Makbeth by Munstrum Théâtre - Théâtre du Rond-Point

Location

Théâtre du Rond-Point
2 bis avenue Franklin D. Roosevelt - 75008 Paris
Capacity 760 seats

Duration

2 h 10 min

No intermission

Details

Theatre

For all audiences

In French with surtitles in English

This show is surtitled with smartglasses

The play Makbeth is performed in French but is fully accessible to non-French speakers as well as deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences, thanks to smart surtitling glasses that allow spectators to view the performance with surtitles in both French and English, as well as adapted surtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing. An innovative offering exclusively provided by Panthea and Theatre in Paris on 22, 23, 27 and 29 November 2025.

Next dates

13

SatDecember

6:30 PM

Story: Makbeth at Théâtre du Rond-Point

Attention... the Munstrum Théâtre returns with Makbeth, at the Théâtre du Rond-Point from 22 November to 13 December 2025.

An audacious and explosive reinterpretation of Shakespeare’s tragedy, Makbeth revisits the myth of power, ambition, and madness with the unmistakable signature of Munstrum Théâtre. Directed by Louis Arene, former member of the Comédie-Française, this baroque and grotesque version propels the audience into a carnivalesque world, somewhere between punk opera, mask theatre, and political farce.

In a ruined, post-apocalyptic, and electrified world, the characters are disguised, distorted, as if sprung from a nightmare. Even the language is transformed: Shakespeare meets a hybrid, inventive tongue where words snap, ricochet, and explode. The result is a ferocious yet jubilant spectacle, where tragic horror blends with biting dark humour.

True to its striking visual style and taste for the surreal, Munstrum Théâtre delivers a total performance – physical, visceral, as unsettling as it is mesmerising. Between satire and raw poetry, Makbeth questions our times, our destructive impulses, and our fascination with tyrants.

A brilliant, mad, and deeply theatrical reimagining of a classic that has lost none of its power. Not to be missed.

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Théâtre du Rond-Point

2 bis avenue Franklin D. Roosevelt - 75008 Paris

History and Fun Facts about Théâtre du Rond-Point

If you ever want to feel the pulse of the French theatre scene, the Théâtre du Rond-Point is the place to be! But which roundabout or "rond-point" is it exactly? It's one of the most famous roundabouts in Paris, located near the Champs-Elysées, smaller than the famous Etoile roundabout under the Arc de Triomphe. Since 1981, it has attracted a host of directors from all over the world and a host of people with a passion for theatre. A major venue for contemporary creation since 1991, the Rond-Point does not programme "what people like, but what they don't yet know they like", according to Jean-Michel Ribes, the theatre's former director. Since 2023, Laurence de Magalhaes and Stéphane Ricordel have taken over the reins of this theatre, which is still rooted in contemporary creation and focuses on living authors.

Fast facts
Capacity: 760
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Air conditioning: Yes
Heating: Yes

theatre du rond-point, danse, cirque, dance, circus, contemporary theatre, theatre contemporaine

FAQ

How do I get to Théâtre du Rond-Point in the 8th arrondissement of Paris?

The Théâtre du Rond-Point is accessible by:
Metro: Line 1 (station Champs-Élysées - Clemenceau and Franklin D. Roosevelt), line 9 (station Franklin D. Roosevelt), line 13 (station Champs-Élysées - Clemenceau)
Address: 2 Bis avenue Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 75008 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 Rond-Point?

We invite you to arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of Makbeth, and present your voucher at the front desk. Théâtre du Rond-Point’s English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats.

How long does Makbeth, last?

The theatre piece, Makbeth, at Théâtre du Rond-Point lasts approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes hour, with no intermission.

Is Makbeth for an international audience or French speakers?

The play Macbeth is performed in French, but it is fully accessible to non-French speakers as well as to deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences, thanks to surtitling glasses that display the performance with French and English subtitles, as well as subtitles adapted for the deaf and hard of hearing. A very innovative offering, exclusively presented by Theatre in Paris on 22, 23, 27 and 29 November 2025.

Where will I be seated?

The seats you will be allocated at the Théâtre du Rond-Point will be placed in the centre of the auditorium.

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.
You can find the seating plan in the theatre’s "photo" section on this page.
If there are no available adjacent seating arrangements, our customer service team will contact you before the booking is confirmed.

Is there a dress code at Théâtre du Rond-Point?

There is no specific dress code at Théâtre du Rond-Point, but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.