In Paris, theater is a living art form that never ceases to reinvent itself. Every season, certain iconicplays are so successful that they are extended or returned to the stage to the delight of audiences. These long-awaited returns testify to the public's attachment to quality works and engaging stagings.
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From hilarious comedies to moving dramas, extended or return plays offer a second chance to those who may have missed them. They also give regulars the chance to attend re-adapted performances, sometimes with new interpretations or revisited stagings.
Parisian theaters such as Théâtre Hébertot, Théâtre de la Bruyère and Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin welcome back acclaimed plays. Whether a classic masterpiece or a contemporary creation, each show is an invitation to experience unique emotions and rediscover the magic of the stage.
Don't miss this opportunity to be transported by exhilarating productions, where the talent of the artists and the richness of the stories combine to offer memorable evenings. Reserve your tickets now and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Parisian theater!
Le Bourgeois gentilhomme: Jean-Paul Rouve extends his run at the Théâtre Antoine
Jean-Paul Rouve plays Monsieur Jourdain in Le Bourgeois gentilhomme, directed by Jérémie Lippmann. The show has been extended until February 1, 2026, at the Théâtre Antoine. [Read more]
Notre-Dame de Paris: Roland Petit's ballet returns to the Opéra Bastille
The Opéra Bastille welcomes Roland Petit's legendary ballet Notre-Dame de Paris, a major work in the repertoire. Presented from December 6 to 31, 2025, this dance fresco combines dramatic power, neoclassical dance and flamboyant aesthetics. [Read more]
12 Hommes en Colère: the play adapted from Reginald Rose's novel is back - our review
"12 Angry Men," a French adaptation by Francis Lombrail directed by Charles Tordjman, returns to the Théâtre Hébertot starting September 25, 2025. [Read more]
Madagascar: the musical comedy from the cult animated film returns to Paris at the end of the year
Do you miss the crazy animals from the animated film Madagascar? They're back in musical form! A victim of its own success, the comedy returns to the Théâtre du Gymnase from October 18 to January 4 2026. [Read more]
La Vérité: Florian Zeller's cult comedy extended at Théâtre Edourd VII
Florian Zeller's cult play La Vérité is being extended in Paris at the Théâtre Édouard VII from September 23 to December 31, 2025, with an exceptional cast. The comedy has already seduced thousands of spectators in France since 2011, but also around the world, with the play having been performed in over thirty countries. [Read more]
Le Repas des Fauves: the Molière-winning comedy returns to the Théâtre Hébertot - our review
"Le Repas des Fauves", which won three Molières awards in 2011, returns to the Heberto Theatre from December 17, 2025 to January 4, 2026. The comedy is set during the German Occupation in 1942. [Read more]
Fred Radix's La Claque at La Gaîté Montparnasse: the history of theater claque
Fred Radix presents La Claque, an interactive play in which he revisits the history of the claque (applause) in theater. The show runs at the Gaîté Montparnasse from September 21, 2025 to May 26, 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]
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]
Les Producteurs: Alexis Michalik's madcap musical returns to the Théâtre de Paris
The musical comedy Les Producteurs, directed by Alexis Michalik, returns to the Théâtre de Paris on October 1, 2025. This satirical and zany show, crowned with great success, will be accompanied by a new cast for this eagerly awaited revival. [Read more]
La Misérable: Julie Depardieu in a solo performance at Studio Marigny
Discover "La Misérable," a one-woman show by Catherine Privat performed by Julie Depardieu, at Studio Marigny starting October 3, 2025. [Read more]
Stomp at La Cigale: a percussive, electrifying show
A blend of dance, music and humor, Stomp transforms everyday objects into percussion instruments. This explosive cult show returns to La Cigale from December 9, 2025 to January 18, 2026. [Read more]
Black Legends: the musical arrives at La Seine Musicale
Black Legends, the musical comedy celebrating 20th-century black American music, returns to Paris. The show, which has already attracted over 200,000 spectators, is due to be staged at La Seine Musicale on March 20 and 21, 2026. [Read more]
Laurent Gerra gets down to business: his new show arrives at the Folies Bergère
French comedian and imitator Laurent Gerra returns to Parisian theaters with his new show Laurent Gerra se met à table, at the Folies Bergère. From December 29, 2025 to January 4, 2026, Laurent Gerra will be bringing you his latest creation... [Read more]
ADN: the thriller play based on real events extended in Paris - our review
How about seeing a thriller at the theater instead of the cinema this time? ADN, by Caroline Ami and Flavie Péan, is at the Théâtre Michel! A victim of its own success, the play has been extended until the end of December 2025. [Read more]
Maison d'en Face at 13th Art: Léo Walk explores intimacy in motion with La Marche Bleue
After sold-out performances in Paris and on tour, Maison d'en Face returns to the 13th Art from October 8, 2025. Léo Walk and his company La Marche Bleue continue their choreographic exploration of everyday life and human relationships. [Read more]
Angelin Preljocaj's Le Parc returns to the Palais Garnier to celebrate 30 years of an iconic ballet
From February 3 to 25, 2026, the Paris Opera presents Le Parc, a ballet by Angelin Preljocaj. Created in 1994, this contemporary classic blends baroque seduction and modern choreographic language to the music of Mozart. [Read more]
The Turing Machine, the play about Alan Turing, returns to the Théâtre Michel
La machine de Turing (Turing's Machine) will run at the Théâtre Michel from September 25, 2025 to January 3, 2026. Based on the true story of mathematician Alan Turing, the play has been a great success since its presentation at the Festival Off d'Avignon. [Read more]
Mon Premier Cabaret: a festive family show returns to Paradis Latin
Mon Premier Cabaret returns to the Paradis Latin on October 18, 2025. Created by Kamel Ouali, this family show would combine humor, dance and magic in a colorful atmosphere designed for young and old alike. [Read more]
La Fleur au Fusil: solo performance at the Comédie Bastille
Discover "La Fleur au Fusil," a solo performance by Lionel Cecilio directed by Jean-Philippe Daguerre, running at the Comédie Bastille from November 21, 2025, to March 31, 2026. [Read more]
Les Fourberies de Scapin back at the Comédie-Française
Comédie-Française member Denis Podalydès brings his staging of one of Molière's most popular plays, Les Fourberies de Scapin, back to the Salle Richelieu. To be seen from September 20, 2025. [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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