Blue Monday: the anti-depression plays to see in Paris this January 20, 2025

Published by Philippine de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Published on January 3, 2025 at 02:20 p.m.
Beat the Blue Monday gloom with invigorating plays in Paris, emotions and smiles guaranteed.

Blue Monday, often described as the most depressing day of the year, falls on January 20, 2025. To counter this famous winter gloom, there's nothing like a theatrical outing in Paris. Parisian stages are brimming with anti-depression shows that will make you forget the dreariness and put a smile back on your face.

Between hilarious comedies, dynamic musical performances and poetic creations, the theater is a real wellness cure. Parisian theaters, whether intimate or prestigious, offer a wide variety of shows capable of touching all sensibilities. Whether you're a lover of laughter, strong emotions or simply in search of escape, you're bound to find a play to your taste.

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The benefits of theater on morale are well proven: laugh out loud, marvel at captivating stories or share a collective energy in a packed theatre. These suspended moments will give you a fresh start and turn a grey Monday into a bright day. Make this January 20 an unforgettable date by letting yourself be carried away by the positive energy of Parisian theater. Get your tickets now and treat yourself to a cultural break to brighten up your winter!

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On January 20, 2025

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