What’s On in Paris? Live Events in March 2025

Looking for things to do in Paris this March? Whether it’s theatre, opera, ballet, jazz, cabaret, or something else entirely, we’ve got you covered.

Shows in Paris Closing in March 2025!

Pause by Adel Fugazi at La Nouvelle Seine

(Until March 29th, 2025)
As its name suggests, Adel Fugazi’s stand-up show Pause offers a well-earned break from the chaos of everyday life. If you're in need of laughter, this is the show to see. Performed at La Nouvelle Seine—a unique comedy club set aboard a riverboat on the Seine—both the venue and the performance promise an unforgettable experience. Treat yourself to a night of comedy with Premium Options, including champagne or a gourmet dinner. Click the link below to explore your choices!
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Bate Fado at Théâtre du Rond-Point

(Until March 22nd, 2025)
Choreographic duo Jonas&Lander have reimagined traditional Portuguese fado music in this experimental contemporary show. Join the dancers, musicians, and singers on stage on a journey through the intertwining threads of tradition and modernity that the show explores. Poetry, visual art, culture: this is truly an unmissable performance.
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Four New Works from Lucinda Childs at Chaillot National Dance Theatre

(Until March 22nd, 2025)
American choreographer Lucinda Childs has gained world renown for her precise and geometric style of movement, valuing minimalist elegance to highlight the relationship between the body, space, and time. Her four latest short works are set to music by Hildur Guðnadóttir and Phillip Glass, and show exemplary mastery of musicality and rhythm with the clean lines and shapes made by the dancers. Even Lucinda Childs herself graces the stage with an unforgettable solo…
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Theatre in Paris’ Top Shows for March 2025!

• ♥ Titanique, a side-splittingly funny jukebox musical at Lido 2 Paris in Paris (Until June 1st, 2025)
• ♥ The Sleeping Beauty, a timeless tale of romance told through the medium of ballet at Opéra Bastille in Paris (Until March 19th, 2025)
• ♥ La Traviata, an immersive opera experience at Jacquemart-André Museum in Paris (Until June 28th, 2025)
• ♥ Lion King: The Musical, the international best-selling hit at Théâtre Mogador in Paris (Until June 29th, 2025)

Opera, Ballet, and Contemporary Dance in Paris in March 2025

Paris, opera, ballet, and contemporary dance go back a long way. They share a common history, and this heritage continues to this day: from incredible, grandiose opera productions to contemporary ballets, strong and innovative in form, Paris proudly celebrates its opera and dance performances.

OPERAS

• • Il Viaggio, Dante, a reimagining of Dante’s classic ‘The Divine Comedy’ at Opéra Palais Garnier in Paris (Until April 9th, 2025)
• • Don Carlos, a tale of love, politics, and religious conflict at Opéra Bastille in Paris (Until April 25th, 2025)
• • Pelléas et Mélisande, a complicated love triangle told through music at Opéra Bastille in Paris (Until March 27th, 2025)

BALLETS

• ♥ The Sleeping Beauty, a quintessential and whimsical ballet at Opéra Bastille in Paris (Until July 12th, 2025)
• • Marie Antoinette by the Malandain Ballet Biarritz, a nuanced representation of the life of its eponymous aristocrat at the Royal Opera of Versailles in Paris (Until March 9th, 2025)
• • Requiem(s) by the Ballet Preljocaj, an avant-garde ballet about reconciling with grief at the Royal Opera of Versailles in Paris (Until March 16th, 2025)

CONTEMPORARY DANCE

• • Los Guardiola, a blend of tango, mime and physical theatre at Théâtre des Gémeaux Parisiens in Paris (Until March 29th, 2025)
• • Zonder, an explosion of energy and humour at Théâtre Silvia Monfort in Paris (Until March 23rd, 2025)
• • Bate Fado, a contemporary revival of traditional Portuguese music and dance at Théâtre du Rond-Point in Paris (Until March 21st, 2025)

Plays and classical theatre pieces playing in Paris in March 2025

Paris, the capital of theatre, celebrates a long tradition of stagecraft that continues to this day. From classics to contemporary creations, Parisian stages offer captivating shows every evening, where tradition and innovation rub shoulders to delight the audience.

• • Macbeth an edgy adaptation of Shakespeare’s eerie tale at the Comédie-Française (Until May 11th, 2025)****
• • Molière’s The Miser a classic play packed with playful jokes at Théâtre Le Ranelagh (Until April 26th, 2025)*
• • The Satin Slipper, an ambitious and monumental play about love, faith, and power at the Comédie-Française (Until April 13th, 2025)****
• • The Picture of Dorian Gray Oscar Wilde’s tale of the dangers of desiring eternal youth Théâtre Le Ranelagh (Until April 23rd, 2025)*
• • The Bald Soprano an absurd theatre piece at Théâtre de la Huchette (All year round!)*
• • The Lesson an absurd theatre piece at Théâtre de la Huchette (All year round!)*
• • Ionesco Package with The Lesson and The Bald Soprano playing in one night at Théâtre de la Huchette (All year round!)*

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**100% in English
***100% in French
****Surtitling Smart Glasses

Musicals playing in Paris in March 2025

Paris’ theatres are continuously staging grandiose productions and daring creations, offering spectators moments of wonder… and this includes musicals too! From timeless classics to innovative novelties, Paris invites you to discover a series of captivating broadway-level musicals, promising memorable evenings and lasting emotions.

• ♥ Lion King: The Musical, the international best-selling hit at Théâtre Mogador in Paris (Until June 29th, 2025)*
• • Coup Fatal a blend of European Baroque and vibrant Congolese music at Théâtre du Rond-Point (Until April 5th, 2025)***
• ♥ Titanique, a side-splittingly funny jukebox musical at Lido 2 Paris (Until June 1st, 2025)**
• • Hello Dolly! a bold and brassy musical about the new girl in town at Lido 2 Paris (Until March 2nd, 2025)**

*Surtitles in English
**100% in English
***100% in French
****Surtitling Smart Glasses

Stand-up playing in Paris in March 2025

Looking for a laugh while you’re in Paris? You’re in for a treat! See a Stand-up show in Paris where they debunk all the Parisian stereotypes or see some of the talent the comedy capital of France has to offer - the choice is in your hands!

• • How to Become Parisian in One Hour Olivier Giraud’s comedy masterclass at Théâtre des Nouveautés (All year round!)**
• • Oh My God She’s Parisian! the stand-up sensation at Théâtre Bo Saint-Martin (All year round!)**

*Surtitles in English
**100% in English
***100% in French
****Surtitling Smart Glasses

Concerts in Paris in March 2025

Paris is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, and no visit to this enchanting city is complete without immersing yourself in its world-class classical music scene. Lucky for you, we have plenty of concerts playing this month, playing in some of Paris’ most famous landmarks!

• • Seine River Jazz Dinner Concerts, a series of concerts promising a night of luxury and soothing jazz tunes at Le Son de la Terre (Until February 4th, 2026)
• • Candlelight concert series, a peaceful and breathtaking musical experience at Saint-Éphrem Church (Until June 30th, 2025)
• • Baiser Salé Jazz Concerts for a groovy evening of jazz and funk at Baiser Salé Jazz Club (Until July 30th, 2025)
• • Sunday Morning Concert Series a classical music treat for any weekend at Théâtre des Champs-Élysées (Until June 29th, 2025)
• • Opéra Garnier Concert Series, a programme from contemporary talents breathing new life into incredible classical works (Until June 22nd, 2025)

Cabarets in Paris in March 2025

While Paris is known for its beautiful concert halls, the city is also known for its thrilling alternative side in the form of cabaret shows. If you're looking for a night of glitz and glamour, then securing tickets for a cabaret show in Paris is an absolute must!

• • Crazy Horse Cabaret Show a marvel of seductive avant-garde performance (All year round!)
• • Paradis Latin Cabaret Show the shining star of Parisian cabaret (All year round!)
• • Cabaret Canaille, a love letter to the American golden age of cabaret at Théâtre Michel (All year round!)
• • Le Cabaret Burlesque, a classic pin-up girl cabaret on the river barge at La Nouvelle Seine (All year round!)

Concerts and Shows Near Paris in March 2025

While the cultural offering in Paris is immense, don't forget the surrounding areas and regions! These offer shows that are well worth the detour.

• • Sacred Music, an inspiring and uplifting series of concerts at the Royal Chapel of Versailles (Until June 26th, 2025)
• • Concert Series of unforgettable classical works performed in the jaw-droppingly beautiful Royal Opera of Versailles (Until July 14th, 2025)*
• • Marie Antoinette by the Malandain Ballet Biarritz, a nuanced representation of the life of its eponymous aristocrat at the Royal Opera of Versailles in Paris (Until March 9th, 2025)
• • Requiem(s) by the Ballet Preljocaj, an avant-garde ballet about reconciling with grief at the Royal Opera of Versailles in Paris (Until March 16th, 2025)

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