Current and upcoming plays at the Comédie-Française

For more than three centuries, the Comédie-Française has been an essential part of the Paris theater scene. Its repertoire, which blends the greatest classical authors with the most contemporary creations, offers a diversity that appeals to enthusiasts and occasional spectators alike. Every season, the Théâtre du Vieux-Colombier, the Studio-Théâtre and the Salle Richelieu host performances in which the actors' acting and staging choices shed new light on timeless texts.

The Comédie-Française offers a wide range of productions, from the great works of classical French theater - by authors such as Molière, Racine and Corneille - to texts by contemporary authors exploring more topical themes. Directors are committed to revisiting these plays, sometimes opting for daring stagings and innovative sets, sometimes favoring an approach more faithful to the original text. This diversity satisfies a wide range of audiences, from lovers of historical drama and comedy of manners to Greek tragedy revisited.

The Comédie-Française attracts both regular visitors to the Parisian theater and those wishing to discover or rediscover the great classics of the repertory. Each show is brought to life by a troupe of renowned actors, whose precise, committed performances contribute to the prestige of the institution. Thanks to a regularly renewed program, spectators have the opportunity to see or revisit must-see plays, while discovering new scenic proposals that change the perception of great texts.

To attend a performance at the Comédie-Française is to plunge into a universe where the power of words, the beauty of acting and the strength of staging come together to offer a unique experience. It's an ideal opportunity to explore theater in all its richness, whether through works from the repertory or new creations shaping the contemporary scene.

Current and upcoming plays at the Comédie-Française

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]

Shakespeare's Hamlet at the Comédie-Française: Ivo Van Hove confronts the ghosts of power
The Comédie-Française presents Hamlet directed by Ivo Van Hove at the Odéon 6e, from January 21 to March 14, 2026. After Les Damnés, Électre/Oreste and Le Tartuffe ou l'Hypocrite, the Belgian director returns to the Troupe for a new exploration of tragic vertigo. [Read more]

L'École de danse: Goldoni at the Comédie-Française in a set inspired by the Palais Garnier
The Comédie-Française presents L'École de danse by Carlo Goldoni, directed by Clément Hervieu-Léger. To be seen at the Salle Richelieu from November 14, 2025 to January 3, 2026. [Read more]

Special offer: attend a Comédie-Française play for less
The Comédie-Française, a symbol of theatrical excellence, remains accessible. The Comédie-Française is a symbol of theatrical excellence, and there are a number of cost-effective ways to enjoy its shows without spending a fortune. We tell you all about it! [Read more]

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