Paris's 8th arrondissement, home to some of the world's most prestigious luxury boutiques, as well as numerous Parisian offices, is a lively district of Paris. It is considered a very touristy part of the capital, thanks to the presence of monuments such as the Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde.
This district is full ofsecret addresses andunusual places to discover new artists fora show, concert or play. You'll find old theaters that have been around for years, as well as new venues that welcome tourists and Parisians alike. Although the district is home to the Élysée Palace and the Ministry of the Interior, as well as several embassies, the 8th arrondissement has plenty of places to go for entertainment.
To inspire you, here's a selection of shows to see right now in Paris's 8th arrondissement. By the way, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make announcements and discoveries, so if you check this page regularly, you'll find more ideas for shows to see in the neighborhood. And for more recommendations for going out in the neighborhood, click here!
Salle Pleyel: a must-see venue in Paris
Located in Paris's 8th arrondissement, the Salle Pleyel is a must-see venue originally dedicated to symphonic concerts, but now devoted to contemporary music. Opened in 1927, it has played host to some of the greatest names in music, and its Art Deco style is as seductive as ever! [Read more]
4211 Km: the revival of the 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, until December 31, 2024. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Music at the museum: the Jacquemart-André museum's artistic and musical program
The Musée Jacquemart-André hosts a variety of shows and concerts: discover the museum's new musical season. [Read more]
Cabaret Canaille: a return to burlesque from the 1920s to the 1940s at the Théâtre Michel
Discover the golden age of American burlesque with Cabaret Canaille, every Sunday at the Théâtre Michel: glamour, humor and disobedience. [Read more]
ADN: the thriller play based on real events at the Théâtre Michel
How about seeing a thriller at the theater instead of the cinema this time? ADN, by Caroline Ami and Flavie Péan, can be seen at the Théâtre Michel from October 3, 2024. [Read more]
Bérénice Bejo in the stage adaptation of the novel Les gens de Bilbao naissent où ils veulent
Les gens de Bilbao, published in 2022, is Maria Larrea's first novel. Winner of numerous awards, it has now been adapted for the Théâtre Marigny in a one-woman show starring Bérénice Béjo. [Read more]
Manu Payet: his next show dates in Paris in 2024
French actor and comedian Manu Payet returns to the Théâtre de La Madeleine from November 21 to December 28, 2024. The comedian will then continue touring the rest of France with his Emmanuel 2 show. [Read more]
Chaos, improvised comedy returns to the Studio des Champs-Élysées
Chaos is the latest creation from Compagnie d'Improvisation Eux, returning to the Studio des Champs-Elysées from September 23 to December 31, 2024. Following the success of the show Bio, the Compagnie is offering new dates for its latest improvised show. [Read more]
Opera a Palazzo: lyrical performances at the Musée Jacquemart André
From September 21, 2024 to June 28, 2025, opera arias will take over the Musée Jacquemart André, to the delight of music lovers. An opportunity to rediscover opera, up close to the artists, thanks to exceptional performances. [Read more]
Dernier Coup de Ciseaux, the interactive play at Théâtre des Mathurins
Dernier coup de ciseaux has been running almost non-stop since its release in 2011. Written by Sébastien Azzopardi and Sacha Danino, the interactive play returns to the Théâtre des Mathurins from August 20, 2024 to June 28, 2025. [Read more]
Dans les yeux de Monet with Clovis Cornillac and Maud Baecker at Théâtre de la Madeleine
Clovis Cornillac and Maud Baecker plunge us into the life of Claude Monet with a play Dans les yeux de Monet to be discovered at the Théâtre de la Madeleine, from September 12, 2024. [Read more]
Hello Dolly! the famous musical arrives in English at Lido 2 Paris
Hello Dolly, the cult musical of the 60s, arrives in English with French subtitles at Lido 2 Paris. The musical is an adaptation of the play The Merchant of Yonkers, written by American playwright Thornton Wilder. The show runs at Lido 2 Paris from November 7, 2024 to January 5, 2025. [Read more]
Bénureau entier, Didier Bénureau's one-man show, returns to Paris
Bénureau entier is back on the bill at the Studio des Champs-Élysées following its success. Didier Béruneau presents his one-man show again from September 28 to December 29, 2024. [Read more]
Crazy Horse, one of Paris's most emblematic cabarets
In the 8th arrondissement, Crazy Horse hides behind a sober facade that goes (almost) unnoticed. However, once you've passed through the front door, you'll be transported to a completely different atmosphere, as you take in a marvellous show featuring dance, performances and luminous decors. [Read more]
MC Solaar in concert at Salle Pleyel in Paris in November 2024
After the Olympia in the spring, MC Solaar returns to Paris with two exceptional concerts, this time scheduled for Thursday November 21 and Friday November 22, 2024 at the Salle Pleyel. [Read more]
Santa in concert at Salle Pleyel in Paris in December 2024
Santa, the now-famous singer from the group Hyphen Hyphen, announces a new solo concert in Paris, this time at the Salle Pleyel on Friday December 13, 2024. [Read more]
Théâtre des Champs-Élysées : Paris's architectural and scenic jewel
Discover the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, a renowned architectural monument and the epicenter of Parisian cultural life. [Read more]
