The theater, a mirror of society, often echoes the major issues of our time. In Paris and the Ile-de-France region, numerous plays and shows are designed to challenge the audience while offering moments of reflection and emotion. Whether addressing social issues, ecological challenges or political struggles, these shows combine art and commitment.
What shows and plays are on offer in Paris this week?
This week, Paris offers an exceptional selection of plays and shows to suit all tastes. Take advantage of the capital's charm and the increasingly long evenings to discover new creations. [Read more]
These engaging plays are distinguished by bold stagings and scenarios that immerse audiences in stories that are sometimes disturbing, often captivating. Some creations deal with human rights, while others explore the impact of climate change or social relations in a constantly changing world. These themes, though universal, find a particular resonance in the intimacy of a theater.
In the Paris region, venues such as Cartoucherie, Théâtre du Rond-Point and L'Européen regularly host productions where art becomes a vehicle for a social message. These venues are perfect for those looking for a thought-provoking cultural experience, while letting themselves be carried away by the power of live performance.
Whether you're passionate about theater and performance, or simply curious to discover stories that echo current events, the shows and plays in Paris and the surrounding region promise an unforgettable experience. Let yourself be tempted by these moments where culture and reflection meet to awaken consciences.
The Innocents: a play about Russian revolutionary terrorism
Director Marina Taasheva presents Les Innocents, a play inspired by Russian texts from the early 20th century, at the Théâtre de l'Épée de Bois. A play to discover from April 10 to 27, 2025. [Read more]
L'Exception et la Règle: Brecht's play about justice at La Cartoucherie
The Jolie Môme company presents Brecht's L'Exception et la Règle at the Théâtre de l'Épée de Bois, May 2-17, 2025, a fable about justice and power. [Read more]
Le Journal: political tensions and personal drama in the theater - extended
Attention thriller fans! Le Journal, a breathtaking play exploring the explosive tensions between politics and the press. Now playing at the Théâtre de Paris, the play, directed by Anne Bouvier, has been extended until June 1, 2025. [Read more]
Swann Périssé explores anger on stage with humor in Calme
Swann Périssé presents her stand-up show Calme on May 12 and 13, 2025 at the Trianon, a funny and engaging exploration of female anger. [Read more]
Menopause, the comedy that breaks the rules, returns to Paris
Ménopause, the comedy that shakes up the rules is running at the Grand Point Virgule until November 2, 2025. Co-written and directed by Alex Goude, this comedy takes a humorous, no-holds-barred look at menopause. [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 June 19, 2025. [Read more]
La Tendresse: an exploration of masculinity at the Théâtre des Bouffes Parisiens
A plunge into the construction of masculinity with La Tendresse, directed by Julie Berès, to be discovered from April 25 to July 20, 2025 at the Théâtre des Bouffes Parisiens. [Read more]
Zourou, beyond words: a story of family and disability at Théâtre de l'Œuvre
When words fail, other forms of expression take over. Zourou, au-delà des mots is a sensitive choreographic fable about disability, to be seen until May 25, 2025 at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre. Le [Read more]
Journée de noces chez les Cromagnons: a wedding under the bombs at Théâtre de la Colline
A Lebanese family prepares for a wedding in the midst of chaos in "Journée de noces chez les Cromagnons", directed by Wajdi Mouawad from April 29 to June 22, 2025 at the Théâtre de la Colline. [Read more]
Le Moche: the new play at the Comédie-Française Studio-Théâtre
The Comédie-Française presents Le Moche by Marius von Mayenburg, directed by Aurélien Hamard-Padis. A contemporary fable about the obsession with appearance, performed at the Comédie-Française Studio-Théâtre until May 4, 2025. [Read more]
4211 Km: the moving play awarded at the Molières 2024 extended - our review
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, from January 22, 2025. [Read more]
An evening of solidarity theater in the heart of Paris: when theater meets commitment!
Sponsored - On Monday April 28 at 8pm, the Théâtre Saint Léon (Paris 15th) will host an exceptional performance of the play "Un Air de Famille", brought to life by the amateur troupe La Corde Verte. An evening of solidarity, culture and generosity, organized by Ladies' Circle 10 Paris for the benefit of the MARFANS Association. [Read more]
Simone Veil: les combats d'une effrontée - a much-needed play at Théâtre Antoine
The theatrical story Simone Veil: les combats d'une effrontée will be presented on May 12, 2025 at the Théâtre Antoine, with Cristiana Reali, as part of Paroles Citoyennes. [Read more]
Le Dernier Cèdre du Liban at Théâtre de l'Œuvre: an intimate quest at the heart of history
Le Dernier Cèdre du Liban plays at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre from September 18, 2025. A play by Aïda Asgharzadeh (author of Les Poupées Persanes) that combines a quest for identity with political memory. [Read more]
Les Pieds sur Terre: a social thriller between moral dilemma and family bond to be discovered at the theater
The social thriller Les Pieds sur Terre will be presented at the Théâtre de Belleville from April 2 to 30, 2025, in a collective production by Cie Hercub'. [Read more]
The art of not saying: when power plays with words at 13th Art
With L'art de ne pas dire, Clément Viktorovitch takes the stage at 13e Art until April 28, 2025, for a political fiction about the language of power. [Read more]
Leviathan: an immersive dive into the wheels of justice
Lorraine de Sagazan and Guillaume Poix take on the criminal justice system and immediate appearance in Léviathan, to be performed from May 2 to 23, 2025 at Théâtre de l'Odéon - Berthier 17. [Read more]
"On est trop nombreux sur ce putain de bateau" at Théâtre de la Scène Parisienne
Sponsored - An ode to humanity. All migrants, all in the same boat. Taken from Matei Visniec's Migraaaants, the play is at Scène Parisienne from April 8 to May 27, 2025, and is a blend of theater, music and dance disciplines. [Read more]
We didn't play pétanque in the Warsaw ghetto: memory and humour at the Rond-Point
At the Théâtre du Rond-Point, Éric Feldman delivers a one-man show about the Holocaust, a mixture of humor and memory, between autofiction and theatrical performance. From June 18 to 29, 2025. [Read more]
Rhinoceros: Ionesco's committed play at Essaïon
Ionesco's play "Rhinoceros" plays at the Théâtre Essaïon from April 7 to May 27, 2025, for its 350th performance, in a staging that questions the standardization of thinking through a fable as absurd as it is topical. [Read more]
Les Vilaines: a dazzling musical at La Gaîté Montparnasse
Les Vilaines, Guy and Elsa Bontempelli's musical comedy, goes behind the scenes of the great Parisian revues until May 21 at Théâtre de la Gaîté Montparnasse. [Read more]
Paroles Citoyennes 2025 theater festival: dates and program
The Paroles Citoyennes live performance festival returns for its 8th edition, from March 18 to May 12, 2025, in four Parisian theaters. The program features plays exploring the theme of "wars and identities". [Read more]
What shows and plays are on offer in Paris this week?
