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Jeanfi Janssens: the steward-humorist returns with Tombé du Ciel at the Comédie des Champs-Élysées

Jeanfi Janssens' new event show arrives on stage:Tombé du ciel, a humorous odyssey marks his grand return to the Parisian stage at the Comédie des Champs-Élysées from December 20 to 31, 2024.

Le Soulier de Satin: Paul Claudel's play at the Comédie Française

Rediscover Paul Claudel's Le Soulier de Satin at the Comédie-Française, a theatrical fresco combining love, faith and spiritual quest, from December 21 to April 13, 2025. An adaptation lasting around 7 hours, directed by the talented Éric Ruf.

Profite! a vibrant piece to discover at Manufacture des Abbesses

The play Profite! at the Manufacture des Abbesses invites spectators to ask themselves an essential question: what does the injunction "profite" really mean? Until January 22, 2025, Compagnie Panenka invites you to a play that promises to be full of life.

"Monsieur Joseph", the historic musical returns to Paris - extended run in December

Following its success at the Théâtre Clavel and its nomination for the Trophées de la Comédie Musicale, "Monsieur Joseph" returns to the Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour from December 18 to 21. A show for all ages 6 and up!

Le Journal: political tensions and personal dramas at the heart of a gripping thriller

Attention thriller fans! Le Journal, a thrilling play exploring the explosive tensions between politics and the press. Playing at the Théâtre de Paris from January 22, 2025, the play is directed by Anne Bouvier.

Number 2: the story of the man who wasn't chosen to play Harry Potter

Who hasn't heard of Harry Potter and Daniel Radcliffe? Numéro 2, a new theatrical creation, explores the story of the boy who was a finalist for the role of Harry Potter, but wasn't chosen. Playing at Théâtre Tristan Bernard from January 18, 2025.

Yasmina Reza's Art: the cult play in a new production by Francosi Morel

French author Yasmina Reza's landmark play ART returns for a new season in Paris at Théâtre Montparnasse, from August 27, 2025. On stage, you'll have the chance to meet up with actors : Olivier Broche, François Morel and Olivier Saladin.

Mon jour de chance: comedy by Patrick Haudecœur and Gérald Sibleyras

Mon jour de chance, the new comedy by Patrick Haudecœur and Gérald Sibleyras, is currently playing at the Théâtre Fontaine. A victim of its own success, it has been extended until May 18, 2025.

Une vie sur mesure: Cédric Chapuis' successful one-man show returns to Paris

After many years of success in Paris and at the Avignon Festival, the excellent show Une vie sur mesure returns to the stage of the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel, from January 12 to 26, 2025. Cédric Chapuis interprets the story of a naive young man with a passion for drums: a marvel!

Engaging plays and shows to discover in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Discover committed shows in Paris and the Ile-de-France region: topical themes, powerful messages and captivating staging.

Our tips for discovering a play without blowing your budget

Would you like to go to the theater in Paris more often, but find it too expensive? Here are several ways to discover new theatrical creations at low prices in the capital!

Best of 2024: our favorite shows of the year

A look back at the highlights of 2024. A year rich in emotion, with theater, music, stage performances, dance, circus and much more...

Like: Ivan Calbérac's new comedy arrives in theaters in 2025

Ivan Calbérac is back with a new play! In January 2025, his latest play, Like, tackles the shortcomings of our digital society and social networks, at the Comédie de Paris.

Lumière! the play that lets you discover the history of electricity, extended

How about taking a step back in time to understand history? That's what Théâtre Lucernaire is proposing with Lumière! which runs until March 2, 2025. The play revisits the history of the invention of electricity: Edison, Westinghouse, Tesla; we meet the great names who changed history.

Il ne m'est jamais rien arrivé: Vincent Dedienne adapts Jean-Luc Lagarce's diary for the stage

Comedian and actor Vincent Dedienne will be appearing in Jean-Luc Lagarce's Juste la fin du monde in January, but he has also chosen to explore Jean-Luc Lagarce's diary as the basis for a new theatrical creation. Il ne m'est jamais rien arrivé can be seen at Théâtre de l'Atelier from the end of January.

Monte Cristo: the musical inspired by The Count of Monte Cristo at the Folies Bergère in 2026

After the wildly successful, and deservedly so, film adaptation of The Count of Monte Cristo starring Pierre Niney, Alexandre Dumas' masterpiece is about to come to life on stage. The Folies Bergère have announced that the musical Monte Cristo will run from February 5, 2026 to April 19, 2026.

Je m'appelle Georges et vous? a romantic comedy at Théâtre La Bruyère

Created by the duo Gilles Dyrek and Éric Bu (nominated for the Molières in 2023), this new romantic comedy is sure to please anyone looking for an evening of laughs. Playing at Théâtre La Bruyère from January 23, 2025, Je m'appelle Georges et vous? takes you on a zany and unusual journey.

Cab Story: a play that challenges the conventions of traditional theater

What if you were to go and see a play that overturns the codes of traditional theater? The Taxi Story play offers a visual and sensory experience to be discovered in a unique setting. Only 16 seats are available per performance, to guarantee a complete experience for every spectator.

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.

12 Hommes en Colère: the play adapted from Reginald Rose returns to the Théâtre Hébertot

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.