And yes, it's already back to school! After thrilling this summer alongside our athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Parisians are returning to their routines. Is it getting you down? Don't worry, we've got the anti-depression solution for back-to-school: check out the new theatrical releases in our magnificent Parisian theaters! In this article, we present the 10 must-see plays for September!
September is an exceptional time to immerse yourself in the world of Parisian theater. The City of Light offers a vast choice of plays, ideal for spending exceptional evenings. Parisian theaters offer a rich and varied program to suit all tastes, from revisited classics to contemporary creations . Hard to choose? That's why we've selected the 10 plays you shouldn't miss if you love theater.
To make the most of your outing, don't hesitate to book your tickets in advance. Parisian theaters such as the Théâtre de la Ville, the Théâtre du Châtelet, and many others, often sell out quickly during this period. Especially as September plays are often popular with audiences, as they mark the start of the cultural season in Paris. While the list could go on and on, here's a look at our top 10 must-see plays.
Ring - variations de couple: the autumn play about love
Following its triumph at the Festival d'Avignon 2024, the play Ring, variations du couple, arrives in Paris at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre from September 3, 2024 to January 18, 2025. [Read more]
The extraordinary destiny of Sarah Bernhardt, the play about the actress's life
L'extraordinaire destinée de Sarah Bernhardt plays at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal from August 27 to December 22, 2024. The play tells the wild story of the French actress, painter and sculptor. [Read more]
Les Marchands d'Étoiles: the moving play about the Second World War
The play Les Marchands d'Étoiles, after a triumph in Avignon, arrives in Paris at Le Splendid until January 5, 2025. A moving and funny play about the Second World War. [Read more]
Le Cercle des poètes disparus: Molières award-winning play at Théâtre Libre
Le Cercle des poètes disparus, after its great success at the Théâtre Antoine, will be back for a new season at the Théâtre libre from September 11 to October 13, 2024. [Read more]
Les Crapauds fous: Mélody Mourey's play at the Théâtre de la Renaissance
Les Crapauds fous, Mélody Mourey's comedy based on a true story, returns to Paris at the Théâtre de la Renaissance from September 13, 2024. [Read more]
Festival du Saule 2024: a theater and performing arts festival at Bastille
From September 20 to 22, 2024, the Festival du Saule takes over the Bassin de l'Arsenal at Bastille to present 7 shows combining theater and music. [Read more]
Petits Silences Gênés, comedy at the Scène Parisienne
Petits Silences Gênés runs at Scène Parisienne from September 17 to December 31, 2024, every Tuesday and Wednesday at 9pm. [Read more]
Dämon - Bergman's El Funeral: Angélica Liddell's poignant play at the Odéon in Paris
Bergman's Dämon - El Funeral arrives in Paris following its success at the Festival d'Avignon, exploring the demons of Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman. [Read more]
Molière's L'Avare: the cult play at the Comédie-Française
L'Avare, one of Molière's best-known comedies, returns to the Comédie-Française for its third consecutive season. The play, directed by Lilo Baur, is a re-visited classic, set in the aftermath of the Second World War. [Read more]
La Famille, Samuel Benchetrit's new play with François-Xavier Demaison in Paris
La Famille is the latest creation by Samuel Benchetrit, playwright, director and actor. The comedy will run at the Théâtre Édouard VII from September 10, 2024 to January 5, 2025. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024
