Broadway classics, hit revivals, crazy shows, discover our top musicals to see or gift to celebrate spring in Paris in 2022.
[Mis à jour le 27 avril 2022 à 18h03] From the essential nugget to the innovative show, from boosted choreographies to heady choruses, musicals are popular this season in Paris. Featured in legendary venues (such as the Théâtre de Paris, Marigny or Mogador) or scheduled in more recent venues (such as La Seine Musicale), they are a delight for music lovers.
Classical or pop, original version or French version, new creation or revival, the choices are not lacking. Among the musical events of the moment, a nostalgic parenthesis with The Lion Kinga burst of good humor with I will love youa trip to Broadway with The producersor a moment out of time with Charlie and the chocolate factory…
The Lion King: The Broadway Original is back in Paris!
25 years, 100 million spectators, multiple awards: The Lion King is the biggest worldwide success of all time! The key to success is decorations fantastic, colorful costumes, stunning choreography and a deep soundtrack and intoxicating, all carried by a troupe of hand-picked actor-dancers.
The story is known to all: Simba, still a lion cub, is the worthy successor of his father to the throne of the savannah. However, the lust for power leads his uncle, Scar, to do everything to take his place on the throne. Simba, then in great danger, is forced to flee and therefore renounce his title. During his exile, he will meet friends who will be his confidants and will eventually convince him to return to collect his due. Come follow the adventure of Lion King in an extraordinary show. A complete and exhilarating show for children and adults alike as it is grandiose. To see and see again: your spring rendezvous is at Mogador Theater !
The Producers: an amazing production
The phenomenon Alexis Michalikawarded several times for his work as an author and director (The story bearer, The Circle of Illusionists, Edmund…), returns to the stage with, once again, a new success. This time, he is the director of the most awarded Broadway musical show in its category. The producerscrazy Mel Brooks, performed for more than 6 years on Broadway, and this is the first time that France has had the chance to host a show of such magnitude. You can’t miss it!
The story is comical to say the least: a theater producer is on the verge of bankruptcy and wants to try a bluff by setting up an insurance scam. He will then create the most zero musical comedy in history. He is going to write a grotesque script performed by a troupe of burlesque actors, all directed by a director as bad as the script. Despite everything, the musical will meet with great success, which deviates slightly from the initial plan… It is the unmissable show of the season and it is at the Paris Theater !
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: Finding a (golden) ticket has never been easier!
Let the sun enter, the earth says to you: “hello”! After a savory success on the boards of Broadway and London’s finest theatres, The Musical Charlie and the chocolate factory has conquered and will continue to conquer the hearts of children (and big children)! the Marigny Theater will immerse you in the universe fantastic and wacky Charlie and the chocolate factory that fans of the Tim Burton film will enjoy finding. This magic world which is interpreted to us by 30 talented artists is carried by an impressive live orchestra.
The story remains the same: Willy Wonka, owner of an extraordinary chocolate industry, is looking for his successor at the head of the flamboyant company. He will give the chance to 5 children to visit his chocolate factory but the children do not know what the master of the place has in store for them… Come and find Willy Wonka, Charlie and his family, Augustus, Veruca, Mike, Violette, the Oompa- Loompas and the Wonka industry on the Parisian stages of the Théâtre Marigny, with a show that will amaze your eyes (and your taste buds).
I’m going to love you… Like you’ve never been loved
Enthusiasts and fans of Michel SardouTHE spring event is at The Musical Seine ! Love, youth, old age, travel, party or sex… Travel the world, between Paris and New York, with this musical comedy which is an ode to life. The 17 artists tell us about the life of French youth over four decades, with a selection of signed hits Michel Sardou and re-orchestrated by Quentin Bachelet and Phillipe Uminiski.
It is a real tribute to Sardou’s discography that is offered to us, without being a biographical spectacle. A unique painting! I come from the south, France, Singing, The river of our childhood, Broadway Java…Prepare your vocal chords, because you are going to sing at the top of your voice! So head for the Connemara Lake and head to La Seine Musicale!
Madiba, The Musical: Love will always triumph
After a worldwide triumph, The musical Madiba settles in for two exceptional performances at the Great Rex. May 18 and 19step back to the time of Apartheid and admire a moving show of sincerity, insurrection and perseverance. Jean Pierre Hadida and Alicia Sebrienauthors of the play, tell a forbidden love story, between a black man and a white woman, intertwining with the journey of Nelson Mandela.
His fight to liberate an entire people resounds in the four corners of the room with Zulu choirs, African dances and jazz music. Musical resolutely committed, Madiba pays homage to this revolution and the freedom it has allowed, the freedom to love! Don’t miss this essential production which toured France, Australia and New Zealand.
With this selection of the best musicals to discover in Paris in the spring, fill up on a good mood! As a family, alone, as a couple or with friends, you will have stars in your eyes and a wide smile on your face. Good show !