What could be better than clearing your head after a busy day at work? Paris and the surrounding region offer a wide range of options for doing just that, including a huge selection of plays and shows. We know it can be hard to decide which new creation to go and see, which is why we've come up with some show reviews for you!
What shows and plays are on offer in Paris this week?
This week, Paris offers an exceptional selection of plays and shows to suit all tastes. Take advantage of the capital's charm and the increasingly long evenings to discover new creations. [Read more]
Our reviews, written by members of the editorial team after attending a performance in Paris or the Ile-de-France region, will help you choose the week's best releases. We try to be as precise as possible, without spoiling the show or play, so you know what to expect.
With the arrival of spring, Paris invites you to discover its must-see plays. Take advantage of this season to experience great emotions on stage! [Read more]
The sheer number of shows and plays on offer in Paris and the Ile-de-France region can make the choice difficult. Comedy, classical or contemporary theater, dance, magic or comedy, we offer reviews of a wide variety of shows. Take advantage of the sunny weather to discover new creations and, if you feel like it, continue your long summer evening in a restaurant or stroll through the lively city.
Whether you're a regular on the Parisian scene, or just curious, our reviews are here to guide you!
Cyrano de Bergerac: Edmond Rostand's play starring Édouard Baer extended - our review
It's impossible to miss a classic like Cyrano de Bergerac! Edmond Rostand's cult play, directed by Anne Kessler, runs at the Théâtre Antoine until June 29. Cyrano will be played by none other than actor and comedian Édouard Baer. [Read more]
ADN: the thriller play based on real events extended in Paris - our review
How about seeing a thriller at the theater instead of the cinema this time? ADN, by Caroline Ami and Flavie Péan, is at the Théâtre Michel! A victim of its own success, the play has been extended until August 30, 2025. [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]
Edmond by Alexis Michalik at the Théâtre du Palais Royal: our review
Edmond, Alexis Michalik's third play, which premiered at the Théâtre du Palais Royal in 2016, is still running at the Théâtre du Ier Arrondissement. After more than 5 Molières awards, the play has been extended until July 12, 2025. [Read more]
Oublie-moi, the play awarded 4 Molières at Théâtre La Bruyère: our review
Oublie moi, a play with a cult following, won 4 Molières awards in 2023. Written by Thierry Lopez and Marie-Julie Baup, the play runs at the Théâtre de la Bruyere from Tuesday to Sunday until July 25, 2025. [Read more]
L'Injuste: the thriller at the Théâtre de la Renaissance - our review
Fans of suspenseful thrillers? The Théâtre de la Renaissance has a new play for you! Running until June 8, 2025, L'Injuste stars Jacques Weber and Elodie Navarre in a 1993 encounter between a high-ranking Nazi dignitary and a journalist from an Israeli daily. Here's our review. [Read more]
Intra Muros, Alexis Michalik's play, extended at Théâtre La Pépinière - our review
Since September 2017, Intra Muros, Alexis Michalik's fourth theatrical creation, has been performed at the Théâtre La Pépinière. The play returns to the stage from January 12, 2025. [Read more]
4211 Km: the moving play awarded at the Molières 2024 extended - our review
A family's journey above all, 4211 Km is the distance separating two countries and two destinies. A captivating play that traces a poignant journey of exile and freedom, back on stage at the Théâtre Marigny in Paris, from January 22, 2025. [Read more]
La scène Barbès, the New York-style comedy club
The Barbès stage is the place to be in Paris's 18th arrondissement. The comedy club offers 3 different sets featuring established comedians, potential future stand-up stars and even first-time performers. [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]
An Irish Story: back at La Scala Paris
An Irish Story returns to La Scala Paris from April 2 to June 23, 2025, a play by Kelly Rivière that takes us into the mysteries of her family. [Read more]
Le Cercle des poètes disparus: the award-winning play is extended at Théâtre Antoine - our review
A victim of its own success, Le Cercle des poètes disparus has been extended at the Théâtre Antoine until April 30, 2025. [Read more]
Les Marchands d'Étoiles: the deeply moving extended play - our review
The play Les Marchands d'Étoiles, after a triumph in Avignon, is extended in Paris at Le Splendid from January 7 to June 29, 2025. A moving and funny play about the Second World War. [Read more]
The musical Notre-Dame de Paris returns to the Palais des Congrès in 2025 - Our opinion
More than 25 years after its creation, the musical Notre-Dame de Paris returns to the Palais des Congrès, where it all began in 1998, for 13 exceptional performances, from December 19, 2025 to January 4, 2026. A show to (re)discover. [Read more]
The next time you bite the dust: the adaptation of Panayotis' book - our review
Panayotis Pascot's first book, La prochaine fois tu mordras la poussière (The Next Time You Bite the Dust), released in 2023, lands in theaters with Vassili Schneider in the lead role. Adapted and directed by Paul Pascot, the play runs from May 28 to 31, 2025 at the Théâtre Antoine. [Read more]
Panayotis Pascot: everything you need to know about his new show - our review
Good news! Even though Panayotis Pascot's tour and his Paris dates at L'Européen and Théâtre Fontaine are announced as sold out, you'll have another chance to discover the comedian on stage: new dates for his show Entre les deux have been announced at Bobino from September 23 to 27, from September 30 to October 4 and at Olympia from January 20 to 24, 2026. [Read more]
Tom Baldetti: his show Tome 1 extended at La Scala Paris - our review
Tom Baldetti's first show, sold out until May 31 at the Palais des Glaces, arrives at La Scala Paris on September 8. A rising star in the world of comedy, you'll also have the chance to bump into him on the Parisian comedy club scene. [Read more]
Manu Payet announces a new date for his show Emmanuel 2 at the Dôme de Paris
French actor and comedian Manu Payet takes to the stage at the Dôme de Paris on November 26, 2025, after a string of successful dates at the Théâtre de la Madeleine. [Read more]
What shows and plays are on offer in Paris this week?
Plays to see this spring in Paris
