What’s On in Paris? Live Events in April 2026

Don’t miss what’s playing in Paris in April 2026!

Looking for things to do in Paris this April 2026? Whether it’s theatre, opera, ballet, jazz, cabaret, or something else entirely, we’ve got you covered.

Shows in Paris Closing in April 2026!

It's not too late to plan your last outings for the month! Many exceptional shows are about to close and you only have a few weeks (or days) left to enjoy them. Don't wait to book your tickets for a memorable evening in Paris!

Los Guardiola - Fantasy in Seven and a Half Dreams at Théâtre des Gémeaux Parisiens

Until 25 April 2026
Without a single word spoken, Los Guardiola – Fantaisie en 7 rêves et demi sweep us away on a journey through seven distinct dreams. With remarkable physical mastery, they explore the universal themes of love, loss, joy, and melancholy. Blending tango, mime, and physical theatre, their dance is both poetic and deeply powerful.
Book your tickets for Los Guardiola - Fantasy in Seven and a Half Dreams!

Molière's The Miser (L'Avare) at Théâtre Le Ranelagh

(Until 26 April 2026)
Through this masterpiece with such modern resonance, Molière "amuses himself with the folly of men." He blends romantic intrigues with family adventures and makes his audience laugh with his grotesque portrait of the tyrannical miser. A classic to discover or rediscover on the stage of Théâtre Le Ranelagh. Dynamic, full of visual gags and with incredible energy, the show is suitable for both adults and children!
Book your tickets for Molière's The Miser (L'Avare)!

Tosca at Opéra Bastille

Until 18 April 2026
Tosca, an opera by Giacomo Puccini, is set in Rome during a period of intense political repression. The painter Mario Cavaradossi helps a political prisoner, Angelotti, to escape from the police. But the sinister Baron Scarpia, chief of police, is on his trail. He manipulates the famous singer Floria Tosca, Cavaradossi’s lover, driving her into jealousy and despair. Caught between love, betrayal and tyranny, Tosca must make an impossible choice to save the man she loves. As the tension rises, passion and violence clash in a tragic story of power, sacrifice and fate.
Book your tickets for Tosca!

Theatre in Paris’ Top Shows in April 2026!

With so many shows on in Paris, it's hard to choose! To guide you, we've selected our favourites of the month. These are must-see gems to discover for a memorable outing.

• Romeo and Juliet... a master of dance, a master in literature... tragic passion and choreographic virtuosity at the Opéra Bastille. (2 April – 12 May 2026)
• Satyagraha: One of Philip Glass’s major operas, which retraces Gandhi’s youth in South Africa and the development of his titular philosophy of non-violence, “Satyagraha”. (From 10 April to 3 May 2026)
• The Young Girls of Rochefort: A whirlwind of colour, cheerfulness, and music at the Théâtre du Lido at Théâtre du Lido (Until 31 May 2026)

Opera, Ballet, and Contemporary Dance in Paris in April 2026

OPERA

• Concert Operas and Oratorios at Théâtre des Champs-Élysées. The most beautiful scores or the lesser-known works of the greatest composers on the stage of a magnificent theatre (All year round)
• La Traviata at Jacquemart-André Museum: Verdi’s masterpiece, transformed into an immersive opera show in a luxurious mansion turned museum. (All year round)
• Rigoletto at Jacquemart-André Museum: With a glass of champagne in your hand, you will follow the artists throughout the museum’s elegant halls as they perform this masterpiece of Italian opera repertoire. (All year round)

BALLET

• Paris Opera Ballet School Demonstrations: The renowned ballet school lifts the curtain on their exceptional students, showcasing their incredible talent at the Palais Garnier. (19 April 2026)
• Romeo and Juliet... a master of dance, a master in literature... tragic passion and choreographic virtuosity... at the Opéra Bastille. (2 April – 12 May 2026)

CONTEMPORARY DANCE

• Les Applaudissements ne se mangent pas: Where seven performers blend dance, theatre and music in a raw, direct language that hammers home the contradictions of a world governed by capitalism, inequality and forgetfulness. (16 – 18 April 2026)
• About Lambada by Collectif Ès , founded in 2011 in Lyon, has been exploring the boundary between contemporary dance and popular culture since its inception, with a playful, critical, and deeply collective spirit. (2 –  4 April 2026)
• May  B by Maguy  Marin marks a turning point in contemporary dance-theatre which is inspired by the works of Samuel Beckett, the piece features ten performers, their faces covered in white clay, dressed in loose tunics, moving with expressionist and ritualistic gestures. (12 April 2026)

Plays and classical theatre pieces playing in Paris in April 2026

• Cyrano de Bergerac: Rostand’s timeless tale of unrequited love, inner beauty and the power of poetry. (Until 29 April 2026)*
• The Lesson portrays a surreal encounter between a tyrannical professor and a captive pupil: a delightfully eccentric and witty production. Along with The Bald Soprano, this piece has entered into the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest running play ever. (All year round)*
• Valjean ! Inspired by Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables, this acclaimed production – hailed in Paris and Avignon for the past ten years – returns today in a fully reimagined version, more intimate and more intense than ever. (1 April  – 25 July 2026)*
• The Bald Soprano: Ionesco’s avant-garde drama, is funny, absurd and surreal. Along with The Lesson, this piece has entered into the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest running theatre show ever. (All year round)*
• The Ionesco Package includes an invitation to see the two Guinness Record holding Ionesco pieces, The Bald Soprano and The Lesson, in the same evening. Experience Ionesco’s absurd, darkly funny masterpieces at the iconic Théâtre de la Huchette. (All year round)*
• Molière’s The Miser: Molière's masterpiece is brought to life by the high-energy Grenier de Babouchka troupe. A burlesque and modern production that delights audiences of all ages with the story of the tyrannical and obsessive Harpagon. (Until 26 April 2026)*
• Edmond at Théâtre du Palais-Royal: Dive into the thrilling world of Edmond Rostand, where passion, intrigue, and humour come together in an exhilarating performance! (Until 27 June 2026)***
• Saint-Exupéry, le commandeur des oiseaux at the Théâtre Actuel La Bruyère: Set off to meet an extraordinary man who inspired dreams across the world, and allow yourself to be carried away on a sensory and poetic journey where the sky becomes a stage. (Until 26 April 2026)***
• The Cid, a true masterpiece of classical theatre that captivates through the interplay of different emotions: honour, passion, and duty. (8 April – 17 May 2026)****
• Octopus, a three-dimensional immersive experience in which eight destinies intertwine in real time throughout every corner of the theatre. (Until 3 May 2026)***
• Under Milk Wood is a radiant celebration — of imagination, of love, of language (and the love of language)… and above all, of life, in all its fragility and brilliance. (12 March – 2 April 2026)***
• Much Ado About Nothing, where romantic misunderstandings and razor-sharp dialogue intertwine within the atmosphere of a masked ball, playful intrigues and irresistible verbal duels. (Until 2 May 2026)***

*Surtitles in English
**100% in English
***100% in French
****Smart surtitling glasses

Musicals playing in Paris in April 2026

• The Young Girls of Rochefort: A whirlwind of colour, cheerfulness, and music at the Théâtre du Lido at Théâtre du Lido (Until 31 May 2026)*
• The Lion King, the Musical, the internationally acclaimed musical of the Disney classic returns to Paris... a spectacular show for all the family! (All year round)*

*Surtitles in English
**100% in English
***100% in French
****Smart surtitling glasses

Stand-up playing in Paris in April 2026

• Oh My God She’s Parisian!: A stand-up show that explores the behaviours of a true Parisian at Théâtre Bo Saint-Martin in Paris (All year round)**
• How to Become A Parisian in One Hour: The best French lesson around: a hilariously honest show that will leave you feeling Parisian for better... or worse? (All year round)**

*Surtitles in English
**100% in English
***100% in French
****Smart surtitling glasses

Concerts in Paris in April 2026

• Baiser Salé Jazz Club: The thriving epicentre of Paris’ jazz scene for over 40 years, regularly presents international performers, earning its reputation as one of the best places to discover new talent. (All year round)
• La Madeleine Church Concert Series: Classical music as it was intended to be listened to: soaring and triumphing through a grandiose and historic church. (All year round)
• The candlelight concert series at Saint-Éphrem Church presents you with masterful renditions of classical scores in one of Paris’ best kept secrets, backlit by the warm flicker of candles. (All year round)
• Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church Concert Series introduces you to history’s greatest music, from Baroque to Romantic, inside one of Paris’ most beautiful churches. (All year round)
• The Sainte-Chapelle Concert Series includes a multitude of extraordinary classical concerts playing inside Paris' architectural jewel, the magnificent Sainte-Chapelle heritage site. (All year round)
• La Madeleine Church Concert Series: Classical music as it was intended to be listened to: soaring and triumphing through a grandiose and historic church. (All year round)
• The Seine River Jazz Dinner Concerts at Le Son de la Terre present you evenings of swinging jazz with a view of Notre-Dame. (All year round)
• The Eiffel Tower Concert Series is truly one of a kind. Located inside the iconic landmark, this show offers some of the best music in Paris. (Exceptional dates)
• Saint-Louis-en-l’Île Church Concert Series: a taste of Paris’ finest classical music, in the oldest and arguably most beautiful area of the city, showcasing stunning 17th-century architecture. (All year round)

Cabarets in Paris in April 2026

• Crazy Horse Cabaret presents Totally Crazy, its spectacular contemporary revue show, featuring aerial routines, glittering costumes, and bewitching choreography, under pulsing neon lights. (All year round)
• Paradis Latin, is a classically Parisian cabaret, featuring the famous French Cancan and more, all in the heart of Paris' Latin Quarter. (All year round)
• Le Cabaret Burlesque, a glamorous, funny, retro cabaret playing on the floating Seine river boat theatre, La Nouvelle Seine. (All year round)
• My First Cabaret, the creation of the uber-talented Kamel Ouali. (All year round)

Circus and Mime in April 2026

• Los Guardiola - Fantasy in Seven and a Half Dreams. Let yourself be swept away by the enchanting world of Los Guardiola, where imagination, humour, and poetry come together for a dreamlike journey through dance and mime. (Until 25 April 2026)
• Les Folies Gruss, a dazzling equestrian and circus spectacle blending masterful horsemanship, acrobatics, live music and aerial acts. (Until April 2026)

Guided Tours in April 2026

• Opera Garnier Guided Tour: Discover the grandeur and mysteries of the Palais Garnier on one of three exclusive guided tours. In French or English. (Dates upon request)
• Printemps Haussmann Guided Tour: An exclusive tour of Paris’ most magnificent and opulent department stores. In French, English, Spanish, German, and Dutch. (All year round)

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