Live shows · COMEDY SHOWS IN FRANCE
Every trip has an evening going spare. These 7 comedy shows in France are worth filling it with, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get on with the day.
Spend an evening at How to Become a Parisian in One Hour, an English comedy show about Parisian habits, manners, language, and facial expressions. You will sit in a century-old Renaissance-style theater, laugh at everyday cultural clashes, and receive a picture with the comedian.
Join French comedian Olivier Giraud at Théâtre des Nouveautés for a 70-minute English-language comedy show about Parisian habits, gestures, manners, and stereotypes. Choose from three seating categories, expect audience interaction, and stay for a funny question-and-answer session after the performance.
“It was funny. A good laugh and an engaging comedian. His humor and laid back way of answering questions and interacting with the audience made it worthwhile.”
Spend 65 minutes with Parisian comedian Julie Collas at Théâtre Bo Saint-Martin. In English with a French accent, her lively one-woman show pokes fun at metro rides, Parisian habits, French culture, and everyday city life in an intimate 80-seat theater.
“Very funny show in a very intimate theatre. As Americans, we thought it was hilarious. She involved members of the audience in an interactive way. Definitely go.”
Join Julie, a Paris-born former lawyer, for 65 minutes of English comedy at Théâtre BO Saint-Martin. Her one-woman show mixes Parisian culture, daily-life observations, audience interaction, and playful takes on French habits. Seating is free, so arrive early if you want a front-row seat.
“I didn’t find this set humorous at all. Kudos to the performer for getting up there and trying her best. If you are used to high level comedy performances especially in the US, I doubt this will hit the mark.”
Spend one hour at Bordeaux’s Black Cat Comedy Club, where six changing French acts bring stand-up, magic, and other short performances to a small cellar room. Shows run Wednesday and Friday, with Saturday programming that may feature one artist or a 30/30 format. Order drinks and snacks before the curtain.
“super soirée. les humoristes étaient top et l endroit très sympa je recommande a 100%”
Spend Wednesday evening at Chantiers de la Garonne in Bordeaux for a 90-minute comedy show featuring seven changing performers. Expect stand-up, magic, and impersonations, with food and drinks available before the show. The €5 entry fee excludes refreshments, and some material may be in its original language.
“Soirée divertissante. Ambiance bienveillante, accueil et site top.”
Head to Le Pas de la Lune near Bordeaux’s quays for a 90-minute comedy show with six performers covering stand-up, magic, and imitation. Choose the 7 or 9 pm session, order drinks and local food, then stay for the DJ set until 2 am. Ratatouille is among the artists connected with the evening.
“Merci Ratatouille et à tous les artistes pour ce moment de rire.”
Pick a stage, a dinner table or a dance floor.
