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What’s On in Paris? Live Events in October 2024
Looking for things to do in Paris this October 2024? Whether it’s theatre, opera, ballet, jazz, cabaret, or something else entirely, we’ve got you covered.
Shows in Paris Closing in October 2024!
Picture a Day Like This a compelling new opera at the Opéra Comique
(Until October 31st, 2024)
The formidable talents George Benjamin and Martin Crimp join forces for the first time in 11 years. The result? The faultless one-act opera, Picture a Day Like This. Featuring French mezzo-soprano Marianne Crebassa and a whole host of other outstanding performers, don’t miss this touching piece before its departure at the end of the month.
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Stéphane Degout Recital - L'Amour du chant an exceptional vocal recital at the Opéra Comique
(Until October 29th, 2024)
This transcendental vocal recital should be at the top of your watch list this month. Phenomenal French bass-baritone Stéphane Degout guides his audience through an ethereal vocal performance, moving from the Baroque to the contemporary. Accompanied by acclaimed pianist Cédric Tiberghien performing the compositions of George Benjamin, this is truly a performance for the books.
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Theatre in Paris’ Top Shows for October 2024!
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Opera, Ballet, and Contemporary Dance in Paris in October 2024
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
- • Faust, the soul-searching classic opera at the Opéra Bastille in Paris (Until October 18th, 2024)
- • La fille du régiment (The Daughter of the Regiment), Donizetti’s exuberant opera at the Opéra Bastille in Paris (Until November 20th, 2024)
- • La Traviata, the immersive opera experience at the Jaquemart-André Museum in Paris (Until June 28th, 2025)
- • Les Brigands (The Bandits), a work of comedy genius at Opera Palais Garnier in Paris (Until July 12th, 2025)
- • Verdi’s Rigoletto, an intimate night of opera at the Jaquemart-André Museum in Paris (Until June 21st, 2025)
- • Vocal Masterpieces at the Philharmonie de Paris in Paris (Until May 20th, 2025)
BALLETS
CONTEMPORARY DANCE
- • Wing Chun, a mix of dance and martial arts at Palais des Congrès (4-6 October, 2024)
- • 7x7 Salon chorégraphique, an experimental and dynamic contemporary dance piece at the Théâtre du Rond-Point in Paris (Until October 12th, 2024)
- • Come Kiss Me Now by Alban Richard, a melancholic contemporary dance piece at the Chaillot National Dance Theatre in Paris (Until October 5th, 2024)
- • Tiaen tiamen (Episode 1) by Bulareyaung Dance Company, a mind-boggling contemporary dance piece at the Chaillot National Dance Theatre in Paris (Until October 12th, 2024)
- • William Forsythe / Johan Inger, an international fusion of contemporary dance at the Opera Palais Garnier in Paris (Until November 3rd, 2024)
Plays and classical theatre pieces playing in Paris in October 2024
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.
- • Ionesco Package including The Lesson and The Bald Soprano in a back-to-back absurd theatre special playing in one night at Théâtre de la Huchette (All year round!)*
- • The Lesson, an unrivalled classic at Théâtre de la Huchette (All year round!)*
- • The Bald Soprano, an unstoppable phenomenon at Théâtre de la Huchette (All year round!)*
- • La Serva amorosa a comedy of conniving and romance at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin (Until November 3rd, 2024)***
- • Racine Carrée du verbe etr by Amine Adjina, a poetic and philosophical contemporary theatre piece at the Théâtre de la Colline (Until December 22nd, 2024)***
- • L'Extraordinaire Destinée de Sarah Bernhardt, a captivating biographical theatre piece about the legendary actress at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal in Paris (Until December 22nd, 2024)***
*Surtitles in English
**100% in English
***100% in French
Cabarets in Paris in October 2024
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 avant-garde performance (All year round!)
- • Madame Arthur - Cabaret Drag Show, a raucously seductive spectacle (All year round!)
- • Paradis Latin Cabaret Show the shining star of Parisian cabaret (All year round!)
- • Paris je t’aime an indulgent ode to classic Parisian culture at La Nouvelle Ève (All year round!)
- • Cabaret Canaille an explosively talented cabaret show at Théâtre Michel (Until December 29th, 2024)
Musicals in Paris in October 2024
Do you hear the people sing? You do in Paris! That’s because here there is a musical for everyone! From family-friendly classics to thought-provoking new productions, you can find a show to make your spirit soar to new heights in the theatres of Paris.
- • Lion King the Musical, a rip-roaring and exuberant musical at Théâtre Mogador (Until January 31st, 2025)
- • Mothers a Song for Wartime, a powerfully moving show at Théâtre du Rond-Point (Until October 19th, 2024)
- • La Voix d'or, a harmonious and humorous musical at Théâtre Actuel La Bruyère (Until January 12th, 2025)
Concerts and Shows Near Paris in October 2024
While the cultural offering in Paris is immense, don't forget the surrounding areas and regions! Here are some shows that are well worth the detour.
A Gift They’ll Never Forget!
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