This winter, Paris lights up with a rich and varied program of shows to warm up your evenings. Whether you're a fan of musical comedy, dance or looking for a magic show, the capital offers a multitude of options for your entertainment. Parisian theaters are gearing up to welcome new creations as well as revisited classics, to delight all audiences.
Shows and plays to see in Paris in December 2024
Christmas is fast approaching, that's for sure... But that's no reason not to keep up with this month's thriving live entertainment scene. Follow the guide! [Read more]
Fans of family shows will be delighted by the light-hearted, entertaining performances on Paris's biggest stages, including the Théâtre du Gymnase and the Théâtre des Nouveautés. Laughter and good humor guaranteed for a joyful break in the heart of winter.
For those who prefer more dramatic or contemporary performances, theaters like the Théâtre du Châtelet or venues like La Seine Musicale offer powerful and moving works. Winter is also the ideal season to discover immersive shows or original creations that shake up traditional stage codes.
And let's not forget the musical shows that bring Paris to life in winter, from grandiose musicals to intimate concerts. Whatever your desires, winter shows in Paris offer a diversity to satisfy all tastes and curiosities.
Les Misérables: a new production of the musical at the Théâtre du Châtelet
Discover the new French production of Les Misérables at the Théâtre du Châtelet from November 22 to December 31, 2024. This timeless musical has reached 130 million spectators. [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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
Ahmed Sylla: new date for his show Origami at the Dôme de Paris
Good news! After his three announced dates at the Dôme de Paris sold out, Ahmed Sylla is back with a new date on March 9, 2025. [Read more]
Ricky Gervais: the English comedian in Paris with his one-man show Mortality
Critically acclaimed humorist Ricky Gervais arrives in Paris with his new one-man show, exclusively at the Accor Arena Paris on March 8, 2025. The English-language show will be an opportunity to discover the award-winning comedian. [Read more]
Swan Lake: Tchaikovsky's legendary ballet at Arena Grand Paris
Swan Lake, Tchaikovsky's timeless ballet, is on the bill at the Arena Grand Paris for an exceptional evening on Saturday March 1, 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]
Le Festival Mondial de la Magie: the world's greatest magicians at the Folies Bergère
The Festival Mondial de la Magie is back on tour! After a successful first edition, the world's greatest magicians are back at the Folies Bergères on January 31, February 1 and 2, 2025. [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]
Messmer returns to the Grand Rex in Paris with his 13Hz show
Messmer, the master of hypnosis, is back in Paris with his show "13Hz", which has already won over a million spectators. See you from January 9 to 19, 2025 at the Grand Rex for a breathtaking show. [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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
Clara Morgane: her colourful new cabaret called Au 7ème
Clara Morgane returns to the stage for a brand new cabaret called Au 7ème. At the Bobino in Paris, the show takes you on a burlesque journey retracing the history of the female gender. [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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
Sleeping Beauty: Nureyev and Tchaikovsky's ballet at Opéra Bastille
After an absence of over ten years at the Opéra National de Paris, Sleeping Beauty, choreographed by Rudolf Nureyev, returns to the Opéra Bastille. First performed in 1966, the ballet retains Tchaikovsky's splendid music. [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]
Charlotte Campana's La Femme Bocale at Théâtre Le Bout: a plunge into modern life - Invitations
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.Take part in the contest at the bottom of the article to try to win your invitations. [Read more]
Peaky Blinders: The redemption of Thomas Shelby, the show adapted from the cult series
Peaky Blinders: The redemption of Thomas Shelby plays at La Seine Musicale from March 11 to 30. The show, adapted from Steven Knight's TV series by Benoit Swan Pouffer, has already attracted over 100,000 spectators! [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]
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]
Viktor Vincent, the mentalist at the Olympia for the first time
Viktor Vincent, the unmissable French mentalist, is back on stage in Paris. On December 22 and 23, 2024, the talented illusionist will be performing at the legendary Olympia. His latest show, "Fantastik", promises a plunge into the fantastic and wonderful world of illusion. [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]
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]
Gad Elmaleh: his next show dates in Paris and Île-de-France in 2024
Last tickets for Gad Elmaleh Lui-même's show at the Arena Grand Paris this Saturday, September 28, 2024, before he begins his France-wide tour on January 28, 2025. [Read more]
Caroline Vigneaux: the comedian at Grand Rex with her show In Vigneaux Veritas
Caroline Vigneaux's latest one-woman show, In Vigneaux Veritas, will run for three exceptional dates at the Grand Rex from March 20 to 22, 2025. [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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
"Les Souliers Rouges": Marc Lavoine's musical at the Salle Pleyel in Paris
"Les Souliers Rouges", by Marc Lavoine and Fabrice Aboulker, a musical epic to be discovered at Salle Pleyel from February 9 to 11, 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]
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]
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]
Pablo Mira: his show Passé Simple at the Folies Bergère in late 2024
Quotidien columnist and humorist Pablo Mira takes to the Folies Bergère with his latest show, Passé Simple. After performing at the Palais des Glaces, the comedian invades the capital from December 26 to 31, 2024. [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]
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]
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]
Panayotis Pascot: his next show dates in Paris in 2024
After selling over 20,000 tickets in three days for his new show, comedian Panayotis Pascot has added a few dates in Paris to his tour: from January 14 to March 1, 2025 at the Théâtre Fontaine. [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]
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]
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]
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]
Alban Ibanov: his next show dates in Paris and Île-de-France in 2024
Comedian Alban Ivanov returns to the Olympia with his one-man show "Vedette 2.0", from December 26, 2024 to January 4, 2025, then at the Arena Grand Paris on February 1, 2025! A very funny show, but also autobiographical, in which the comedian recalls his career. [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]
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]
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]
Gitans - Le Musical: the new gypsy music creation
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]
Shows and plays to see in Paris in December 2024
