In addition to musicals, the live entertainment industry also offers musical shows. Shows in which music plays a predominant role, of course, but which are somewhat different from musicals in the strict sense of the word.
In the world of live performance, artists often like to combine theater with music, the kind that soothes the soul, the kind that goes so well with literary texts.
Whether it's artists who tell their stories through music, actors who choose to be accompanied by musicians for the duration of a given show, ortribute to song or singers, there are many forms of musical performance. Shows built around a musical work, shows by songwriters, funny or dramatic shows, all have the merit of attracting a wider audience. Theater and music lovers alike.
Of course, the capital is full of musical offerings. Some venues, such as the Théâtre du Châtelet, to a lesser extent, or the more recent Lido2Paris, have chosen to specialize in musical theater.
"Monsieur Joseph", the historic musical returns to Paris - extended run in December
Sponsored - Following its success at the Théâtre Clavel and its nomination for the Trophées de la Comédie Musicale, "Monsieur Joseph" returns to the Centre Paris Anim' Point du Jour from December 18 to 21. A show for all ages 6 and up! [Read more]
Black Legends: the musical extended at Théâtre Bobino
Black Legends, the musical comedy celebrating 20th-century black American music, returns to Paris. The show, which has already attracted over 200,000 spectators, is extended at the Théâtre Bobino until April 26, 2025. [Read more]
Madagascar: the musical comedy from the cult animated film is extended in Paris
Do you miss the crazy animals from the animated film Madagascar? They're back in the form of a musical! The show will run at the Théâtre du Gymnase until March 9, 2025. [Read more]
La Dame de Pierre a tribute to Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral
La Dame de Pierre, a veritable historical fresco, pays tribute in music and light to the cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris. On December 20, 21 and 22, 2024, a few days after the reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris, the show returns for a second season, following the success of its first performances. [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]
The Lion King: the cult musical at the Théâtre Mogador - our review
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 a fourth season, and is currently playing in Paris. [Read more]
Hello Dolly! the famous musical 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]
TRASH!, a committed percussion show at the Bobino
Recycling, music and humor for a unique show: the TRASH! experience on the Bobino stage from December 19 to January 19, 2025. [Read more]
Le Siffleur: Fred Radix's show returns to Paris
Comedian Fred Radix whistles the most beautiful arias of classical music in his show Le Siffleur, and has already won over 260,000 fans. From December 10, 2024 to February 25, 2025, his funny and poetic show is on at the Gaîté Montparnasse. [Read more]
La Haine: new dates for the musical adaptation of the film at La Seine Musicale
A hit! The musical La Haine, based on Mathieu Kassovitz's cult film, has announced new dates at La Seine Musicale. The show has been extended from December 4 to January 5, 2025. [Read more]
Le Soldat Rose celebrates 15 years of enchantment at the Palais des Congrès de Paris
Discover Le Soldat Rose from December 27 to January 5, 2025 at the Palais des Congrès in Paris, during the festive season. [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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
The Nutcracker: the new production of Tchaikovsky's ballet at Arena Grand Paris
Tchaikovsky's legendary ballet, The Nutcracker, arrives in the capital in a new production at the end of 2024. Playing at the Arena Grand Paris, the ballet will plunge you into the festive season. [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]
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]
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]
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]
The Mozart Mystery: an immersive musical and theatrical journey at the Collège des Bernardins
From June 2025, music lovers and the curious will rediscover Mozart's most beautiful works, which will come to life in an original musical and theatrical journey through the heart of the sublime Collège des Bernardins. [Read more]
Molière l'opéra urbain, the extraordinary musical show returns to the Dôme de Paris in 2025
Oyez, admirers of the great Molière. The story of the playwright (and actor), a member of the Comédie-Française, is adapted into a brand new kind of musical. Molière becomes a sublime urban opera, performed once again at the Paris Dome from February 18 to 28, 2025. [Read more]
The Sun King: the cult musical comes to the Dôme de Paris in 2025 - lead role revealed
Powdered wigs and corsets are going to be in short supply ... because the Sun King is back in action in 2025! Twenty years after its very first performance, Kamel Ouali and Dove Attia's cult musical makes a comeback worthy of Versailles. Tickets are now available! [Read more]
Disney on Ice: The Snow Queen and Encanto enchant Paris in January 2025
The Snow Queen and Encanto take center stage in the new Disney on Ice show at the Adidas Arena in Paris from January 2 to 12. [Read more]
Brel! Jacques Brel tribute show in Paris for one date only
Brel! The show returns for an exceptional date in Paris, this January 25 2025 at La Salle Pleyel. After winning over the whole world, Oliver Laurent once again performs Jacques Brel, accompanied by four musicians. The actor and singer takes us back in time, through the cult music of the French chanson star. [Read more]
Génération Céline: the new musical tribute to Céline Dion
Attention Céline Dion fans! A new musical show called Génération Céline is being created and will arrive in Paris on September 20 and 21, 2025. Four female singers accompanied by a troupe of musicians will cover 23 of her greatest hits. [Read more]
Les Souliers Rouges: Marc Lavoine's musical at the Casino de Paris
Les Souliers Rouges, by Marc Lavoine and Fabrice Aboulker, a musical epic to be discovered at the Casino de Paris on January 24, 25 and 26, 2025. [Read more]
Gitans - Le Musical: the new gypsy-music creation at Théâtre Libre
New musical event, Gitans - Le Musical arrives on the Théâtre Libre stage from January 10 to April 6, 2025. The show promises to be a colorful tribute to gypsy culture. [Read more]
The World of Queen: a show paying tribute to the rock legend in Paris
The World of Queen returns to Paris and on tour throughout France with a new show. The show, a tribute to the iconic rock band Queen, will be staged at the Dôme de Paris on April 3, 2025. [Read more]
Camille & Phuphuma Love Minus: concert-performance at the Cité de la Musique in Paris in 2025
"A piece about water without water" is the name of Robyn Orlin's musical show, billed as a "concert-performance". On stage, spectators will be treated to the presence of singer Camille, joined for the occasion by the South African choir Phuphuma Love Minus. Not to be missed from Wednesday February 5 to Sunday February 9, 2025 at the Cité de la Musique in Paris. [Read more]
"The Simon and Garfunkel Story": the musical event returns to Paris in 2025 at the Salle Pleyel
Simon & Garfunkel fans beware! The Simon and Garfunkel Story returns to Paris in April 2025, at the Salle Pleyel. An opportunity to discover - or rediscover - songs that are now legendary! [Read more]
Les Caramels Fous present Les Casse-Bonbons au pays des Enchantés at Grand Point Virgule in Paris
Les Caramels fous return to the Grand Point Virgule with their show Les Casse-Bonbons au pays des Enchantés from January 17 to 26, 2025. [Read more]
Jean-Paul Rouve: his show L'air de rien, a tribute to French chanson
French actor Jean-Paul Rouve has announced a new show, L'air de rien, to be presented at L'Olympia on October 13 and 14, 2025. The show will be a cross between literature and music, with the actor paying homage to French chanson by focusing on its words. [Read more]
