September is synonymous with the start of the new theatrical season in Paris. Like every year, the French capital is teeming with new productions, and 2024 stands out for its particularly rich offering of comedies. This guide will show you the comedy trends you won't want to miss.
Comedy has always been a mainstay of the Parisian theatrical landscape. A mirror of society, it offers both pure entertainment and a reflection on current mores. Through laughter, directors and actors tackle a wide range of themes, from everyday life to more profound subjects.
Without revealing specific titles, this year marks a growing interest in satirical comedies and modern farces. The creations focus on a critique of technology, politics and human relationships in the digital age. The focus on the absurdity of certain contemporary situations promises plenty of laughs.
Paris is full of theaters, each with its own history and specificity. For comedy, the choice of venue can influence the experience. Some venues, by virtue of their architecture or audience, are veritable institutions for this genre. Their programming often reflects expertise and a genuine passion for humor.
With so much on offer, it can be hard to choose. But one thing's for sure: September 2024 in Paris will be all about laughter. The new theatrical season promises to be both promising and entertaining. To keep up to date with the latest favorites and must-sees, don't hesitate to return to this regularly updated article.
Une Situation Délicate, the play starring Gérard Darmon and Max Boublil, returns to Paris in September
A victim of its own success, Une situation délicate is back in Paris, playing at the Théâtre des Nouveautés from September 26, 2024 to December 31, 2024. A comedy that's sure to get you excited about the start of the new school year in 2024! [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]
Chaos, improvised comedy returns to the Studio des Champs-Élysées
Chaos is the latest creation from Compagnie d'Improvisation Eux, returning to the Studio des Champs-Elysées from September 23 to December 31, 2024. Following the success of the show Bio, the Compagnie is offering new dates for its latest improvised show. [Read more]
Comme il vous plaira: Shakeaspeare's play at the Théâtre Hébertot
The comedy Comme il vous plaira, by the famous playwright William Shakespeare, is on at the Théâtre Hébertot from September 18 to December 31, 2024. Winner of 4 Molières (Best Private Show, Best Direction, Best Adaptation, Best Supporting Actress), the play offers audiences a modern translation. [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]
Le Duplex, a comedy starring Anny Duperey and Pascal Légitimus, returns to the Théâtre de Paris in September
Le Duplex, a hilarious neighborhood quarrel starring Anny Duperey and Pascal Légitimus, returns to the Théâtre de Paris from September 12, 2024 to January 5, 2025. [Read more]
Mes Copains d'abord: a humorous comedy at the Grand Point Virgule in Paris
Mes Copains d'abord is the comedy show playing at the Grand Point Virgule in Paris until January 5, 2025. A comedy that promises plenty of laughs and food for thought! [Read more]
L'Heure des Assassins: Julien Lefebvre's new police comedy
L'Heure des Assassins is Julien Lefebvre's new theatrical creation, running until January 5, 2025 at La Comédie de Paris. A true detective comedy, the play takes you to a London theater where a murder has unfortunately taken place... [Read more]
Un Atelier pour deux returns to the Théâtre de Passy, with Véronique Jannot and Jean-Luc Moreau
Un Atelier pour deux, by Laurence Jyl, returns to the Théâtre de Passy from September 28, 2024. In this lively comedy, we witness a woman's dilemma in a long and morose love affair. [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]
L'embarras du choix, the interactive play, is back at Gaîté Montparnasse!
L'embarras du choix returns to the Gaîté Montparnasse on March 20. Sébastien Azzopardi and Sacha Danino's interactive comedy invites you to take part in the show. [Read more]
Menopause, the comedy that breaks the rules, returns to Paris
Ménopause, the comedy that shakes up the rules is on at the Grand Point Virgule until December 31. Co-written and directed by Alex Goude, this comedy takes a humorous, no-holds-barred look at menopause. [Read more]
C'est Décidé, Je Deviens Une Connasse! at the Comédie Oberkampf in Paris
Discover C'est Décidé, Je Deviens Une Connasse! a hilarious show at the Comédie Oberkampf in Paris until January 5, 2025. [Read more]
Je t'aime à l'Italienne and à l'Algérienne at La Divine Comédie
Je t'aime à l'Italienne et à l'Algérienne transports you to a Mediterranean romantic comedy at the Théâtre Les Enfants du Paradis, Paris, from September 13, 2024 to January 5, 2025. [Read more]
A brilliant idea, the 2-Molière comedy at the Théâtre des Variétés
Une idée géniale is Sébastien Castro's not-to-be-missed comedy at the Théâtre des Variétés, from September 12, 2024. It's a comedy play featuring... three look-alikes! [Read more]
Check Up, Sébastien Thiery's new comedy starring Bernard Campan
Check up is Sébastien Thiery's new creation, starring Bernard Campan and four other actors in a zany comedy. Playing at the Théâtre Antoine from September 12, the comedy promises to make you laugh your way back to school. [Read more]
Fred Radix's La Claque at La Gaîté Montparnasse: the history of theater claque
Fred Radix presents La Claque, an interactive play in which he revisits the history of the claque (applause) in theater. The show runs at the Gaîté Montparnasse from September 15, 2024 to May 27, 2025. [Read more]
Sherlock Holmes VS Conan Doyle: the ultimate duel at Théâtre Les Enfants du Paradis
The comedy Sherlock Holmes VS Conan Doyle, where the imaginary confronts the real, takes up residence at the Théâtre Les Enfants du Paradis in Paris from June 26 to September 29, 2024. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024
