Christmas 2023, the perfect time to celebrate magic, sharing and, why not, offer a moment of cultural escape. Paris, the City of Light, is renowned for its cultural effervescence, and the 2024 season promises to be exceptional. If you're looking for the perfect gift, we've got just the thing.
Live performance has been one of the industries hardest hit by the health crisis, but despite the challenges, artists and production teams are back in force, ready to captivate their audiences. Offering tickets to a show is not only offering an experience, but also supporting an industry that needs all our love.
2024 will see a plethora of events. From musicals and plays to solo performances and comedy, there's something for everyone. And if you've got a film buff in your life, ciné-concerts offer a unique fusion of cinema and live music.
It's important to stress that this list is far from exhaustive. The Paris cultural season is vast and diverse. Every day brings its share of news, announcements and surprises. But for now, here's a selection that's sure to delight whoever unwraps your present on the morning of December 25th.
But why choose a show as a Christmas present? Because it's not just an object. It's an experience. An ephemeral moment, but one that will be remembered forever. In an age where everything is instantaneous, offering a moment to live is perhaps the most precious gift.
What's more, by choosing this type of gift, you're supporting culture. An industry that, despite the challenges it faces, has persisted, innovated and continues to delight its audiences. It's not just about buying a ticket, it's about participating in the rebirth of a vibrant artistic world.
Before making your choice, we recommend that you consult the various cultural websites and magazines to keep abreast of the latest announcements. The 2024 cultural season is still young, and there are many gems waiting to be discovered.
In conclusion, if you want to offer something unique, memorable and meaningful for Christmas 2023, a ticket to one of the many Parisian shows of 2024 could be the answer. Offer a moment, an emotion, an escape. Give art.
Poiret et Serrault - Extracts, extra, the hilarious play about the 20th-century comedy duo
Poiret et Serrault - Extrats, extra stars François Berléand and Nicolas Briançon in a zany play about the world of Poiret and Serrault. The play runs at the Théâtre du Petit Montparnasse until June 2, 2024. [Read more]
La Guerre des sexes, the cult comedy at Théâtre des Enfants du paradis
La Guerre des sexes is a play that has already seduced over 800,000 spectators. Running at the Théâtre des Enfants du paradis until June 23, 2024, the play tells the story of a modern couple's difficulties and their attempts to recapture the excitement of the first day. [Read more]
Vole, Eddie, vole, the play about Eddie the Eagle at Théâtre Montparnasse
Vole, Eddie, vole! opens at Théâtre Montparnasse on September 18, 2024. The play tells the true story of the incredible flight of skier Michael Edwards, nicknamed Eddie the Eagle, to the Olympic Games. [Read more]
4211 Km, the revival of the deeply moving play that won a Molières 2024 award
A family's journey above all, 4211 Km is the distance separating two countries and two destinies. A captivating play that traces a poignant journey of exile and freedom, back on stage at the Théâtre Marigny in Paris, from September 12 to November 3, 2024. [Read more]
Fred Radix's La Claque at La Gaîté Montparnasse, the story of the extended theater claque
In the new year, Fred Radix is once again presenting his show "La Claque", an interactive play in which he has chosen to revisit the history of the claque (applause) in theater. The show runs at the Gaîté Montparnasse until June 25, 2024, then returns to the theater from September 15 to January 28, 2025. [Read more]
"How to become a Parisian in one hour?" Olivier Giraud's show at the Théâtre des Nouveautés - promo
"How to become a Parisian in one hour?" Olivier Giraud explains with offbeat humor at the Théâtre des Nouveautés. This funny show, 100% in English, is ideal for tourists discovering Paris as well as for Parisians ready for self-deprecation! [Read more]
La Ferme Comedy: the new stand-up show where you can win a couscous!
Sponsored - Every Thursday, La Ferme Comedy Club welcomes you to its restaurant for unique evenings! Every week, you'll find established talents and rising stars of stand-up comedy in a place where "you do everything but shut your mouth". [Read more]
Sebastopol Comedy Club stand-up evenings in a private cinema!
Sponsored - How about an unusual stand-up evening in a cinema? The Sebastopol Comedy Club sells out with a simple, effective formula in a magnificent setting in Chatelet! Every weekend, it's a festival of established artists performing in a hushed, small-capacity atmosphere, with free participation, so reserve your place! [Read more]
Paris Comedy Festival, we were at the Gad and Friends party, we tell you all about it
The FUP, Festival de l'Humour de Paris, takes place from May 13 to May 25 at the Théâtre Bobino in the 14th arrondissement of Paris. We attended the first evening of the festival, and it was hilarious! [Read more]
Blandine Lehout with her show "La vie de ta mère" at the Théâtre du Gymnase
Blandine Lehout takes to the stage at the Théâtre du Gymnase from September 27, 2024, Thursday to Saturday at 7.30pm. The comedian presents her one-woman show, "La vie de ta mère", which promises to be decompressive and full of self-mockery. [Read more]
Wine Woman Show, stand-up evening and conference at the Musée du Vin
Wine Woman Show will take place on June 7 from 7pm at the Musée du Vin. The evening will be divided into two parts: first, a stand-up performance by Bérénice B., followed by a "theatrical" talk on wine and grape varieties. [Read more]
Deliberate, the show by lawyer Alex Janere
Dé-libéré runs at the Funambule Montmartre until June 4, 2024. The one-man show features a fifty-year-old lawyer who has always dreamed of being on stage: Alex Jenere. [Read more]
The Pride Comedy show, a unique evening at the Théâtre de la Tour-Eiffel
The Pride Comedy Show returns for its 2nd edition on May 14, 2024 at the Théâtre de la Tour-Eiffel. An evening celebrating love and humor. [Read more]
Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain 2024, photos
The Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain returns from January 25 to 28, 2024, to the Pelouse de Reuilly in Paris, in the Cirque Phénix big top. The competition for the world's young circus talents returns for a 43ᵉ talent-packed edition. Check out the images from the first part. [Read more]
Cabaret de l'Exil - Persian Women, the equestrian show by Bartabas at the Théâtre Zingaro
Bartabas presents his new show, this time featuring Persian women and their exile, with Iranian artists, at the Zingaro equestrian theater in November and December 2024. [Read more]
Les Folies Gruss, 50 years in Paris, the exceptional show 2023-2024
The Alexis Gruss company celebrates its 50th anniversary in Paris with a breathtaking new creation, to be seen from October 21, 2023 to January 25, 2024 at the Carrefour des Cascades in the 16th arrondissement. [Read more]
Cirque du Soleil's Corteo at the Accor Arena in November 2024
Cirque du Soleil's "Corteo" returns for 6 performances at the Accor Arena in Paris between November 7 and 11, 2024! Cirque du Soleil also celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. [Read more]
Dans ton coeur, an acrobatic and musical show for the whole family
Dans ton coeur, le spectacle returns to the Théâtre du Rond Point from April 25 to May 26. A physical and musical show for the whole family. [Read more]
