Looking for something to do over the Easter weekend in Paris? This long weekend is the perfect opportunity to plan a cultural outing and discover a theatre production in the capital. Between comedies, great classics, contemporary creations and shows led by high-profile actors, the Paris scene offers plenty of options to get out during these few days.
With the Easter Monday holiday, this long weekend also gives you time to book an evening at the theater, or even a matinee depending on the schedule. Whether you're after a comedy, a drama, a crowd-pleaser or a more demanding play, here is our pick of theatre shows to see in Paris during Easter.
My Lucky Day Returns to Théâtre Fontaine in 2026
Mon jour de chance returns to Théâtre Fontaine in Paris from January 2 to June 28, 2026. The comedy by Patrick Haudecœur and Gérald Sibleyras is revived with a new cast. [Read more]
Alexis Michalik's Edmond returns to the Théâtre du Palais Royal: our review
Edmond, Alexis Michalik’s third play, which premiered at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal in 2016, is still on at the Théâtre du Ier arrondissement. After earning more than five Molières, the show returns on 2 October 2026. [Read more]
Napo: Napoleon to run in the 2026 election at the Comédie Bastille
At the Comédie Bastille until June 17, 2026, Napo envisions Napoleon transported to 2026, running for president in a satirical comedy. [Read more]
The Bearer of History at the Petit Montparnasse until August 2026
Alexis Michalik’s Le Porteur d’Histoire has been extended at the Théâtre du Petit Montparnasse in Paris until August 31, 2026. An adventure play that blends mystery, historical storytelling, and a literary treasure hunt. [Read more]
The Dead Poets Society: Revival at Théâtre Antoine
The Dead Poets Society makes its return to Théâtre Antoine with Philippe Torreton as John Keating, attracting over 350,000 spectators, starting February 13, 2026. [Read more]
Coal in the Veins at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal in Paris
Coal in the Veins, a play by Jean-Philippe Daguerre that won five Molières in 2025, is on at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal until 28 June 2026, before a revival at the Théâtre Saint-Georges. [Read more]
Ados - Urbex: Olivier Solivérès' cult comedy at the Grand Point Virgule
“Adolescents - Urban Exploration,” the refreshed take on Olivier Solivérès’s show, is now playing at the Grand Point Virgule until May 31, 2026 — blending laughter and music in an engaging performance. [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]
Part Two: a play by Samuel Benchetrit starring Patrick Bruel at Théâtre Édouard VII
Patrick Bruel is set to return to the stage in a play by Samuel Benchetrit. Also starring Stéphane Freiss and Marine Delterme, "Deuxième partie" opens at the Théâtre Édouard VII in Paris on January 27, 2026. [Read more]
Et Pendant ce Temps Simone Veille! at Comédie Bastille
And Meanwhile, Simone Keeps Watch! is a show tracing the fight for women's rights over the past century, on at the Comédie Bastille from January 10 to July 26, 2026. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From April 4, 2026 to April 6, 2026
