May 2024 in Paris means spring awakening and cultural effervescence, particularly in the world of theater. This time of year, characterized by pleasant weather and lengthening days, offers the ideal setting for immersing yourself in the world of shows and plays. Paris, with its legendary theaters and vibrant artistic life, promises memorable evenings where drama, comedy and magic meet.
The diversity of theatrical productions in May invites you to explore a wide range of genres and themes. Whether you're a fervent admirer of the classics or in search of bold contemporary creations, the French capital has much to offer. It's also a time to discover emerging talent, offering a fresh perspective on the world through the prism of the stage.
A theater experience in Paris in May is all the more rewarding when the city is decked out in its finest finery. Café terraces come back to life, parks take on new colors, and historic streets echo with Parisian effervescence, adding a romantic and inspiring touch to your cultural outings.
Theatrical evenings in May are the ideal opportunity to combine aesthetic pleasure and intellectual reflection. Each show opens the door to a varied universe, promising moments ofescape, reflection andemotion. It's also a way to support the local artistic scene and participate in the city's cultural life.
In short, the month of May in Paris is a call to discover and celebrate theater in all its forms. Take advantage of this month to enrich your cultural experience and let yourself be transported by the magic of the stage.
Luminiscence: the incredible immersive show is extended to Saint-Eustache church, our photos
Get ready to discover Saint-Eustache church as you've never seen it before! Until June 28, 2024, the famous edifice nestled in the capital's 1st arrondissement is opening its doors to the incredible "Luminiscence" experience. On the program? An immersive theatrical tour followed by a magnificent 360-degree sound and light show recounting the history of this famous Parisian landmark, which celebrates its 800th anniversary this year. [Read more]
Avis de Temps forts, a festival dedicated to the Arts of Mime and Gesture in Bagneux
Avis de Temps forts takes place from April 22 to May 4 in Bagneaux. For thirteen days, some fifteen shows by French and non-French companies will showcase the art of mime and gesture. [Read more]
Madame Arthur: transvestite cabaret and Parisian club
Sponsored - A true Parisian institution, Madame Arthur transports several generations into her musical world of drag and French chanson! [Read more]
Les Fo'Plafonds, a musical show made of 100% recycled tubes at the Bobino
Les Fo'Plafonds, a troupe of artists, was created in 2015 from a concept: to create instruments from recycled objects. The internet-savvy troupe performs on stage to show you that you don't necessarily need overpriced instruments to make great music. [Read more]
"Lennon and McCartney": a musical show to discover at the Funambule Montmartre in Paris
"Lennon and McCartney" take center stage in a musical show to be discovered at Le Funambule Montmartre in Paris from March 7. Immerse yourself in the legendary friendship of the Beatles, until June 9, 2024. [Read more]
La Révolution française, the rock opera at Théâtre le 13e Art
La Révolution Française is the new rock opera to be discovered at 13e Art, a stone's throw from the Place d'Italie. Fifty years after Claude-Michel Schönberg and Raymond Jeannot's "Révolution Francaise", considered the first rock opera, the musical is back, directed by Ned Grujic. [Read more]
Les Années Twist, the musical comedy returns to the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
Roger Louret's musical Les Années Twist takes us on a musical journey to the heart of the 60s. It returns for a new season at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel, more than 30 years after its creation. [Read more]
"La vie en vrai (Anne Sylvestre)": a feminist musical tribute at the Athénée Théâtre Louis Jouvet
Marie Fortuit celebrates Anne Sylvestre with the musicla show "La vie en vrai (Anne Sylvestre)" at the Athénée Théâtre Louis Jouvet from April 25 to May 5, 2024. [Read more]
Dans ton coeur, an acrobatic and musical show for the whole family
Dans ton coeur, le spectacle returns to the Théâtre du Rond Point from April 25 to May 26. A physical and musical show for the whole family. [Read more]
Hollywoodiennes, the musical that puts women in power: our promo code
Hollywoodiennes is the very first musical from the Classe libre collective. Now playing at several venues in and around Paris, the show is still available for three dates: July 12, 13 and 20, 2024. [Read more]
Avis de Temps forts, a festival dedicated to the Arts of Mime and Gesture in Bagneux
Avis de Temps forts takes place from April 22 to May 4 in Bagneaux. For thirteen days, some fifteen shows by French and non-French companies will showcase the art of mime and gesture. [Read more]
Dance show: "L'Orient-Express de New York à Paris" May 5 at 6pm at Mandapa
Discover "L'Orient-Express de New York à Paris": a dance show put on by two companies that combine classical dance/character dance and martial arts. Get your tickets for this dance show this Sunday, May 5 at 6:00 pm at the Théâtre Mandapa in the 13th arrondissement of Paris. [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]
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]
Hakim Jemili presents his show "Fatigué" at the Théâtre Édouard VII in Paris
Discover Hakim Jemili's new show, "Fatigué", at the Théâtre Édouard VII in Paris from May 15 to June 1, 2024. An unmissable comic performance. [Read more]
"Lennon and McCartney": a musical show to discover at the Funambule Montmartre in Paris
"Lennon and McCartney" take center stage in a musical show to be discovered at Le Funambule Montmartre in Paris from March 7. Immerse yourself in the legendary friendship of the Beatles, until June 9, 2024. [Read more]
Jonathan O'Donnell's new show has a nice atmosphere
"Sympa l'ambiance" is the new one-man show by Jonathan O'Donnell, radio commentator and fan of the Parisian stand-up scene. The comedian will be appearing at The Joke comedy club for 3 dates: April 24, May 1 and May 22, 2024. [Read more]
Paris Comedy Festival, we were at the Gad and Friends party, we tell you all about it
The FUP, Festival de l'Humour de Paris, takes place from May 13 to May 25 at the Théâtre Bobino in the 14th arrondissement of Paris. We attended the first evening of the festival, and it was hilarious! [Read more]
Deliberate, the show by lawyer Alex Janere
Dé-libéré runs at the Funambule Montmartre until June 4, 2024. The one-man show features a fifty-year-old lawyer who has always dreamed of being on stage: Alex Jenere. [Read more]
Le Fridge and Le Café A celebrate their anniversary together for one evening
Kev Adams' comedy club, Le Fridge Comedy Club, and Paris' unique venue, Le Café A, are celebrating their anniversary together on May 15. Le Café A is 13 years old, while Le Fridge Comedy Club is 4 years old. [Read more]
La grande classe, comedian Lala's extended show at Théâtre de La petite loge
"La grande classe" is comedian Lala's first show. After several months of success, "La grande classe" is extended at Théâtre de La petite loge until June 13, 2024, every Thursday at 9 pm. [Read more]
Monsieur Motobécane, Bernard Crombey's one-man show at Porte Saint-Martin
Monsieur Motobécane returns to Paris at Porte Saint-Martin, from April 25. Created in 2009 at the Théâtre du Rond-Point, Bernard Crombey's one-man show has been sold out for 10 seasons at the Festival Off d'Avignon. [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]
Madame Arthur: transvestite cabaret and Parisian club
Sponsored - A true Parisian institution, Madame Arthur transports several generations into her musical world of drag and French chanson! [Read more]
Le Cabaret du Prisme, the LGBTQIA+ cabaret in Paris: Drag shows, stripping, circus, stand up
Discover Cabaret du Prisme, the new nugget on the Paris queer scene for the 2023-2024 season. On the program? Nine festive evenings mixing Drag Shows and committed arts, until June 2024, to support equality thanks to partner associations and a charity tombola. Paris shines in all the colors of the rainbow! See you at the 7th edition this Wednesday, May 8, 2024. [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]
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]
Lolla Wesh: an extraordinary stand-up drag show at the Théâtre du Marais
Discover the cheeky, clownish world of Lolla Wesh, stand-up drag at the Théâtre du Marais, every Sunday at 7pm until May 26, 2024. [Read more]
Tango y Tango, the show that makes you feel like you're in Argentina, at Théâtre Marigny
Tango y Tango returns to the Théâtre Marigny from May 16 to June 13, 2024. A show mixing dance, love and desire, set in the streets of Buenos Aires. [Read more]
Dance show: "L'Orient-Express de New York à Paris" May 5 at 6pm at Mandapa
Discover "L'Orient-Express de New York à Paris": a dance show put on by two companies that combine classical dance/character dance and martial arts. Get your tickets for this dance show this Sunday, May 5 at 6:00 pm at the Théâtre Mandapa in the 13th arrondissement of Paris. [Read more]
Mentalism à la parisienne, Fabrice Ferra's show in English
The show Mentalism à la parisienne, by international French mentalist Fabrice Ferra, is on at the Théâtre de la Comédie Italienne for 3 dates in English: March 30, April 16 and May 2. This professional can read your mind, influence your actions and even predict what you're going to do for the duration of a show. [Read more]
"In the footsteps of Arsène Lupin: between magic and mentalism" at Laurette Théâtre
"Sur les traces d'Arsène Lupin : entre magie et mentalisme", a magical tribute to Arsène Lupin by Jean-Michel Lupin to be discovered at the Laurette Théâtre until May 19, 2024. [Read more]
Imprévisible, a magic and mentalism show at Théâtre Edgar
"Imprévisible" is the new show by magician Bertrand Gilles, playing at the Théâtre Edgar. The show, which runs from May 15 to July 21, is sure to surprise you. [Read more]
La Fête du rire, a free comedy and solidarity event on May 5
La Fête du rire is a festive evening of solidarity that will take place on May 5, 2024 from 6:30 pm at Le Poiçon Paris, a lively venue in the 14th arrondissement of Paris. The evening is all about laughter: stand-up comedy, laughter yoga, a hypnosis show and other surprises! [Read more]
Cirque Rose Bouglione presents Tzigane au Féminin at Cirque Romanes in Paris
Experience the emotion of the "Tzigane au féminin" show at Cirque Romanes in Paris, in May 2024. A fresh look at Gypsy culture in a magical setting. [Read more]
Dans ton coeur, an acrobatic and musical show for the whole family
Dans ton coeur, le spectacle returns to the Théâtre du Rond Point from April 25 to May 26. A physical and musical show for the whole family. [Read more]
Avis de Temps forts, a festival dedicated to the Arts of Mime and Gesture in Bagneux
Avis de Temps forts takes place from April 22 to May 4 in Bagneaux. For thirteen days, some fifteen shows by French and non-French companies will showcase the art of mime and gesture. [Read more]
Berlin Berlin, the award-winning extended comedy at the Théatre des Nouveautés, our review
Berlin Berlin, a critically acclaimed and Molière award-winning comedy, will run at the Théâtre des Nouveautés until July 7, 2024. Written by Patrick Haudecœur and Gérald Sibleyras, it takes place in Berlin during the Cold War and the existence of the Berlin Wall. [Read more]
Macbeth, Shakespeare's tragedy at the Comédie-Française
"Macbeth" is performed at the Comédie-Francaise until July 20, 2024. Scheduled in the magnificent Salle Richelieu, the tragedy is an adaptation of Shakespeare's text. [Read more]
Les Gros Patinent Bien at Théâtre Saint-Georges: an award-winning cartoon Odyssey
Immerse yourself in the world of Les Gros Patinent Bien, named Best Public Theater Show at the 2022 Molières, at Théâtre Saint-Georges from August 27 to December 31, 2024. [Read more]
Lady Agatha, the musical based on the life of Agatha Christie, returns to Paris
Lady Agatha, returns to Paris after its success in the capital and throughout France, at the Théâtre de la Michodière, until July 7, 2024. The musical recounts the extraordinary life of Agatha Christie. [Read more]
Le Cercle des Poètes Disparus, nominated 6 times at the Molières, continues at Théâtre Antoine
Adapted for the first time for the stage in France, the cult American film written by Tom Schulman is brought back to life on the Théâtre Antoine stage, with Stéphane Freiss in the lead role of Professor John Keating. A victim of its own success, the play has been extended until May 26, 2024. [Read more]
A Streetcar Named Desire: the play adapted from the novel by Tennessee Williams at the Bouffes Parisiens
Tennessee Williams' memorable Un Tramway nommé Désir is adapted at Théâtre des Bouffes Parisiens, from January 31 to May 25, 2024. [Read more]
The Reunification of the Two Koreas, Joel Pommerat's play, our review
Since its premiere in 2013 at the Odéon Théâtre de l'Europe, Joël Pommerat's La Réunification des deux Corées has been a great success. Now it's back for a re-creation at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin, from April 24 to July 14, 2024. [Read more]
Dear Parents, the comedy continues at the Théâtre de Paris until June 30
"Chers Parents", a comedy nominated for the 2022 Molières, is back at the Théâtre de Paris for its 3rd season. A spicy, humorous play to discover or re-discover. [Read more]
Jean-Luc Reichmann at the Théâtre des Nouveautés with 'Le bracelet' by Isabelle Mergault
Host and comedian Jean-Luc Reichmann is back on stage at the Théâtre des Nouveautés with the comedy Le Bracelet, a play by comedian Isabelle Mergault, until May 5, 2024. [Read more]
François Berléand presents "Extraits Extra" by Poiret & Serrault at Théâtre Montparnasse in Paris
In a series of sketches, Nicolas Briançon and François Berléand pay tribute to the funniest duo in French theater, Poiret and Serrault, from February 15 to June 2, 2024 at Petit Montparnasse. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From May 1, 2024 to May 31, 2024
