In Paris, spring is the ideal time to rediscover the art of theater. Paris' richly varied stages offer shows to suit all tastes, from timeless classics to contemporary creations.
What to see this week in Paris? Plays and shows not to be missed
Plays and shows to see this week in Paris: comedies, dance, humor, magic, cabaret... Our selection of must-see events. [Read more]
Don't have time for dinner before your show or play? Don't worry, many restaurants in Paris close late, allowing you to dine a little later than usual! We've put together a list of the best places to go after a cultural evening. [Read more]
Parisian theaters, renowned for their charm and demanding programming, open their doors to a wide range of audiences. Whether you're a fan of moving dramas, light comedies orimmersive shows, there's always a play for you.
Spring is also the season for outdoor performances, allowing you to savor the pleasure of the theater in unique settings. These events offer a different kind of experience, where the magic of the stage is combined with the magic of nature. To make sure you don't miss a thing, check out the programs in advance and book your seats early. Parisian theaters, popular with locals and tourists alike, often sell out during this season.
Let yourself be seduced by the diversity of Parisian theatrical offerings this spring. Whether it's an evening with family, friends or lovers, the plays on offer are sure to meet your expectations and enhance your spring evenings.
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]
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]
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]
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]
Mon jour de chance: comedy by Patrick Haudecœur and Gérald Sibleyras
Mon jour de chance, the new comedy by Patrick Haudecœur and Gérald Sibleyras, is currently playing at the Théâtre Fontaine. A victim of its own success, it has been extended until May 18, 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]
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]
Lennon and McCartney: the musical play about the Beatles
The play Lennon and McCartney imagines a meeting between the two Beatles in November 1980, on stage on June 10, 2025 in an original musical version. Discover the play at Théâtre La Boussole [Read more]
Vive les Mariés: we tested the immersive dining experience at Tesoro d'Italia - new dates
Discover "Vive les Mariés", the immersive theater experience that combines comedy and upscale dining in a sumptuous setting. Join this culinary and artistic adventure in the heart of Paris's 10th arrondissement, at Le Tesoro d'Italia-Paradis restaurant on weekends for a special dinner on New Year's Eve 2025, and also every Wednesday and Sunday from February 5, 2025. We've tried it, we'll tell you! [Read more]
Le Soulier de Satin: Paul Claudel's play at the Comédie Française, big winner at the Molières
Rediscover Paul Claudel's Le Soulier de Satin at the Comédie-Française, a theatrical fresco combining love, faith and spiritual quest, from December 21 to April 13, 2025. An adaptation lasting around 7 hours, directed by the talented Éric Ruf, winner of no less than five Molières awards. [Read more]
Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme: Molière's comedy returns to the Comédie-Française - our review
A classic returns to the Comédie-Française! Molière's Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme, directed by Valérie Lesort and Christian Hecq, returns to the Salle Richelieu from May 7 to July 20, 2025. [Read more]
Lily & Lily: When reality and fiction collide in the theater
The comedy Lily & Lily, directed by Marie Pascale Osterrieth and starring Michèle Bernier and Francis Perrin, revives the theater of Barillet and Gredy. A play of misunderstandings and illusions to be discovered at the Théâtre de Paris until April 27, 2024. [Read more]
Bérénice: Guy Cassiers revisits Racine at the Comédie-Française
Guy Cassiers takes on Racine's Bérénice for his second staging at the Comédie-Française. A timeless tragedy between classicism and modernity, to be discovered from March 26 to May 11 2025 at the Théâtre du Vieux-Colombier. [Read more]
Le Misanthrope: an incisive exploration of Molière at the Athénée Théâtre
Until March 30, 2025, Georges Lavaudant directs Molière's "Le Misanthrope" at the Athénée Théâtre, a plunge into the contradictions of "true speech" and the power games of love and society. [Read more]
Les Fourberies de Scapin: Molière revisited at the Lucernaire
Scapin, Molière and Italian comedy return to Le Lucernaire for an energetic revival of Les Fourberies de Scapin, directed by Emmanuel Besnault. On view from April 2 to May 25, 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]
L'Hôtel du Libre-Échange: Feydeau's vaudeville on the Paris stage
Do you like comedy? Then you absolutely must discover a play by George Feydeau, known for his many vaudevilles. From May 6 to June 13, 2025, L'Odéon -Théâtre de l'Europe plays L'Hôtel du Libre-Échange, directed by Stanislas Nordey. [Read more]
Les Femmes de Barbe Bleue: the play inspired by the fairy tale at Théâtre de la Belleville
One of the hits of the 2023 Avignon Festival comes to Paris! From March 5 to March 29, discover Les Femmes de Barbe Bleue at the Théâtre de Belleville. On stage, the ghosts of Bluebeard's wives tell their stories... [Read more]
The Worst First Date in History: when everything goes wrong at the Café de la Gare
A comedy by Jérémy Manesse, directed by Ludivine De Chastenet, with Odile Huleux, Jérémy Manesse, Florent Aumaitre and Laure Haulet, at the Café de la Gare from Monday to Sunday, every other week, until June 28, 2025. [Read more]
The Three Musketeers: The cloak-and-dagger epic returns to the stage
After an initial success, Les Trois Mousquetaires returns to the Théâtre Montparnasse until April 27. A lively, fast-paced adaptation of Alexandre Dumas's classic. [Read more]
General medicine: an existential fable by Olivier Cadiot
Olivier Cadiot offers a playful and political reflection on "living together" in Médecine générale, a show brought to life by an exceptional trio, to be discovered at the Théâtre des Abbesses. [Read more]
The art of not saying: when power plays with words at 13th Art
With L'art de ne pas dire, Clément Viktorovitch takes the stage at 13e Art until April 28, 2025, for a political fiction about the language of power. [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]
Cyrano de Bergerac: Edmond Rostand's play starring Édouard Baer extended - our review
It's impossible to miss a classic like Cyrano de Bergerac! Edmond Rostand's cult play, directed by Anne Kessler, runs at the Théâtre Antoine until June 29. Cyrano will be played by none other than actor and comedian Édouard Baer. [Read more]
Les Gratitudes: the moving play starring Catherine Hiegel at the Théâtre du Petit Saint-Martin
If you haven't had the chance to see Les Gratitudes in theaters, the play returns to the Théâtre du Petit Saint-Martin from March 5 to April 27, 2025. The play stars Catherine Hiegel and Laure Blatter in a moving story, adapted from the novel by Delphine de Vigan. [Read more]
L'Amante anglaise (The English Lover): Marguerite Duras's disturbing huis clos (behind closed doors)
Marguerite Duras explores the mystery of a crime in L'Amante anglaise, performed by a trio of actors led by Émilie Charriot. On view from March 21 to April 13 at the Théâtre National de l'Odéon in the 17th arrondissement's Grande Salle Berthier. [Read more]
Mémoires d'Hadrien at the Théâtre de Poche-Montparnasse: a plunge into the soul of an emperor
Jean-Paul Bordes plays Emperor Hadrian in this adaptation of Marguerite Yourcenar's novel. An intimate, philosophical meditation on power, art and memory, to be seen at Théâtre de Poche-Montparnasse until May 18, 2025. [Read more]
Les Messagères: Antigone reincarnated by nine young Afghan women
From April 4 to 13, 2025, Les Messagères brings together nine Afghan actresses to perform Antigone, directed by Jean Bellorini. [Read more]
The Innocents: a play about Russian revolutionary terrorism
Director Marina Taasheva presents Les Innocents, a play inspired by Russian texts from the early 20th century, at the Théâtre de l'Épée de Bois. A play to discover from April 10 to 27, 2025. [Read more]
Valentina: A contemporary tale of heartbeat and language in the theater
With Valentina, Caroline Guiela Nguyen offers a creation that's part storytelling, part documentary theater, centered on a little girl who becomes an interpreter for her ailing mother. The show runs from June 2 to 15, 2025 at Théâtre de la Ville - Les Abbesses. [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]
Alba et Sadaf: a creation by comedian Kheiron about the destiny of two women
Comedian and actor Kheiron unveils his first play, Alba et Sadaf, an intriguing and daring creation. Now playing at the Théâtre des Mathurins, the play tells the true stories of two women living on two different continents. [Read more]
Tu voulais un coup de foudre? a committed comedy at the Théâtre du Marais
Between humor and commitment, Tu voulais un coup de foudre? questions clichés about love and equality. A feminist and modern work to discover at the Théâtre du Marais. [Read more]
Flowers for Algernon: a moving journey between intelligence and humanity
A moving and fascinating monologue on the unexpected consequences of scientific advances, to be discovered from March 12 to May 4 at the Théâtre du Petit Saint-Martin. [Read more]
Candide ou l'Optimisme: Voltaire's play at Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse
Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse presents an adaptation of Voltaire's famous tale Candide ou l'Optimisme until March 30, 2025. Part social satire, part reflection on the human condition, this play brings to light a timeless tale combining humor, adventure and criticism of utopia. [Read more]
Leviathan: an immersive dive into the wheels of justice
Lorraine de Sagazan and Guillaume Poix take on the criminal justice system and immediate appearance in Léviathan, to be performed from May 2 to 23, 2025 at Théâtre de l'Odéon - Berthier 17. [Read more]
La Tendresse: an exploration of masculinity at the Théâtre des Bouffes Parisiens
A plunge into the construction of masculinity with La Tendresse, directed by Julie Berès, to be discovered from April 25 to July 20, 2025 at the Théâtre des Bouffes Parisiens. [Read more]
Le Funambule: Jean Genet between poetry and vertigo at Théâtre de la Ville
Jean Genet's Le Funambule staged with Philippe Torreton, a show combining poetry, theater and acrobatics, from March 1 to 20 at Théâtre de la Ville. [Read more]
On m'a trouvé grandie: magic and mystery at La Grande halle de la Villette
A fascinating show from the 14:20 company, combining new magic and history, to be discovered from March 26 to 29 at the Grande halle de la Villette. [Read more]
Sortez-moi de là: explosive comedy at Théâtre Le Mélo D'Amélie
From February 28 to April 26, 2025, Sortez-moi de là takes audiences on a wild ride through friendship and secrets revealed at a bachelorette party. [Read more]
Je serai toujours là pour te tuer: a nugget of black humor at La Folie Théâtre
Following its success at the Avignon Festival, Sophie Tonneau's Je serai toujours là pour te tuer (I'll still be there to kill you) runs at La Folie Théâtre until April 6, 2025. A jubilant black comedy about an unexpected pact. [Read more]
Bérénice: Isabelle Huppert under the direction of Romeo Castellucci
Romeo Castellucci revisits "Bérénice" with Isabelle Huppert, a free adaptation of Racine to be discovered from June 20 to July 6, 2025 at Théâtre de la Ville - Sarah Bernhardt. [Read more]
The Price of Ascension: a political comedy about ambition and power
A political ascent that promises to be as funny as it is cruel: "Le Prix de l'Ascension" traces the career of two ambitious enarques. To be seen at the Théâtre de la Contrescarpe until March 30, 2025. [Read more]
An urban version of Molière's Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme in Paris
Molière's Bourgeois Gentilhomme revisited in a contemporary staging, to be discovered at La Scène Parisienne until May 15, 2025. [Read more]
Les Mystères de Paris: a musical adapted from Eugène Sue's novel
Immerse yourself in the Parisian underworld of 1850 with "Les Mystères de Paris", a captivating musical comedy where intrigue and destiny intersect, at the Théâtre de la Huchette until May 24, 2025. [Read more]
Déconnectés at Théâtre de la Boussole: a comedy about our addiction to screens
Théâtre de la Boussole continues "Déconnectés" until June 29, a fast-paced comedy in which four characters must survive an evening without telephones. It promises to be an explosive experience. [Read more]
Building at the Scène Parisienne: a satirical plunge into the corporate world
Léonore Confino's play Building runs at Scène Parisienne from May 21 to June 15, 2025. A gritty comedy about the corporate world and its absurdities. [Read more]
Anna Karenina at Nanterre-Amandiers: a social trial on stage
Anna Karenina plays at the Théâtre Nanterre-Amandiers from May 7 to 10, 2025, directed by Carme Portaceli, who offers a feminist reinterpretation of Tolstoy's novel. [Read more]
Le Malade Imaginaire: an urban version of Molière's play at the Théâtre de la Concorde
The play Le Malade Imaginaire is presented at the Théâtre de la Concorde from May 9 to 22, 2025 in a contemporary version directed by Tigran Mekhitarian, combining rap, dance and social satire. [Read more]
Les Bijoux de pacotille: an intimate play at the Théâtre de la Bastille
The play Les Bijoux de pacotille is presented at the Théâtre de la Bastille from April 28 to May 17, 2025, directed by Pauline Bureau and starring Céline Milliat-Baumgartner. [Read more]
Un an avant 92 - Chronicle of a lie: a play about collective memory at the Manufacture des Abbesses
La Manufacture des Abbesses presents Un an avant 92 - Chronique d'un mensonge, a sensitive fiction performed from April 24 to June 1, 2025. In a small northern town, cash floats disappear, leaving invisible but lasting traces... [Read more]
L'Exception et la Règle: Brecht's play about justice at La Cartoucherie
The Jolie Môme company presents Brecht's L'Exception et la Règle at the Théâtre de l'Épée de Bois, May 2-17, 2025, a fable about justice and power. [Read more]
Belles de Scène at the Théâtre des Gémeaux Parisiens: women's emancipation on stage
At the Théâtre des Gémeaux in Paris, Belles de Scène invites you to discover the little-known story of the first women to defy the ban on acting in the theater. The show runs until April 30, 2025. [Read more]
The Thinker at the Lucernaire: Rodin sculpts his memory on stage
Le Penseur plunges spectators into the intimacy of Auguste Rodin, between confidences, sketches and live modeling. The show runs at Le Lucernaire from May 28 to July 27, 2025, Wednesday to Sunday. [Read more]
Chekhov à la folie: two wry farces at the Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse
Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse presents two short plays by Anton Chekhov in a single show, directed by Jean-Louis Benoît. La Demande en mariage and L'Ours offer a burlesque and furiously human look at the most unreasonable passions. [Read more]
Les Misérables: Victor Hugo revisited by Madame Thénardier
The Théâtre de l'Épée de Bois hosts a tight but ambitious adaptation of the novel Les Misérables, brought to life by the ironic perspective of Madame Thénardier. The show runs from May 22 to June 8, 2025, and offers a lively, contemporary retelling of Victor Hugo's masterpiece. [Read more]
The Corneille - Molière Affair: historical and theatrical investigation at the Comédie Bastille
L'Affaire Corneille - Molière combines investigation, satire and time travel to examine one of France's greatest literary enigmas. An original show to be seen at the Comédie Bastille this autumn. [Read more]
Mes Copains d'abord: the humorous comedy extended at the Grand Point Virgule in Paris
Mes Copains d'abord (My Friends First) is a comedy show scheduled to run at the Grand Point Virgule in Paris from January 11, 2025. A comedy that promises plenty of laughs and food for thought! [Read more]
Et Pendant ce Temps Simone Veille! at Comédie Bastille
Meanwhile, Simone veille! a show retracing the struggle for women's rights over the last century, runs at the Comédie Bastille until August 31, 2025. [Read more]
Sentinelles: a play that illuminates the link between art and friendship at Théâtre Paris-Villette
A moving journey through art and friendship, "Sentinelles" unveils its mysteries at the Théâtre Paris-Villette in Paris from June 11 to 21, 2025. [Read more]
Chaos, the improvised comedy extended at the Studio des Champs-Élysées
Chaos is the latest creation from the Compagnie d'Improvisation Eux returns to the Studio des Champs-Elysées until April 29, 2025. Following the success of Bio, the Compagnie is offering new dates for its latest improvised show. [Read more]
Les Liaisons Dangereuses: the novel adapted at the Comédie des Champs-Élysées - our review
Les liaisons dangereuses, the epistolary novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, has been adapted for the stage in Paris! Until April 27, 2025, the play is playing at La Comédie des Champs-Élysées. Would you like to see a major work of French literature in theaters? [Read more]
L'Injuste: the thriller at the Théâtre de la Renaissance - our review
Fans of suspenseful thrillers? The Théâtre de la Renaissance has a new play for you! Running until June 8, 2025, L'Injuste stars Jacques Weber and Elodie Navarre in a 1993 encounter between a high-ranking Nazi dignitary and a journalist from an Israeli daily. Here's our review. [Read more]
Le Journal: political tensions and personal drama in the theater - extended
Attention thriller fans! Le Journal, a breathtaking play exploring the explosive tensions between politics and the press. Now playing at the Théâtre de Paris, the play, directed by Anne Bouvier, has been extended until June 1, 2025. [Read more]
Guten tag, Madame Merkel: the one-woman show about Angela Merkel extended
Prolonged due to its success, the one-woman show Guten tag, Madame Merkel is a satire on the life of Angela Merkel. The play runs at La Pépinière Théâtre from January 12 to April 27, 2025. [Read more]
The Seagull renamed A Seagull: Chekhov's famous play at the Comédie-Française
The Comédie-Française presents A Seagull, a modern adaptation of Chekhov's classic. Running at the Salle Richelieu from April 11 to July 23, 2025, tickets will go on sale soon. [Read more]
Golem: a contemporary parable by Amos Gitaï at Théâtre de la Colline
From March 4 to April 3, 2025, Amos Gitaï presents Golem at the Théâtre de la Colline, a contemporary retelling of the Kabbalistic myth. [Read more]
Les Fausses Confidences: Alain Françon revisits Marivaux at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin
Alain Françon takes on Marivaux's Les Fausses Confidences in a pared-down staging that focuses on the characters' desire and freedom. To be seen from April 16 to May 25 2025 at Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin. [Read more]
T'embrasser sur le miel: Khalil Cherti adapts his short film at Théâtre de la Colline
T'embrasser sur le miel plays at the Théâtre de la Colline from March 5 to April 5, 2025. Khalil Cherti stages a theatrical correspondence between two young Syrians, between war and imagination. [Read more]
The Barber of Seville at the Lucernaire: an escape full of tricks and music
A Beaumarchais classic revisited by Compagnie des Modits, combining comedy and music, to be discovered until March 30 at Théâtre Lucernaire. [Read more]
Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme at the Lucernaire: a daring, madcap version
A colorful retelling of Molière's classic, combining theater, song and dance, to be discovered from February 12 to May 18, 2025 at Le Lucernaire. [Read more]
Coloratura: Florence Foster Jenkins, the unforgettable soprano
With Colorature, Stephen Temperley plunges us into the funny and touching story of Florence Foster Jenkins, the soprano who sang out of tune, through the eyes of her faithful accompanist. To be seen at Théâtre de la Bruyère until April 27, 2025. [Read more]
Scarlett O'Hara: Vivien Leigh confides in the Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse
Until May 4, 2025, Caroline Silhol plays Vivien Leigh in "Scarlett O'Hara", a show inspired by the British actress' last press conference. A gripping portrait of a tormented star. [Read more]
Journée de noces chez les Cromagnons: a wedding under the bombs at Théâtre de la Colline
A Lebanese family prepares for a wedding in the midst of chaos in "Journée de noces chez les Cromagnons", directed by Wajdi Mouawad from April 29 to June 22, 2025 at the Théâtre de la Colline. [Read more]
A poetic and universal odyssey of exile at Le Funambule Montmartre
Winner of the Nouvel Acte 2024 festival, this show promises to explore with humor and tenderness the exile of a young girl in search of her father, carried by an international cast. On view at Funambule Montmartre until April 27. [Read more]
Théâtrales de Barbizon 2025: A new festival to celebrate theater
A wind of culture blows through Barbizon with the first edition of the Théâtrales de Barbizon festival, offering three days of shows from April 4 to 6, 2025 at the Espace Culturel Marc Jacquet. [Read more]
Amis pour la vie: an evening with friends turns into chaos at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre
From April 17 to June 29, 2025, Bertrand Marcos presents "Amis pour la vie" (Friends for Life) at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre, a comedy exploring friendships and buried secrets, performed by a quartet of actors. [Read more]
Les Pieds sur Terre: a social thriller between moral dilemma and family bond to be discovered at the theater
The social thriller Les Pieds sur Terre will be presented at the Théâtre de Belleville from April 2 to 30, 2025, in a collective production by Cie Hercub'. [Read more]
Le Grand Air de Figaro: a lyrical play at Guichet Montparnasse
The play Le Grand Air de Figaro is presented at the Théâtre du Guichet Montparnasse with Fabrice Chikhaoui, combining classical text and lyrical performance under the direction of Médéric Ory. [Read more]
Le Rêve et la plainte: a quirky historical comedy at the Théâtre de la Tempête
Le Rêve et la plainte runs May 2-25, 2025 at the Théâtre de la Tempête. An improbable picnic between Marie-Antoinette and her entourage in an Ancien Régime boudoir! [Read more]
Histoire d'un Cid: Jean Bellorini boldly revisits Corneille at Théâtre Nanterre-Amandiers
Histoire d'un Cid would offer a joyful, inventive rereading of Corneille's masterpiece at the Théâtre Nanterre-Amandiers from May 15 to June 15, 2025. Jean Bellorini would take up Le Cid for a creation blending poetry, humor and flashes of childhood. [Read more]
Soleil: a theatrical tour based on Raymond Carver at Théâtre de la Tempête
Théâtre de la Tempête welcomes Soleil, an immersive creation by Armel Roussel. Inspired by Raymond Carver, this journey can be discovered from June 6 to 22, 2025. [Read more]
Couples, etc. a play that plunges you into the twists and turns of love at the Théâtre de l'Épée de Bois
The Théâtre de l'Épée de Bois presents Couples, etc., a contemporary creation by Susana Lastreto, from May 2 to 25, 2025. The play plunges you into the intimacy of relationships. [Read more]
La Grue: a breathtaking legal thriller at Funambule Montmartre
Le Funambule Montmartre presents La Grue, a gripping legal thriller by Thierry Pochet. Suitable for ages 15 and up, this play explores the relationship between men and women. [Read more]
Les Bonnes at Théâtre 14: a whimsical and disturbing in camera performance as part of the Genet Festival
Jean Genet's play Les Bonnes is to be rediscovered at Théâtre 14 as part of the Festival Genet. From May 6 to 24, 2025, the cult text will resonate in an intense staging by Mathieu Touzé. [Read more]
Les Vies authentiques de Phinéas Gage at the Théâtre du Rond-Point
From May 15 to 25, 2025, the Théâtre du Rond-Point will host a production freely inspired by the real-life fate of Phinéas Gage, a little-known figure in 19th-century America. Between biography and poetic fiction, this show explores the upheavals of identity as it is tested by the body and society. [Read more]
Gisèle Halimi, a fierce freedom: a moving theatrical tribute at La Scala Paris
With Une farouche liberté, the La Scala Paris theater will highlight the life and struggles of Gisèle Halimi, a major figure in feminism and justice. From May 14 to 31, 2025, Marie-Christine Barrault and Hinda Abdelaoui will embody her words of struggle and emancipation on stage. [Read more]
Yvelines Théâtre 2025: free shows in 78
Yvelines Théâtre 2025, an initiative of the Conseil départemental, offers 36 free shows from May 23 to July 4, 2025 in as many communes of the Yvelines. A touring theatrical season showcasing local companies and inviting all audiences to come and discover. [Read more]
Alexis Michalik's Le Porteur d'Histoire continues at Théâtre du Petit Montparnasse
Alexis Michalik's first play, Le Porteur d'Histoire will run at the Théâtre du Petit Montparnasse until August 25, 2025, after years at the Théâtre des Béliers. [Read more]
An Irish Story: back at La Scala Paris
An Irish Story returns to La Scala Paris from April 2 to June 23, 2025, a play by Kelly Rivière that takes us into the mysteries of her family. [Read more]
Paroles Citoyennes 2025 theater festival: dates and program
The Paroles Citoyennes live performance festival returns for its 8th edition, from March 18 to May 12, 2025, in four Parisian theaters. The program features plays exploring the theme of "wars and identities". [Read more]
Les Gros Patinent Bien return to La Pépinière Théâtre: an award-winning cartoon Odyssey
Immerse yourself in the world of Les Gros Patinent Bien, named Best Public Theater Show at the Molières 2022 awards. Playing at La Pépinière Théâtre, the show opens on May 23, 2025. [Read more]
Smile: the black-and-white play inspired by Charlie Chaplin at Théâtre de l'Œuvre
Smile, a play inspired by Charlie Chaplin, is the first play in France to be produced entirely in black and white. The play moves from the Théâtre de l'Atelier to the Théâtre de l'Œuvre, from June 5 to June 29, 2025. [Read more]
A brilliant idea: the 2-Molière comedy at the Théâtre des Variétés
Une idée géniale is Sébastien Castro's not-to-be-missed comedy at the Théâtre des Variétés, until April 27, 2025. A comic play featuring ... three look-alikes! [Read more]
C'est Décidé, Je Deviens Une Connasse! at the Comédie Oberkampf in Paris
Discover C'est Décidé, Je Deviens Une Connasse !, a hilarious show at the Comédie Oberkampf in Paris until [date]. [Read more]
L'os à moelle: the comedy based on Pierre Dac's famous diary returns
The comedy L'os à moelle returns to the Artistic Théâtre from May 12 to 28, 2025. A comedy about comedian Pierre Dac, the story centers on the weekly newspaper "L'os à moelle", which he founded in 1938, at the dawn of the Second World War. [Read more]
Macbeth: Shakespeare's famous tragedy at the Comédie-Française
Silvia Costa's Macbeth, created in March 2024, returns to the Comédie-Francaise. In the legendary Salle Richelieu, the tragedy adapted from Shakespeare's text can be seen from January 24 to May 11, 2025. [Read more]
Corneille's Le Menteur, Marion Bierry's successful adaptation at the Théâtre de Poche
Corneille's "Le Menteur" returns to the Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse from April 18 to June 28, 2024, following the success of the previous season. Marion Bierry's critically acclaimed adaptation and staging promise a Corneille classic like you've never seen before. [Read more]
La prochaine fois que tu mordras la poussière: Vassili Scneider wins the 2025 Molières award
Panayotis Pascot's first book, La prochaine fois tu mordras la poussière (The Next Time You Bite the Dust), published in 2023, comes to the theater with Vassili Schneider, winner of the male revelation at the Molières 2025. Adapted and directed by Paul Pascot, the play runs from May 28 to 31, 2025 at the Théâtre Antoine. [Read more]
Le secret des secrets: Benoit Soles' play based on a true story
After the success of La Machine de Turing and La Maison du Loup, author and actor Benoit Solès unveils his latest creation. But you'll have to wait a little longer to discover it, as the play opens at the Théâtre Rive Gauche on January 22, 2025. [Read more]
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