"Friedrich Nietzsche once said:"I consider any day wasted in which I have not danced. In our country, a week without a dance performance seems incomplete. Paris, with its ebullient energy and dynamic artistic scene, offers a diversity of shows where the body expresses all its art. Here's our selection of the season's must-sees.
Spring in Paris promises to be rich in emotion, with dance performances that promise to captivate hearts and minds. From contemporary performances that push the limits of bodily expression to classical ballets that perpetuate tradition, each show is a window onto a fascinating universe.
Local and international dance companies come together in the capital to present works that range from the intimate to the grandiose. Whether you're a fan of modern dance, jazz, street dance or flamenco, there's a show to suit every taste.
Paris's theaters and halls are transformed into living spaces where the body is king, offering performances where every movement tells a story, evokes an emotion or defies gravity. This selection of spring's best dance performances is an invitation to celebrate the diversity and beauty of dance, and is not to be missed.
This spring, let yourself be carried away by dance in Paris, and experience exceptional moments where passion and talent combine to give life to unforgettable performances.
Dior Habille les Nuits: the Rome Opera Ballet show, dressed by Dior, in Paris
The "Nuit Dansée et Nuit Romaine" ballets will plunge you into the harmonious world of fashion and dance, from April 26 to 28, 2024. The dancers of the Opera of Rome, adorned in magnificent Dior costumes, will enchant the stage of the Palais des Congrès in Paris for three enchanting nights. [Read more]
Zéphyr, Mourad Merzouki's contemporary dance show at 13ème Art
Zéphyr is the new dance show by renowned hip-hop and contemporary dancer and choreographer Mourad Merzouki. Running at 13ème Art until June 30, 2024, the show transports us to imaginary oceans, created to coincide with the Vendée Globe 2021 race. [Read more]
Matthew Bourne's Romeo + Juliet at the Théâtre du Châtelet in March 2024
Romeo + Juliet, the moving contemporary ballet by Matthew Bourne at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, March 9 to 28, 2024. [Read more]
Printemps des Rues 2024, the free, festive street arts festival
Printemps des Rues, the festival offering free circus, dance and theater performances, is back for all to enjoy on May 25 and 26, 2024. [Read more]
Waacking battle at the Musée d'Orsay: a flamboyant show not to be missed
Get out your diaries, here's a date you won't want to miss: on April 28, 2024 at 1pm, the Musée d'Orsay is organizing a waacking battle, with artist Josépha Madoki. [Read more]
Chaillot expérience #9: four free dance performances at the Théâtre National de Chaillot
Chaillot expérience #9, the last Chaillot expérience of the season, is exceptionally free as part of the Colline des Arts' "Le Corps en Mouvement" program and L'Olympiade Culturelle Paris 2024. Four dance performances are on offer at the Théâtre de Chaillot. [Read more]
Les Jupes, the choreographic piece at the Palais Galliera
Les Jupes, by Reunionese choreographer Soraya Thomas, will be performed at the Palais Galliera, Musée de la mode, on Saturday June 1 at 8pm and midnight. [Read more]
La (très) grande forme, a participatory dance show attended by 800 people in Paris
La (très) grande forme is an exceptional event that will bring together 800 participants in front of the Hôtel de Ville in Paris for a participatory dance show. Created as part of the Cultural Olympiad of the Olympic Games 2024, the show is set to play to thousands of spectators on Saturday June 15. [Read more]
BBBK Festival: international Indian dance battles, workshops and after-party in Paris
From May 22 to 25, 2024, the 12th arrondissement of Paris will host France's very first international Indian dance battle! On the program: workshops to learn how to dance, an evening to celebrate India, and of course a competition between the best artists! [Read more]
La Ville dansée: Benjamin Millepied organizes free dance shows in Paris
Benjamin Millepied, renowned French dancer and choreographer, is taking over the capital with his Paris Dance Project, during which a dozen choreographers will perform on June 8, 2024. [Read more]
WT5 show: Renault celebrates the return of R5 at the Centre Pompidou, a legendary pop culture venue, for an exceptional show open to all. Directed by Sadeck Berrabah
A show by Sadeck Berrabah, a performance by the Orchestre d'harmonie de la Garde républicaine and a carte blanche given to Cyril Lancelin... Renault invites you to a 100% original event open to all, to celebrate the launch of the Renault 5 E-Tech 100% electric. See you on Tuesday April 23 at 5.55pm in front of the Centre Pompidou*! [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]
Carreau du Temple celebrates its 10th anniversary: roller dance, show and dance workshops
You're invited to the Birthday Party at Carreau du Temple, which celebrates its 10th anniversary in style on May 18, 2024! On the program: a huge roller dance, shows, readings and workshops, for a day of dancing! [Read more]
Breaking battle between Korea and France at the Théâtre du Châtelet
On May 2, 2024, the Théâtre du Châtelet will host a friendly breaking battle between France and Korea, during a great evening of dance, where choreography workshops will also be on the program! [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]
1km de danse, a free, festive day in Pantin along the Canal de l'Ourcq
Feel like dancing without stopping for a day? The festive "1km de danse" event returns on Saturday, May 25, 2024, to get you moving on the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq in Pantin. [Read more]
Les Chatouilles ou la danse de la colère returns to the Théâtre de l'Atelier
Les Chatouilles ou la Danse de la Colère returns to the Théâtre de l'Atelier from April 11 to June 1. Andréa Bescond reprises her role as dancer and actress in the play she wrote. [Read more]
Mois Molière à Versailles 2024, the program of shows at mini prices and free of charge
Molière Month returns to Versailles from June 1 to June 30, 2024. The 28th Mois Molière offers a rich program of theater, circus, music and dance, with no fewer than 330 performances in 62 different venues. This major cultural event has established itself as one of France's leading theater festivals. [Read more]
Onze Bouge 2024, the 11th arrondissement's festival of free shows, is back!
The very cool Onze Bouge festival returns for another edition in the streets of Paris' 11th arrondissement, from May 16 to 20, 2024. On the program: dance, theater, music and comedy shows, all presented free of charge for all our enjoyment - we're running, of course. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From March 20, 2024 to June 30, 2024
Recommended age
For all
