidé: La Comédie-Française's wacky comedy - our review
Le Suicidé is La Comédie Française's new production, on view from October 11 to February 2, 2025. Contrary to appearances, this new play is a slapstick comedy, denouncing society's postures. Here's our review. [Read more]
The Nutcracker, Ballet and Orchestra, on tour and in Paris in 2025 - our review
The Palais des Congrès in Paris is opening its doors to the masterpiece "The Nutcracker". Join us from January 7 to 12, 2025 to (re)discover this great classic with ballet and orchestra, set to Tchaikovsky's sublime music. [Read more]
