Top 6 Musicals to See in Paris in 2024-2025

As another beautiful year in the City of Light glistens on the horizon, why not see in 2024 with a trip to the theatre? Music, whimsy, and gaiety abound in each one of Paris’ diverse theatres - and with a stellar schedule planned for each of these equally amazing venues, there’s truly no better way to celebrate than by enjoying a musical in Paris! Be it contemporary, classic, comedic or charming, we’ve got it all...read on for our comprehensive list of the very best musicals on offer in Paris this 2024-2025 season! Why not plan ahead and book your tickets now?

1. Lion King, the Musical
(French with English surtitles // All year long)

An ode to the Disney classic storms the stage of the Théâtre Mogador this 2024…marvel as the king of the Serengeti and all of his colourful friends are recreated by talented dancers, incredible puppetry, and stellar costume design! 13 years after its first successful run, Simba and his pals Pumbaa and Timon, the scheming Scar, and the wise Rafiki pay justice to the Disney classics we all know and love in their French translations. If you’re not a French-speaker, have no fear - English surtitles are projected for your viewing pleasure so that you don’t miss a beat! Stunning visuals and a set that transports audiences to the heart of the Savannah will have you falling in love with this classic tale all over again. Why not bring the whole family along?

2. Hello, Dolly!
(English with French Surtitles // Until January 5th, 2025)

In celebration of the 60th anniversary of this iconic staple of Broadway theatre, swing by the Lido 2 Paris for a sensational performance of Hello Dolly!. Follow our titular protagonist, Dolly Levi, as she navigates romance and fortune (with a couple of hilarious misunderstandings here and there!). Through her whimsical perspective of the world, we discover the quirks and joys of everyday life. Join her as she undertakes a matchmaking role for the ill-tempered merchant Horace Vandergelder and rejoice in her charming quest to bring happiness to those around her — will Dolly’s matchmaking capabilities prove successful…? Based on Thorton Wilder’s classic The Matchmaker, Hello Dolly! is a beloved adaptation that epitomises the fun-loving abandon of 60s-era theatricality. Certainly, this is not a show to be missed — say ‘hello’ to Dolly at the Lido 2 Paris this year!

3. The Rocky Horror Show
(English with French Surtitles // Until April 7th, 2024)

50 years on from its theatrical debut, a veritable gem of contemporary theatre returns to the stage this 2024 in Paris…a gripping story, festive atmosphere, and electrifying soundtrack coalesce in this dynamic homage to the one and only Rocky Horror Show! Richard O’Brien’s cult classic musical has won worldwide critical and public acclaim since its conception, largely on account of its penchant for audience participation — be warned! You might play a larger role in the story than just a spectator… Whimsy, over-the-top hi-jinks, and a rock-n-roll atmosphere you’ll adore are all on the agenda. For a dose of excitement and humour, opt for this mesmerising musical in Paris!

4. Mothers a Song for Wartime
(In Polish, Ukrainian and Belarusian, with French and English surtitles // October 15th - 19th, 2024)

Bringing together 25 Ukrainian, Belarusian and Polish mothers who share their poignant tales of war, exile and loss, the show is a powerful song in the face of adversity.
On stage, these courageous women bring their stories to life through traditional songs, monologues and choreographed movement. Their voices, imbued with pain and hope, rise like a powerful hymn in the face of adversity and bear witness to the strength and resilience of mothers in the face of the horrors of war.
Mothers a Song for Wartime goes beyond a simple play to become a serene space of communion and humanity. The show invites the audience to confront the heartbreaking reality of war and to celebrate the strength of the human spirit.

5. La Voix d’or
(In French with no surtitles // August 30th, 2024 - January 12th, 2025)

Immerse yourself in the astonishing world of the 1950s and let yourself be swept away by the captivating melodies of La Voix d'or, a musical coming to the Théâtre La Bruyère.
Inspired by the true story of Charles Gentes, a singer with a "golden voice" who shot to fame in the period following World War II, this play recounts his extraordinary career and the romances and family secrets that influenced his life. Six actors bring this incredible biography to life on stage, taking you through the golden age of French music.
As the show unfolds, discover the passionate love story between Charles and Christine, a fellow gifted singer, as their ambitions grow and dreams shatter. It is a touching, humorous story that will make you laugh as well as cry.
La Voix d'or is much more than just a musical. It's a vibrant journey full of emotion that will take you back to a bygone era full of French chanson.

6. Coup fatal
(A few lines in French, mostly song // March 28th to April 5th, 2025)

This sonic journey blends the richness of European baroque with the vibrant pulse of Congolese music, for a stimulating experience of musical vibration.
On stage, some fifteen artists - musicians, singers and dancers - bring together two musical worlds that might seem opposites: European Baroque, with its complex melodies and delicate harmonies, and Congolese music, rich in lively rhythms and polyphonic chants.
Coup fatal is an exploration of themes that cross cultures and eras. Love, loss, joy and resilience are expressed through the voices of the singers and the movements of the dancers.

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