There are certain places in Paris which, at the mere mention of their name, arouse admiration and fascination. In 2023, the Olympia, the legendary concert hall on Boulevard des Capucines, celebrates its 130th anniversary. The Olympia was inaugurated on April 12, 1893, making it the oldest music hall in Paris still in operation today.
Although fairground attractions were offered in its early days, song soon made its appearance, notably through music-hall revues with Mistinguett and Yvonne Printemps between 1911 and 1914. After the First World War, when the venue was closed, the Olympia played host to a number of chanson stars of the day, including Fréhel, Marie Dubas and Lucienne Boyer.
Unfortunately, as the years went by, the popularity of the venue waned, and in 1929 it was transformed into a cinema. The venue was renamed Olympia - Théâtre Jacques Haïck until 1954. This was the year the Olympia was reborn as a music hall, thanks to the arrival of Bruno Coquatrix as director of the Parisian venue. Work was also carried out on the interior and the hall, to provide audiences with a magnificent new venue.
The new Olympia opened on February 5, 1954. A date that marked the return of chanson to the Olympia. And success followed. In the 1950s and 1960s, the greatest artists of the day took to the stage, including Georges Brassens (1954), Jacques Brel (1964, 1966...), Léo Ferré (1955, 1972), Édith Piaf ( 1955, 1961...), Juliette Gréco (1955, 1966...), Barbara (1969, 1978...)... International artists were also present, including Louis Armstrong (1962), Ella Fitzgerald (1963), Billie Holiday (1958), Sidney Bechet (1955, 1958...), and later The Beatles (1964) and The Rolling Stones (1964).
One of the musical highlights of the Olympia's 130 years is Edith Piaf. In 1961, when she was ill, she performed one of her most beautiful songs there, " Non, je ne regrette rien ", and for three months held two shows a night!
Johnny Hallyday also created euphoria when he first performed there in 1961. The artist returned on numerous occasions, in 1962, in 1964 for 57 performances, in 1965, in 1966 for a Musicorama, and again in 1967, alongside Sylvie Vartan.
Another highlight, another year: one evening in 1964, Jacques Brel performed " Amsterdam " for the first time. It was a triumph, and his stage performance remains engraved in the memories of many. Jacques Brel 's love affair with the Olympia led to his official farewell concert there in October 1966.
While the songs and concerts have left their mark on the history of theOlympia, so have the shows. For many years now, comedians have also taken to the stage, including Coluche, Guy Bedos, Florence Foresti and Dany Boon.
And there's more to come from this legendary venue. The Olympia still has many surprises in store for us in the months and years to come.
Jean-Paul Rouve: his show L'air de rien, a tribute to French chanson
French actor Jean-Paul Rouve has announced a new show, L'air de rien, to be presented at L'Olympia on October 13 and 14, 2025. The show will be a cross between literature and music, with the actor paying homage to French chanson by focusing on its words. [Read more]
The Jeff Panacloc Company: the ventriloquist and his puppet Jean-Marc make their comeback
Jeff Panacloc and his puppet Jean-Marc are back with their show The Jeff Panacloc Company... to get you through job interviews! After his Adventure show at the Accor Arena, Jeff Panacloc returns to the Olympia on January 10 and 11, 2026. [Read more]
Skunk Anansie in concert at the Olympia, Paris, March 2025
British rock band Skunk Anansie announce their return to Paris! Join Skin and his bandmates on stage at the Olympia on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, for what promises to be a supercharged concert! [Read more]
The Limiñanas in concert at the Olympia, Paris, April 2025
Lionel and Marie from The Limiñanas announce their return to the stage with a European tour that includes a stop in Paris next spring. Mark your calendars: catch the famous French rock band in the beautiful Olympia concert hall on Thursday, April 10, 2025. [Read more]
Franjo: upcoming Paris dates
French comedian Franjo will be at the République in Paris until February 27, 2025, as well as at the Olympia for a one-off show on April 12, 2025. [Read more]
Clara Luciani in concert at the Olympia in Paris in December 2024
Surprise! Clara Luciani announces two exceptional concerts in Paris before her full show at the Accor Arena. The singer will be back on stage at the legendary Olympia on Tuesday December 17 and Wednesday December 18, 2024 to perform her new album, "Mon sang". [Read more]
Rise of the Northstar in concert at the Olympia, Paris, November 2025
Metal music is set to resound at Olympia in autumn 2025! The band Rise of the Northstar, spearhead of the French metal crossover scene, has announced a unique concert at the legendary Paris venue. Join us on Saturday, November 22, 2025, for what promises to be a supercharged musical experience! [Read more]
Jamie Cullum in concert at the Olympia in Paris in March 2025
Jamie Cullum, the famous jazz-pop singer and musician, announces his return to Paris with a one-off concert at the legendary Olympia on Thursday March 13, 2025. [Read more]
Ilyes Djadel: his next show dates in Paris in 2024
Ilyes Djadel presents his show Vrai at the Olympia after selling out the Palais des Glaces, on December 21, 2024! [Read more]
Alban Ibanov: his next show dates in Paris and Île-de-France in 2024
Comedian Alban Ivanov returns to the Olympia with his one-man show "Vedette 2.0", from December 26, 2024 to January 4, 2025, then at the Arena Grand Paris on February 1, 2025! A very funny show, but also autobiographical, in which the comedian recalls his career. [Read more]
Zaho de Sagazan in concert at the Olympia in Paris in December 2024
Zaho de Sagazan continues her ascent! The four-time winner of the latest Victoires de la musique awards has announced two new dates in Paris between now and the end of the year. Mark your calendars: the singer will be on stage at the Olympia on Monday December 2 and Tuesday December 3, 2024 for two exceptional shows. [Read more]
Behemoth and Satyricon in concert at the Olympia, Paris, April 2025
A metal event at Olympia in 2025! The famous Parisian venue opens its doors to three leading death and black metal bands: Poland's Behemoth, Norway's Satyricon and Greece's Rotting Christ. The evening promises to be a wild one, to be experienced on Friday April 11, 2025. [Read more]
Alain Souchon, accompanied by Ours and Pierre Souchon, in concert at the Olympia in 2025
Alain Souchon adds three new Paris dates to his tour! Join Alain Souchon and his sons, Ours and Pierre Souchon, at the legendary Olympia concert hall on Saturday June 7, Sunday June 8 and Monday June 9, 2025. [Read more]
The Legend of Zelda concert at Olympia: Echoes of Hyrule by the Neko Light Orchestra in January 2025
Gamers, concert fans and fans of The Legend of Zelda, event alert! Olympia invites you to a tribute concert, Echoes of Hyrule, set to music by the Neko Light Orchestra, on January 12, 2025. Ready to make your ocarina ring? [Read more]
Alizée in concert at the Olympia in Paris in September 2025
Alizée announces her return to the Paris stage to celebrate 25 years in the music business! The singer of "Moi... Lolita" at the Olympia on Sunday, September 7, 2025. Ticket sales will open in September. We tell you all about it. [Read more]
The Libertines in concert at the Olympia, Paris, February 2025
Good news for fans of Peter Doherty and Carl Barât, as The Libertines announce their return to Paris with a concert scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 2025 in the beautiful Olympia venue! [Read more]
Star Academy winner Pierre Garnier in concert at the Olympia in Paris in January 2025
Pierre Garnier, the winner of the 11th season of Star Academy, announces a series of concerts in France, with a stopover in Paris in 2025. Mark your calendars: the young artist will be performing for the very first time at the Olympia on Wednesday January 22, 2025. [Read more]
Amyl and the Sniffers in concert at the Olympia in Paris in November 2024
Have you seen them at Rock en Seine and are you dreaming of seeing them again on a Parisian stage? The good news is that Australia's Amyl and the Sniffers have announced a one-off concert in the capital, scheduled for Wednesday November 27, 2024 at the Olympia. [Read more]
Viktor Vincent, the mentalist at the Olympia for the first time
Viktor Vincent, the unmissable French mentalist, is back on stage in Paris. On December 22 and 23, 2024, the talented illusionist will be performing at the legendary Olympia. His latest show, "Fantastik", promises a plunge into the fantastic and wonderful world of illusion. [Read more]
Loreen, winner of the 67th Eurovision Song Contest, in concert at the Olympia in March 2025.
Swedish artist Loreen, the overall winner of the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, has announced that she will be coming to France in 2025. In Paris, the Scandinavian singer will perform at the Olympia on Thursday March 6, 2025. [Read more]
Motionless In White in concert at the Olympia, Paris, February 2025
Motionless In White announce a European tour with no less than three shows in France! In Paris, the American metalcore band will be in concert at the Olympia on Saturday February 8, 2025. [Read more]
Saïan Supa Celebration in concert at the Olympia in Paris in November 2024
Celebrate the philosophy of the Saïan Supa Crew at a unique concert at the Olympia in Paris on Monday, November 25, 2024. For this "Saïan Supa Celebration", join Sir Samuel, Sly Johnson, Specta and Vicelow on the legendary Parisian stage! [Read more]
Clara Ysé in concert at the Olympia in Paris in March 2025
New Clara Ysé concert in Paris! The artist, nominated at the latest Victoires de la musique awards, has announced a new date at the Olympia, this time scheduled for Tuesday March 25, 2025. [Read more]
Tokio Hotel in concert at the Olympia in Paris in March 2025
Tokio Hotel, the famous German pop-rock band with 10 million records sold, announces its return to the stage! In Paris, Tokio Hotel will meet its fans at the legendary Olympia concert hall for a one-off concert on Monday, March 10, 2025. [Read more]
Yamê in concert at the Olympia in Paris in February 2025
Yamê's first Olympia! The Franco-Cameroonian rapper has announced a one-off concert at the legendary Paris venue on Thursday, February 6, 2025! [Read more]
Helldebert, alias Aldebert, in concert at the Olympia in Paris in April 2025
If you've heard of Aldebert, get ready to discover his evil twin, Helldebert! The famous singer, a favorite of children and their parents, has announced a nationwide tour, with several Parisian concerts scheduled at the Olympia on Saturday April 5 and Sunday April 6, 2025, to present live his latest musical project, "Enfantillages 666". [Read more]
Mireille Mathieu in concert at the Olympia in Paris in October 2025
Mireille Mathieu announces her return to the stage to celebrate 60 years in the music business, with no less than three Parisian concerts scheduled at the legendary Olympia concert hall on Friday 24, Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October 2025. [Read more]
Isaac Delusion in concert at L'Olympia in November 2024
Great news! After a 1st concert announced sold out at La Cigale in April 2024, Isaac Delusion is offering us a 2nd Parisian date at the Olympia on November 28, 2024! [Read more]
Nora Hamzawi at L'Olympia with her new show
Comedian Nora Hamzawi returns to the Paris stage! With her brand new show, she invites you to the Olympia from January 14 to 18, 2025. [Read more]
Kim Wilde in concert at the Olympia in Paris in April 2026
New Kim Wilde concert in Paris! The British pop artist has announced her return to the capital for a tour that will honor her new opus "Closer". In the capital, she heads for the legendary Olympia concert hall on Tuesday April 21, 2026. [Read more]
Vincent Dedienne returns to the stage with Un soir de Gala
Vincent Dedienne, a leading figure in the world of humor, returns to the stage in Paris from December 17 to 31, 2024 with his one-man show Un soir de Gala, at the Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord. The show had already won the Molière de l'Humour in 2022, and was performed last April at L'Olympia. [Read more]
Kalash in concert in three Paris venues in March 2025
Kalash announces his return to Paris in 2025 for his "Full Joy Tour". On the program? No less than three concerts in three different venues in the capital. Mark your calendars! The Martinican rapper and singer Kalash will meet his fans on Saturday March 15, 2025 at the Accor Arena, on Thursday March 20 at the Olympia and on Saturday March 22, 2025 at the Cigale. [Read more]
Location
L'Olympia
28 Boulevard des Capucines
75009 Paris 9
Official website
www.olympiahall.com
