What are the the theater plays to see in Paris in February 2026? Despite a shorter month, Parisian stages continue to host comedies, dramas, reimagined classics, and shows that have already found their audience. Here is our selection of 10 plays to catch this month.
This Top 10 adds to our comprehensive guide of pièces de théâtre à voir à Paris en février, delivering a tighter, no-nonsense take for readers who want to cut to the chase. Inside you'll find revivals, standout premieres, and a few family-friendly outing ideas to share en famille.
And if you’re after lighter fare, also check out our pick of theater comedies. Here, the idea is to spotlight 10 plays that deserve particular attention in February 2026.
Alexis Michalik's Edmond returns to the Théâtre du Palais Royal: our review
Edmond, Alexis Michalik's third play, premiered at the Théâtre du Palais Royal in 2016, is still running at the Théâtre du Ier Arrondissement. After more than 5 Molières awards, the play returns on August 21, 2025. [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]
The Three Musketeers at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal: an adventure for the whole family
Alexandre Dumas's famous fresco comes back to life at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal from October 11, 2025, in a lively, family-friendly adaptation by Jean-Philippe Daguerre and Charlotte Matzneff. [Read more]
4211 km: the Molières-winning play returns to Studio Marigny
4211 km, Aïla Navidi's play, honored at the Molières 2024, returns to Studio Marigny in Paris from February 4, 2026. A politically engaged theatre piece addressing Iranian exile. [Read more]
Amadeus at the Théâtre Marigny: Mozart and Salieri Go Head-to-Head on Stage
Directed by Olivier Solivérès, Peter Shaffer’s Amadeus has been playing at the Théâtre Marigny since January 22, 2026. The production delves into the life of Mozart and explores his infamous rivalry with Salieri. [Read more]
This is love at the Bouffes-Parisiens, starring Josiane Balasko and Marilou Berry – our review
Starting January 23, 2026, Josiane Balasko and Marilou Berry will bring to life a compelling mother-daughter duo in a moving play at the Théâtre des Bouffes-Parisiens. Read our review. [Read more]
Le Cid pète un câble: a tragicomedy by Caroline Vigneaux at the Théâtre des Mathurins
Discover Le Cid Pète un Câble, a tragi-comedy by Caroline Vigneaux inspired by Corneille, running at the Théâtre des Mathurins from January 15 to March 7, 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]
POTTED POTTER at the Théâtre du Gymnase: A zany, family-friendly show that reimagines the Harry Potter saga
From January 30 to May 3, 2026, catch « POTTED POTTER » at Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris: a delirious parody that condenses the seven Harry Potter books into 70 minutes. Read our verdict. [Read more]
Tout contre la Terre: a story of peasant love at the Comédie de Paris
From January 24, 2026, Tout contre la Terre tells the story of a young peasant couple, between love and struggle, at the Comédie de Paris. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From February 1, 2026 to February 28, 2026
