Autumn in Paris is an ideal time to take advantage of the capital's cultural wealth. This autumn's line-up of shows in Paris offers an eclectic program sure to delight all lovers of the living arts. Whether you're a fan of dance, music or magic, Parisian theaters are packed with exciting new productions!
What plays and shows to see this week in Paris?
This week, Paris offers an exceptional selection of plays and shows to suit all tastes. Take advantage of the capital's charm and long summer evenings to discover new creations. [Read more]
This winter, the capital offers a multitude of shows to suit all tastes: musicals, dance shows, circus shows and more! [Read more]
This season, major Parisian venues such as the Théâtre du Châtelet, the Seine Musicale and the Théâtre de la Ville, are offering classic plays that have been revisited, as well as modern creations that question our times. You'll see works brought to life by talented actors and innovative directors, highlighting emotionally rich stories.
Fans of family-friendly shows won't be disappointed either, with several creations for young and old on the horizon, bringing a touch of lightness and good humor to Parisian autumn. Dance and musical shows are also in the spotlight, offering dynamic and visually stunning performances.
This autumn, shows in Paris promise to transport you into a diverse and varied universe, making every outing a unique moment to share. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the productions that light up the Parisian stage!
Paris Cœur de Lumières, the world's largest live sound and light show, arrives at Saint-Sulpice church
A sound and light show at the heart of the Saint-Sulpice church tells the story of the monument, which is intertwined with the history of France. Imagine 150 actors taking over the historic building for an immersive show that plunges you into the past, all accompanied by magical visual effects. Paris, Coeur de Lumières runs from October 16 to November 23, 2024. [Read more]
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: the dance company returns to Paris
From October 18 to 26, 2024, the American dance company Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to the stage! After a 7-year absence in France, the dancers will perform their old ballets, as well as new creations, at the Palais des Congrès in Paris. [Read more]
Madagascar: the musical based on the cult animated film arrives in Paris
Do you miss the crazy animals from the animated film Madagascar? They're back in the form of a musical! The show opens at the Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris on October 19. [Read more]
La Voix d'Or: the musical about Charles Gentès at Théâtre Actuel La Bruyère
La Voix d'Or is a musical show for lovers of French chanson! After a 2-year triumph at the Festival d'Avignon, Charles Gentes' show finally arrives in Paris at the Théâtre Actuel La Bruyère until January 12, 2025. [Read more]
Black Swan: the new modern ballet to Tchaikovsky's music
Black Swan is a new ballet that will have its world premiere in Paris at 13e Art from October 29 to November 3, 2024, for 7 never-before-seen performances. Set to Tchaikovsky's music, spectators will discover the dancers of the Szeged Contemporary Dance Company. [Read more]
Le Viel Ange et l'Enfant, Christmas equestrian show at the Grandes Écuries de Chantilly
Every year, the Grandes Écuries de Chantilly host a major show for the Christmas season. From November 30, 2024 to January 5, 2025, make way for the equestrian show Le Vieil Ange et l'Enfant, a ride that promises to be dreamlike and poetic. [Read more]
Beauty and the Beast: the immersive show at the Grand Hotel des Rêves in Paris - our review
A magical new venue nestled in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, the Grand Hôtel des Rêves hosts a show ready to seduce young and old alike: Beauty and the Beast. In an immersive experience, you can rediscover the fairy tale of your childhood. [Read more]
The Jungle Book: the musical returns to the Folies Bergère
The musical The Jungle Book returns to the Folies Bergère from November 23 to December 15, 2024. Suitable for young and old alike, the show, inspired by Kipling's book, is sure to take you back to childhood. [Read more]
La Haine: Matthieu Kassovitz's film adapted as a musical at La Seine Musicale
Discover La Haine, Mathieu Kassovitz's cult film revisited as a musical, at La Seine Musicale from October 10, 2024. [Read more]
The Nutcracker: Blanca Li's hip-hop version of the show in Paris
Tchaikovsky's famous ballet, The Nutcracker, arrives on the Paris stage in a new version. Spanish choreographer Blanca Li re-orchestrates the show in a creation featuring authentic Iberian hip-hop. [Read more]
Madame Arthur: transvestite cabaret and Parisian club
Sponsored - A true Parisian institution, Madame Arthur transports several generations into her world of cross-dressing and French chanson! [Read more]
The Lion King, the musical, returns to the Mogador theater in September
Hakuna Matata! The Lion King musical has returned to the Théâtre Mogador in Paris, more than 10 years after its last performance there. The show has already been extended for another season, running from September 27, 2024 to January 31, 2025. [Read more]
David Elbaz: the astrophysicist's show on the universe and the stars
David Elbaz's show is all about learning with a sense of humor. An astrophysicist, he shares his thoughts and studies on the Universe and the stars for three exceptional dates at the Théâtre Gaîté Montparnasse. [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]
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]
Beauty and the Beast: the immersive theater show returns to Château de Maisons-Laffitte
From November 9 to December 15, 2024, the Château de Maisons-Laffitte in the Yvelines region of France invites you to experience the magical spectacle of "Beauty and the Beast" in its very heart. Princess gowns, valets and chandeliers on the ceiling...embark on an immersive theater show in the world of the famous fairy tale. [Read more]
Casse noisette - La Comédie Musicale: a new show at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
A first in France! Tchaikovsky's famous ballet The Nutcracker is to be transformed into a musical comedy. On the stage of the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel, you'll find singers and dancers for a colorful family show, on December 11, 2024. [Read more]
Les Folies Gruss, 50 years in Paris, the exceptional show returns
The Alexis Gruss company celebrates its 50th anniversary in Paris with a breathtaking new creation on October 21, 2023. The company returns from October 5, 2024 at Carrefour des Cascades in the 16th arrondissement. [Read more]
ARBRE, the magical new show from circus theater Bormann
Sponsored - For eight generations, the Bormann family has thrilled the heart of Paris with its iconic circus. With their new show, ARBRE, this family of artists pays homage to its roots and offers a unique sensory immersion in a universe where circus meets the challenges of sustainable development! [Read more]
Blue Man group: Bluevolution World Tour in Paris
The Blue Man Group phenomenon makes a stopover in Paris during the tour of its new show, Bluevolution World Tour, from October 23 to 27, 2024 at the Théâtre 13e Art. Having seduced over 50 million spectators worldwide, the group is about to capture the hearts of the French. [Read more]
Spectacular, the new Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione 2024 show
Cirque d'Hiver Bouglione unveils its brand new year-end show: "Spectaculaire", to be seen in Paris from October 11, 2024 to March 9, 2025. This unique show celebrates the grand return of the flying trapeze, invented here in 1859, and marks 90 years of the famous Bouglione dynasty at this emblematic circus temple. [Read more]
The Snow Queen: the Ukrainian National Opera ballet at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées
What better way to celebrate the holidays than with a fairytale show? The Snow Queen ballet takes over the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in a new French creation, featuring the Ukrainian National Opera Ballet. [Read more]
Luis de Matos - Impossible On Stage: a magical epic with five illusionists
Luis de Matos - Impossible Sur Scène, a magic and illusion show, will be at the Folies Bergère from November 7 to December 1, 2024. On stage, five magicians and illusionists promise to give you an extraordinary experience. [Read more]
AirOtic Soirée: a sensual cabaret evening at the Théâtre du Gymnase
AirOtic Soirée is a brand-new cabaret show coming to Paris at the Théâtre du Gymnase from October 18 to December 31, 2024. The show has already attracted over 45,000 people across the USA in 2021, and now Europe. [Read more]
Delon, the Last Samurai: the symphonic film concert in honor of Alain Delon
On November 8, 2024, discover the career of French film star Alain Delon as you've never seen him before. At the Palais des Congrès, 80 musicians will pay tribute to the actor in a symphonic film concert. [Read more]
Gus the illusionist returns to the stage with his new show Givré
Gus l'illusionniste, a magician well known to the general public, will take over the stage of the Palais des Glaces from September 19, 2024 to January 5, 2025. In what promises to be a spectacular show, the comedian aims to show the public that he is indeed completely "nuts. [Read more]
Benjamin Millepied at La Seine Musicale: New Ballet 'GRACE' in November 2024
A ballet based on the iconic life of rock legend Jeff Buckley, and inspired by his music: discover GRACE, Benjamin Millepied's new ballet at La Seine Musicale, November 5-8, 2024. [Read more]
David Jarre, the magician's first one-man show at the Trianon in Paris
David Jarre, magician illusionist and mentalist, takes to the stage with his first one-man show: Mosaic. The celebrity magician will be performing at the Trianon in Paris on December 1, 2024. [Read more]
Ulysse, l'odyssée musicale, the musical at the Théâtre des Variétés
Ulysse, l'odyssée musicale is the new musical comedy by Ely Grimaldi and Igor de Chaillé, which will run at the Théâtre des Variétés from October 6, 2024 to April 27, 2025. An opportunity to discover Ulysses' epic in song and with the whole family! [Read more]
Doctor Strange - Mystic Mysteries: the Disneyland Paris show at Avengers Campus
Attention Doctor Strange and Scarlet Witch fans! On September 30, 2024, Disneyland Paris announced a brand-new "street" show at Avengers Campus, Walt Disney Studios, based around Marvel's two wizards. Entitled "Doctor Strange: Mystic Mysteries", the show is scheduled to debut on November 23, 2024. [Read more]
Dirty Dancing: the musical arrives at the Dôme de Paris with a new French version
A not-to-be-missed event at the Dôme de Paris, the musical comedy from the cult American film Dirty Dancing - The Original Story on stage is presented from November 22, 2024. Discover this show in its French version, with a new staging featuring exceptional dancers, actors, singers and musicians! [Read more]
Black Legends - the musical: the musical at Théâtre Bobino
Black Legends - le musical, the musical comedy celebrating 20th-century black American music, returns to Paris. The show, which has already attracted 200,000 spectators, can be seen at the Théâtre Bobino from November 14, 2024 to January 5, 2025. [Read more]
Boléro - a tribute to Maurice Ravel: the show at the Arena Grand Paris
Boléro - hommage à Maurice Ravel returns to Paris for an exceptional evening at the Arena Grand Paris, the new arena in Tremblay-en-France. [Read more]
The Joke: a comedy club created by Baptiste Lecaplain in central Paris
The Joke, opened in 2022, is a comedy club created by comedian Baptiste Lecaplain . In an elegant, intimate setting, stand-up professionals and new faces alike can be discovered in Paris's 4th arrondissement. [Read more]
Joséphine Baker, le musical, the rhythmic show returns to Théâtre Bobino
(Re)discover the extraordinary destiny of Joséphine Baker, in a modern, festive show. Joséphine Baker, le musical, runs at the Théâtre Bobino from October 16, 2024 to January 29, 2025. [Read more]
Charlotte Campana's La Femme Bocale at Théâtre Le Bout: a plunge into modern life
Charlotte Campana's La Femme Bocale, directed by Laura Ghazal, combines humor, self-mockery and emotion at Théâtre Le Bout in Paris, from September 19, 2024 to January 30, 2025. [Read more]
Cirque Phénix: the new show CirkAfrika by Les Etoiles d'Ethiopie
The CirkAfrika show lands at Cirque Phénix, featuring artists from the Etoiles d'Ethiopie. Running from November 23, 2024 in Paris, and from January 16 throughout France, these performances are sure to be a sight to behold. [Read more]
Marco Polo comedy club: one of the best comedy clubs in Paris, right in the center of Châtelet!
Sponsored - Located right in the heart of Paris, in the Châtelet district, the Marco Polo Comedy Club welcomes both big-name comedy stars testing out their new jokes before setting off on tour, and the next generation of French stand-up. You're guaranteed an hour of laughter as you enjoy your drink during the show, with the option of eating before or after the show at the Bistrot du Jardin restaurant, which will be delighted to welcome you. [Read more]
La Nuit du Cirque 2024: circus shows and events in Paris and Île-de-France
La Nuit du Cirque returns to Paris and the Île-de-France region for its 6th edition. From November 15 to 17, 2024, a series of events puts the circus arts in the spotlight, with a program of shows, workshops and demonstrations. [Read more]
How to become a Parisian in one hour? : Olivier Giraud's show at the Théâtre des Nouveautés
How to become a Parisian in one hour? Olivier Giraud explains it all with offbeat humor at the Théâtre des Nouveautés. This funny show, 100% in English, is ideal for tourists discovering Paris as well as for Parisians ready for self-deprecation! [Read more]
Oh! César Paris: Parisian cabaret combining glamour, humor and art
A few years ago, the Cabaret César-Palace metamorphosed into Oh! César Paris, offering a unique fusion of dining, entertainment and clubbing into the wee hours. [Read more]
Cirque du Soleil: their Corteo show at the Accor Arena
Cirque du Soleil's Corteo show makes its grand return with six performances at the Accor Arena in Paris, from November 6 to 10, 2024. This series of shows coincides with Cirque du Soleil's 40th anniversary this year. [Read more]
La Nouvelle Eve presents its iconic "Paris je t'aime" revue
From April to October 2024, the renowned cabaret on the Butte Montmartre presents its iconic revue "Paris je t'aime". [Read more]
Cabaret de l'Exil - Persian Women, the equestrian show by Bartabas at the Théâtre Zingaro
Bartabas presents his new show, this time featuring Persian women and their exile, with Iranian artists, at the Zingaro equestrian theater in November and December 2024. [Read more]
Matthieu Nina: his first one-man show at Théâtre Bo Saint Martin
Matthieu Nina takes to the stage at Théâtre Bo Saint Martin with his first one-man show, En bas de l'échelle. Disabled at the age of 10, the comedian takes a humorous, no-holds-barred approach to his disability. [Read more]
La Légende des Chevaliers, the medieval equestrian show not to be missed in Provins
La Légende des Chevaliers is one of two shows offered by the town of Provins to immerse you in the Middle Ages, combining equestrian art, history and the magic of the ramparts. Something for the whole family! [Read more]
Entre Chiens et Louves: the Bon Marché Rive Gauche and Cirque Le Roux show returns to Paris
Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche, a circus? Following the huge success of the "Entre Chiens et Louves" show, the Grand Magasin and Cirque Le Roux are extending the run! The circus company will return to the temple of Left Bank shopping from September 12 to December 31, 2024. [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]
Le Comedy Poiint: the new comedy club at Grand Point Virgule
Le Grand Point Virgule is embarking on a new adventure! After welcoming numerous comedy stars, the theater opens its very first comedy club: Le Comedy Poiint! [Read more]
Stories La Dernière Tournée: the tap dance phenomenon at the 13ème Art in Paris
Stories, La Dernière Tournée, Romain Rachline Borgeaud's show at 13ème Art, from November 15, 2024 to February 2, 2025. [Read more]
Mirage: Gaël Illusionniste's show at La Seine Musicale - Invitations
The never-before-seen magic show by genius Gaël Illusionniste is to be discovered at La Seine Musicale on November 23, 2024, where magic and aviation meet for an exceptional evening.Take part in the contest at the bottom of the article to try to win your invitations. [Read more]
D-Day: the historical and immersive D-Day show at the Cité de l'Histoire
After the story of Victor Hugo and that of the Musketeers, experience D-Day at the heart of the Cité de l'Histoire, in a new 360-degree immersive sound and light show, starting June 6, 2024. [Read more]
Very math trip, new dates for Manu Houdart's one math show
Very math trip, first presented at the Lucernaire and then at the Grand Rex last May, returns to the Lucernaire. Manu Houdart and his mathematician one-man show run from September 22 to December 23, 2024. [Read more]
Les Bradés at the Nouvelle Seine with their improvisation show 'T.I.M.E'.
Every Sunday evening, discover a devilishly effective improv show by the troupe Les Bradés with their show T.I.M.E, on view at La Nouvelle Seine from 5pm. [Read more]
Léo Brière: his magic show at the Théâtre du Gymnase
Winner of Best Magic Show 2024, Léo Brière arrives at the Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris with his existence show. An increasingly well-known mentalist, he awaits you from Thursday October 10, 2024 to Sunday January 19, 2025 for an exceptional show. [Read more]
Little Rock Story at Théâtre Libre: 75 years of rock history brought to life in a musical show
Travel through the epic of rock from Elvis to Metallica with the concert-show "Little Rock Story", at the Théâtre Libre in Paris, from October 19, 2024 to January 5, 2025. [Read more]
Hypn'ose: Giorda the hypnotist's show in Paris
Giorda returns to Paris with a new show, Hypn'ose, from October 8, 2024 to January 28, 2025 at the Européen. Whether you're up for it or not, Giorda intends to hypnotize you. [Read more]
Marie S'infiltre returns with her show Culot at the Zénith in Paris
Marie S'infiltre returns to the stage with her audacious Culot show at the prestigious Zenith de Paris to close out the year in style, on December 21, 2024! [Read more]
The Sebastopol Comedy Club: stand-up comedy in a Paris hotel
The Sebastopol Comedy Club is the unusual comedy stage that awaits you in the heart of the 123 Sebastopol hotel in Paris. Every weekend, in the heart of a hotel, you'll find a stand-up stage hosted by established artists. [Read more]
Jarry: upcoming Paris dates
Since September 2023, Jarry has been presenting his show Bonhomme in France, but it's only from October 24 to 27 that you'll be able to discover the comedian in Paris, at the prestigious Olympia venue. [Read more]
Aymeric Lompret: new dates for his show Yolo at the Théâtre de la Renaissance
New dates are available from January to March to discover Aymeric Lompret in his show Yolo, the one-man show being a victim of its own success! [Read more]
Les Darons Osent Tout! at the Folies Bergère for an exceptional date
Les Darons Osent Tout! comedy show arrives in Paris on December 17, 2024 at the magnificent Folies Bergère. After a tour of France in 2023, Frédéric Bouraly, Fred Bianconi, Olivier Mag, Emmanuel Donzella and Luc Sonzogni take over the capital. [Read more]
Cirque Le Roux: a contemporary circus company playing with theater and film
With three successful shows to its credit, Cirque Le Roux is revolutionizing the circus world with innovative creations. In addition to acrobatics and dance steps, the company adds theater and cinematographic elements to each show. [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]
Panayotis Pascot at L'Européen with his new show Entre les Deux
Panayotis Pascot is back on stage with his new one-man show Entre les Deux, at L'Européen from October 31 to December 28, then on tour in France, Belgium and Switzerland. [Read more]
Malek at Théâtre Le Lieu, a show of humor and fortune in the fall
Experience an evening of humor with Malek Gaher at Théâtre Le Lieu, every Monday from September 9 to December 16, 2024. Humor and surprises guaranteed [Read more]
Le Fridge Comedy Club by Kev Adams: a stand-up stage with bar and restaurant in Paris, our opinion
In the heart of Paris's 2nd arrondissement, the Fridge is a Comedy Club created by comedian Kev Adams, featuring a stand-up stage on which today's and tomorrow's talents share the stage, while offering the public a bar with creative cocktails and a restaurant. [Read more]
Un jour à Paris, the equestrian show in the heart of the Belle Époque, at Château de Chantilly
A never-before-seen equestrian show moves to the Château de Chantilly to plunge us into Belle Époque Paris, alongside Madame, an eccentric artist, for an hour of aerobatics, starting in April 2024. [Read more]
Lou Trotignon at La Nouvelle Seine with his show Mérou
Stand-up comedian Lou Trotignon takes to the Nouvelle Seine stage with his show Mérou, every Friday and Saturday at 9pm from September 13, 2024 to December 21. [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]
Hier j'arrête! by Doully at the Folies Bergère: an explosive one-woman show
Doully presents his show Hier j'arrête! on October 31, 2024 at the Folies Bergère, for an unforgettable evening of stand-up. [Read more]
Tahnee: her next show dates in Paris and Île-de-France in 2024
Tahnee, after several performances at L'Européen, is getting ready to play the famous La Cigale venue! This is your chance to discover the touching, committed comedienne in her show L'autre on October 25, 2024. [Read more]
Malik Bentalha: his next show dates in Paris and Île-de-France in 2024
Malik Bentalha is back on stage with his third new show, Nouveau Monde, at La Cigale in Paris, from December 10 to 31, 2024, and on tour in the regions. [Read more]
Guillaume Meurice and Éric Lagadec in Paris in their show: Vers l'infini... mais pas au-delà (Towards infinity... but not beyond)
Guillaume Meurice, recently a columnist on France Inter, and French astrophysicist Éric Lagadec present their new show Vers l'infini... mais pas au delà, at La Scala in Paris. [Read more]
Le Monde d'après: Sophia Aram's show wins Molière at Théâtre Libre
Winner of the Molière de l'humour in 2024 for her show Le Monde d'après, Sophia Aram returns to Paris to perform at the Théâtre Libre from October 31, 2024 to January 4, 2025. [Read more]
Nordine Ganso returns to the Palais des Glaces with Violet in September 2024
Nordine Ganso presents his one-man show Violet at the Palais des Glaces from September 12, 2024 to January 11, 2025. [Read more]
Les Aigles des Remparts de Provins, the falconry show in the medieval city of Provins
The falconry show, Les aigles des remparts, returns to the ramparts of Provins. Discover splendid birds of prey in total harmony with horses. [Read more]
Alexis Le Rossignol: his next show dates in Paris in 2024
Alexis Le Rossignol will perform his new show "Le sens de la vie" at the Gaîté Montparnasse, from September 26 to January 4, 2025. The comedian will then embark on a tour of France. [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]
Gabriel Donzelli: his one-man show C'est bientôt fini at the Théâtre du Marais
Gabriel Donzelli's first one-man show, C'est bientôt fini, can be seen at the Théâtre du Marais from September 14, 2024. [Read more]
Random Comedy Club: stand-up comedy show Sunday evenings at the Chouchou hotel in Paris
Every Sunday evening, the Chouchou hotel invites you to its table for its traditional rendez-vous: the Random Comedy Club comedy show. In the guinguette, among the aperitif boards and cocktails, the new seeds of comedy and stars of laughter take turns on stage for a lively stand-up show, 100% made in France! [Read more]
Guillaume Fosko: his next show dates in Paris in 2024
Guillaume Fosko is back with his first stand-up show at the Point Virgule theater, until November 15. "À mi-chemin" is the name of the show in which he evokes the cogitations of a man who claims to be halfway through his life. [Read more]
What plays and shows to see this week in Paris?
