Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell
38 boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010 Paris
Capacity 800 seats
Blind Test
Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell
From 06/12 to 18/12/2025
100% in French
Location
Duration
1 h 15 min
No intermission
Details
Classic theatre, concert
For all audiences
In French
Highlights: Blind test
Reviews
"After the first 15 minutes the laughter kicks in and everything clicks. Arnaud Cosson is excellent! Bravo as well to the three musicians." (Translated from French)
Cagi Nicolau, Theatre Online user
"Go see it - you'll have a great time. The play was accompanied a trio of dynamic, funny musicians." (Translated from French)
Badles, Billet Réduc user
"We laughed a lot throughout the play, the writing was great! The trio worked really well onstage as well. A really good play to go and see." (Translated from French)
Sam, Billet Réduc user
"A brilliantly funny play, played by three very talented actors. We laughed a lot! Highly reccomend." (Translated from French)
Duphelja, ticketac user
"An enjoyable evening for all the family! A real must see, played by talented actors accompanied by live musicians, belly laughter guaranteed" (Translated from French)
Melo, Ticketac user
Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell
38 boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010 Paris
History and Fun Facts: Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell
Having given the luxury to be represented as a historical monument back in February 1994, Théàtre du Gymnase has been for 199 years and starting 2020 it will have been around for 200 years. Not a lot of theatres get to indulge in being around for this amount of time, at least not yet. Its name originates from the fact that in the past it was used to train students from the Conservatory consisting of one act plays and slowly moved up to more acts.
Soon the theatre became recognized and the seats were being occupied by a great multitude of spectators and famed actors began their careers performing on that stage. Gas lighting was later installed thanks to the generosity of the Duchess of Berry, Marie Caroline Ferdinande Louise de Bourbon. Though it wasn’t because of the Duchess of Berry that the theatre was named Théàtre du Gymnase Marie Bell, it was due to a woman by the name of Marie Bell who took over the theatre in 1962.
Before Marie Bell famed actor Lemoine Montigny was the director of the theatre in 1844, because of his enthusiasm to allure more audience members he added new attractive playwrights from Alexandre Dumas, George Sand, and Balzac.
Presently Théàtre du Gymnase Marie Bell welcomes hundreds of spectators from all over the world with opens doors introducing a variety of shows from classic to modern consisting of ballet recitals, musicals, plays, concerts, and stand up comedy. Recently it has partnered up with other theatres such as La Comedié des Boulevards and Le Nouveau Théàtre.
FAQ
How do I get to Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell in the 10th arrondissement of Paris?
The Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell is accessible by:
Metro: Line 8 and 9 (station Bonne Nouvelle)
Address: 38, boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010 Paris
In case of difficulty, our hotline can be reached during our business hours. Please see the footer of this page for our contact details.
What do I do when I get to Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell?
We invite you to arrive 45 minutes before the beginning of Blind test, and present your voucher at the front desk. Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell’s English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats.
In the event of a delay, spectators will be allowed entrance to the theatre but seating in the purchased category is not guaranteed.
How long does the opera, Blind test, last?
The show Blind test at Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Is Blind test for an international audience or French speakers?
Blind test is primarily aimed at a Francophone audience, as much of the humour, interactions, and sketches rely on the French language, as well as French cultural and musical references. The songs performed cover a wide repertoire, including many French-language hits, and the show is conducted in French.
That said, the show remains accessible and entertaining for an international audience, particularly thanks to its energy, live music, and visual appeal. Non-Francophone spectators can enjoy the atmosphere, the musical quality, and the festive interaction, even if they do not grasp all the wordplay or cultural references.
Can I choose my seat when booking?
When purchasing tickets, choose your preferred category and you will be allocated the best available seats in that category!
Please note that tickets of the same category that are booked during the same purchase session, in the same booking order on our website are always assigned side by side. To be sure of this, make sure all of your tickets are in the same category and are included in your shopping cart at the time of purchase.
If there are no available adjacent seating arrangements, our customer service team will contact you before the booking is confirmed.
You can find the seating plan in the theatre’s "photo" section on this page.
Is there a dress code at Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell?
There is no specific dress code at Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell, but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.
Is there a bar or restaurant at the Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell?
Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell has a bar that offers a wide choice of wines and local produce (charcuterie, cheeses, terrines…). All fresh and tasty, prepared by French artisans.