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12 Hommes en Colère: the play adapted from Reginald Rose's novel is back - our review

Missed it at the theater? Good news, the adaptation of Reginald Rose's cult film 12 Hommes en Colère returns to the Théâtre Hébertot from February 6, 2025. The spectator finds himself plunged into a delicate trial where twelve men must deliberate on the fate of an 18-year-old.

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.

Bérénice: Isabelle Huppert under the direction of Romeo Castellucci

Romeo Castellucci revisits "Bérénice" with Isabelle Huppert, a free adaptation of Racine to be discovered from June 20 to July 6, 2025 at Théâtre de la Ville - Sarah Bernhardt.

Mourir d'Aimer: les Amants Maudits de Mai 68 at the Théâtre du Gymnase

From May 29 to 31, 2025, the musical Mourir d'Aimer, les Amants Maudits de Mai 68 recounts a forbidden love story set against a backdrop of social protest at the Théâtre du Gymnase.

The Three Musketeers: The cloak-and-dagger epic returns to the stage

After an initial success, Les Trois Mousquetaires returns to the Théâtre Montparnasse until April 27. A lively, fast-paced adaptation of Alexandre Dumas's classic.

Les Fausses Confidences: Alain Françon revisits Marivaux at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin

Alain Françon takes on Marivaux's Les Fausses Confidences in a pared-down staging that focuses on the characters' desire and freedom. To be seen from April 16 to May 25 2025 at Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin.

Les Serge (Gainsbourg Point Barre) at the Studio de la Comédie-Française - our review

The Studio de la Comédie-Française is once again bringing music to the stage, presenting Les Serge (Gainsbourg Point Barre), a play adapted and directed by Stéphane Varupenne and Sébastien Pouderoux, from January 18 to March 9, 2025, with Gainsbourg as its hobbyhorse.

Lily & Lily: When reality and fiction collide in the theater

The comedy Lily & Lily, directed by Marie Pascale Osterrieth and starring Michèle Bernier and Francis Perrin, revives the theater of Barillet and Gredy. A play of misunderstandings and illusions to be discovered at the Théâtre de Paris until April 27, 2024.

Les Fo'Plafonds, a musical show made of 100% recycled tubes at the Bobino

Les Fo'Plafonds, a troupe of artists, was created in 2015 from a concept: to create instruments from recycled objects. The internet-savvy troupe performs on stage to show you that you don't necessarily need overpriced instruments to make great music. From February 19 to March 1, 2025 at 13e Art.

Extended plays and major stage comebacks in Paris

Paris is still vibrating to the rhythm of the theater! Discover the plays that have been extended or are returning to Parisian stages. The perfect opportunity to enjoy the must-sees.

Les Gratitudes: the moving play starring Catherine Hiegel at the Théâtre du Petit Saint-Martin

If you haven't had the chance to see Les Gratitudes in theaters, the play returns to the Théâtre du Petit Saint-Martin from March 5 to April 27, 2025. The play stars Catherine Hiegel and Laure Blatter in a moving story, adapted from the novel by Delphine de Vigan.

Neandertal: a play combining science and introspection at the Théâtre du Rond-Point

The Théâtre du Rond-Point presents Neandertal, a captivating play combining science and human introspection. David Geselson's latest creation, the play is on at the Parisian theater for just a few dates from February 6 to 15, 2025.

Visits to Mister Green: one of the world's most popular plays returns to Paris

A classic not to be missed! Translated into 20 languages, Visites à Mister Green returns to the capital for several dates at the Théâtre de Passy. From January 25, you'll witness the funny and moving encounter between an irascible old man and a young executive.

La Vérité: Florian Zeller's cult comedy with an exceptional cast

Florian Zeller's cult play La Vérité returns to Paris at the Théâtre Édouard VII from January 23, 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.

La Révolution française, the rock opera at Théâtre le 13e Art

La Révolution Française is the new rock opera to be discovered at 13e Art, a stone's throw from the Place d'Italie. Fifty years after Claude-Michel Schönberg and Raymond Jeannot's "Révolution Francaise", considered the first rock opera, the musical is back, directed by Ned Grujic.

Bateaux Parisiens and Batobus resume service on the Seine from May 28

Parisians will once again be able to cruise the Seine thanks to the Batobus and Bateaux Parisiens shuttle services. The two companies, which have been stuck in the dock for several months due to the health crisis, are announcing their imminent return. Bateaux Parisiens will start operating on May 28, followed by Batobus shuttles from June 11, 2021.

According to Bruno Le Maire, the economic situation will depend on vaccination

“Economic indicators are green”. This Friday evening, Bruno Le Mair gave an interview to Le Parisien. According to the Minister of the Economy, the situation in France does not require a second recovery scheme but vaccination remains vital to find new “growth, jobs, and activity” in the long run. He considers PCR and antigenic tests cost too much to the community.

Renovations at Paris opera house: no performances before the end of 2020 at the Palais Garnier

Paris Opera is highly struggling. After a huge strike against the pension system and the coronavirus crisis, the cultural venue has to close again for renovations. Consequences? The Opéra Bastille will reopen on November 25, and the Palais Garnier house will not house performances until the end of 2020. Here is what you have to know.

Rugby: friendly games allowed from August

As rugby was preparing to resume from September, the National Rugby League announced on Thursday June 25 that friendly games could resume from mid-August in France. Professional clubs already unveiled their calendar.

The Dire Straits Experience in concert at the Olympia and La Salle Pleyel in Paris in November 2018

Are you a fan of The Dire Straits? Then head to the Olympia in Paris on Sunday, November 18, 2018 and then the Salle Pleyel on Sunday, November 25 to experience live covers of the famous British rock band's greatest hits thanks to The Dire Straits Experience.