Fun and entertainment Ile-De-France

Équilibristes numbers, contortionists, clowns, tours with animals, public participation, the Christmas circus does not omit details to satisfy children. Upon arrival, the tone is given, since small and large are welcomed by the artists and Mr. Loyal in person. A clown even drew a red nose to children. In spite of its 900 places, the top at the starry arch allows a great closeness between acrobats and spectators who take full advantage of the mirettes. The Christmas Circus is open only over a very short period of time, so think ahead.

A cartoon or animated film is waiting throughout the year, the youngest (from 3 or 5, depending on the projected work) only in the morning. This is the only time for toddlers, which is more than good when few Parisian cinemas are interested in these budding enthusiastic. 6 € the place for a child surprises a little, but why not… For the larger ones, this Art and Trial film releases many authors'films. Want a drink or a light meal then? The place of the place exempts a bistro. A little dark and small for the smaller, maybe. And no child menu in sight… Shame!

As the only independent art house cinema in the neighbourhood, Le Balzac realised that programming for children would make all the difference. For the past six years, the cinema has been offering silent films, other creations by Buster Keaton, for example, and little-known cartoons. A treat for cinephiles in short pants who have just started nursery school, whether you're interested in the Wednesday screening or the "Pochette-surprise" on Sunday matinees.

The Forum des Images, located in the Forum des Halles, is the capital's most sought-after venue for cinephiles, and is the place for all kinds of initiatives and superlatives. Judge for yourself: over 2,000 films screened each year, numerous festivals, meetings with leading players, a (free!) school of digital creation and a collection of digitized images that you can borrow. The vast site also boasts a bar-restaurant. Attended by thousands of enthusiasts every year, it's sure to please!

In the heart of Antony, the Select is an art house cinema. With four projection rooms, this cinema offers a beautiful program as well as many animations around it.

Sèvres Espace Loisirs is an entertainment venue located in Sèvres. Built in 1878, it offers a variety of shows, conferences, exhibitions and workshops. It also has a cinema with a large screen, Dolby digital sound and an Art et Essai rating. Prices vary according to age and type of session, with reduced rates for under-14s and 14-18s. SEL also offers special packages such as ciné-goûter and ciné-relax. A 10-ticket card is also available, valid for one year at the SEL and the Atrium de Chaville.

The General Council of Hauts-de-Seine is at the origin of an interesting initiative for children: Operation Ciné Goûter. The concept is to offer programming adapted to the young public as well as a snack for up to 3,5 €. The success of this concept that has existed for nearly 20 years has never been denied. At the age of 3, children are welcomed on Wednesdays and Saturdays. An animation accompanies the session and the small ones are given a snack at the end of the session. Because of the success of this initiative, partner cinemas multiply!

The team behind L'Experimental and Curio Parlor - now closed - is behind this Prescription, said to be one of the capital's best cocktail bars. It's a question of ambiance - select and cosy here - and also of the menu, which evolves like seasonal cuisine. In the heart of Odéon, this is a bar where you'll be guided if, by chance, you're not an expert in the art of cocktails; and if you are, that's okay too, you can experiment with the original creations.

This multiplex, close to the city centre, offers 9 cinemas, the largest of which can accommodate more than 500 spectators. It broadcasts movies in 3 D and program regularly previews commented by directors. To wait until the session, pinballs and video games are located opposite the confiseries kiosk.

As taprooms multiply in the capital, this one is not lacking in assets. The Brasserie Fondamentale, which has developed this great concept in a number of different locations in Paris, offers a vast choice of beers, as well as tasty small plates to nibble on: the ideal way to get together with friends. Here, the beers are largely developed by the team - who know a thing or two about brewing - enabling us to offer some great unfiltered and unpasteurised beverages with unique flavours.

The place looks like a New York bar, yet it's just a few minutes from the Place de la République. Beyond the cosy, original decor, you come here with friends to feast on great pizzas, and above all to enjoy cocktails masterfully made by top-notch staff - note that you can have your own drinks made! Open until late, the place gets progressively more festive as the evening progresses, with DJ sets on weekends and live music on Thursday nights. We couldn't agree more!

It's a new experience without equal in the capital: The Edge gives you the chance to discover an incredible moment. Not only do the game's graphics, which take you on a mission to the Ganymede space base, immediately put you in the mood, but the novelty here lies in the unprecedented sensations: heat, wind, and vibrations are on the menu. To cope, you'll need a haptic vest. Reservations are essential, and as far in advance as possible, as demand is high!

The industrial industrial heritage, when abandoned, is divided into two parts: the one that is simply demolished and the one that is converted. This is exactly what happened in Vitry when, in 1998 and after two years of work, Railway Station was born. The place, animated by a passionate team, has become one of the emblematic places of culture in the city in a few years. Open scenes, theatrical performances (of course), workshops, cabaret evenings are all proposals made to the curious. Original, railway Station has been able to transform a large unloading hall into a set of warm places and, almost paradoxically, it seems designed for these cultural uses. Note that the whole can accommodate artists in residence. This year, workshops of architecture or vocal technique, writing, cabaret are so many nice moments offered.

Inaugurated some ten years ago, this animation zone is based - as its name suggests - on the famous Disney Pixar film Toy Story. At the time, three attractions were created, including the parachute mission. A vertiginous simulation of a parachute jump. It's been a guaranteed sensation ever since it opened! Zigzag tour and Rc Racer, maximum speed. And it goes on! The venue may be a little small, but the decor and staging are top-notch, immersing us in the world of Toy Story. The little ones will be dazzled!

It is one of the main cultural sites in Bobigny and even in the department. With no fewer than 50 events year round, Canal 93 has a modular room accommodating up to 400 people. The programming of the site focuses mainly on rock, contemporary music, diverse and diverse contemporary performances. This year, the place will welcome Didier Super, Kent, the music of the Sales Majesties, the rap of Jok'Air and Sofiane, and many nice surprises and surprises! In parallel, registration and rehearsal studios are available for artists who can even find themselves here in residence to help them develop their talents. Canal 93 is a kind of nursery of young talent! Among the elders of the place who today fly on their own wings: Kary James, Souad Massi or Féfé. At last, you will find a place of restoration, open every night of performance, performance or concert. A high place of urban culture.

A particularly pleasant local cinema. Far from the big complexes, this cinema has a soul. A human cinema that regularly organizes evening meetings. Actors, directors and others often make the trip to talk with the public. Each evening ends with a pot de l'amitié in the small lounge in the lobby. A special feature of the establishment is the annual First Short Film Festival, held in October. This event gives beginners the chance to present their work to experts.

Stéphane and Stéphanie have created here, at the beginning of 2014, one of the new trendy and unmissable addresses of Versailles. Half wine bar, half chic canteen, the place is adorned with country freshness: grey walls, terracotta tiles and exposed beams, large wooden tables or small tables for lovers are organized around the bar. The welcome is like at home, and it is true that it feels good. At the end of the day, you come here to enjoy a glass of wine or a glass of champagne, accompanied by a platter of fine charcuterie or carefully selected cheeses. You can also simply have lunch and dinner there. On the slate, a short menu concocted with authentic products: croque du chef, or small simmered dish, then a famous gourmet dessert - taste the brookie. A small, trendy and warm address, with no false pretenses, as it was lacking in Versailles.

Green Story is the story of 3 childhood friends who have created a hybrid place. In the morning, it's a coffee shop with breakfast, organic coffees from around the world, and freshly baked pastries. Then it's lunchtime, with sandwiches and salads. In the evening, the place transforms into a wine bar. Here you'll find biodynamic wines, 50 references from independent winemakers, and above all: tapas and dishes to share, cooked with locally sourced produce. Decorated with natural wallpaper and chic light-wood furniture. Brunch on weekends.

It's a neighbourhood bar, lively from morning to night, where regulars come for a coffee at dawn, sometimes with the great breakfast formula, and friends share drinks in the early evening. La Favorite - not to be confused with the capital's eponymous establishments - is located between République and Le Marais, on the busy Rue de Turbigo, so it's easy to find. Note also the lunch and dinner menus, as well as the excellent weekend brunch. In short, an establishment that deserves to be frequented.

Frédéric Casamia carries out complete buffets of salted and sweet parts (from 20 € to 50 € per person), bucolic buffets (17 €) composed of a mix of salads and desserts: honey and coriander carrots, curry chicken skewers, and quinoa chicken skewers. He is also a specialist in organic smoked salmon. Delivery to Paris and Ile-de-France.

At the beginning of the adventure there is a university theatre troupe organised in the Superior Ecole Normale since 1964 as Theatre 45. Some of them, Jacques Nichet, Jean-Louis Benoît and Didier Bezace, took the Theatre of the Aquarium and settled at La Factory in 1973. The ambition of these artists is to discover texts and new theatrical forms. In 1986, Jacques Nichet took the direction of the dramatic centre of Montpellier and, in 1998, that of the current national theatre of Toulouse. In 1997 Didier Bezace was named Head of the Commune Theatre of Aubervilliers. Jean-Louis Benoît was called to lead the theatre at La Auction in Marseille in 2002. Julie Brochen continued the history of the Aquarium theatre, which has about five hundred places, and then François Rancillac took his succession in 2009, the latter invited Antoine Caubet to be the artist associated with this place for three years.

Do you like the little known places of the general public, those who have a very Parisian charm? Welcome to Pandora Theatre! Almost secret, this tiny place with about places is worth opening its door in the courtyard of the building. Given its small size, the report to the actor (x) and to the texts is necessarily most sensitive. Obviously, the «only stage» form is dominant, be it comedy or drama. A place that combines charm and privacy!

This old theatre should have gone away like many others, without a drum or trumpet. But thanks to actress Marthe Michel, he was saved from destruction and reopened in 1988. With one hundred and thirty armchairs, he is the heir to the Concert du Commerce, a small room created in 1850 for the nearby Trade Brewery. Enlarged in 1897, she welcomed artists like the young Maurice Chevalier. The decor, painted by the painter Cup, dates back to 1910. After the First World War, the theatre is a time transformed into cinema, followed by the live show with Berthe Sylva, among others. But he closes in 1924, before he regained his first destiny much later. The current programming is turned to the theatre, with openings towards song and lyric art.

Formerly Théâtre de la Roquette, then Théâtre Oblique. Earlier, it was a neighborhood music hall that was converted into a movie theater. Here, we've discovered the texts and stagings of Valère Novarina, François Tanguy, Michel Deutsch, Jean Jourdheuil, Joël Jouanneau, Jean-Marie Patte, Olivier Py, Bruno Bayen, Jean-Michel Rabeux, Youri Pogrebnitchko, and the innovative choreography of Jan Leuwers, Jan Fabre and Alain Platel. It is now a public theater, with a rich program that deserves our attention.

The Côté Cour theatre has been installed in an old electricity company since 2002 and has about seats. Performances - exhibits and one man show - are given by the members of the Laboratory of Hélène Bertolucci-Chéruy's actor. It is a discreet place that has the merit of offering parts that have the opportunity to export to the festival of Avignon. Proof with the recent success of the comedy How to raise a teen of apartment that was endorsed by the general public.

The story of this comedy began in 1985 in a former carpentry workshop located at the back of a courtyard at 51, boulevard Richard-Lenoir. At the time, it was a workplace for young comedians. Created by Andréas Voutzinas and fifty or so of his friends, it was called the Théâtre des Cinquante. It wasn't until 2001 that it became the Comédie Bastille. Dedicated to entertainment, this 190-seat theater offers a wide range of comedies, as well as a number of shows for younger audiences. It's been an undeniable success over the years.

Created in 1978, this 192-seat municipal theatre has been run since 2020 by Edouard Chapot and Mathieu Touzé. Focused on contemporary creation, with a dozen shows a year and two festivals, the theatre also offers a programme of meetings, symposia, workshops and masterclasses throughout the year as part of its Université Populaire. In 2022, a professional training school, LAB14, was also created. Many great names in the world of theatre have passed through this very special place.

Created in 1972, the place - one hundred and sixty-five places - was first named a Atelier workshop. As a theatre of the Chaudron two decades later, it hosts various projects, including performances from circus arts. The objective of this place of creation is to allow the public to go to meet works and artists, and to companies to have a space of reflection.

The Aktéon Théâtre is specialized in Young Audiences. The plays are renewed every two and a half months, thus ensuring a rich and varied program. The Aktéon encourages creative theater, mixing theater, storytelling, puppetry, magic or musical shows, working with companies and the public to create a place of cultural exchange. Shows for children are performed on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at convenient times (and every day during the vacations). L'Aktéon also offers theater classes for children from 5 years old.

The International Visual Theatre brings together deaf actors for training and professional performances. He was born in 1976 and has long housed in the castle of Vincennes Castle before settling here, in a former chapel converted into Theatre-Salon in 1895. Until 1963, the Grand-Guignol theatre presented its Gore shows. Since 2007, the IVT has shown signs of sign language throughout the year. Under the leadership of actress Emmanuelle Laborit, he is open to the voices of both artists and the public.

This four-hundred-seat venue has been in existence since 1911. Originally named the Théâtre ^Albert-Ier, its current name derives from the fact that the venue was directed by playwright Tristan Bernard in the 1930s. It adopted the patronymic of actor Charles de Rochefort when, on the eve of the Second World War, he took over the direction of the theatre, presenting plays with detective mysteries. Over the past twenty years, the Théâtre Tristan-Bernard has enjoyed great success, and its current productions are no exception.

This centenary room has undergone countless transformations. In 1893 is open here a large living room that is quickly transformed into theatre. It really was born in 1898, but only took its current name in 1912. Work is ongoing. Sacha Guitry made her debut at the Mathurins theatre in 1905 with Nono. He remains faithful to this room for fifteen years. Georges and Ludmilla Pitoëff then printed their mark in the history of the Mathurins where they climbed pieces of George-Bernard Shaw, Luigi Pirandello, Jean Anouilh, among others. In 1953 the theatre is run by Rika Radifé alias Radifé Behar. Pirandello, John Osborne, Marguerite Duras, Camus, Sartre, Anouilh are some of the authors here until 1981. The directions that follow continue the path mapped out by their predecessors. Some names that then appeared on the theatre posters: Milan Kundera, Vaclav Havel, Jean-Claude Brisville, Jean-Pierre Bacri - authors - Georges Wilson, Stefan Meldegg - directors-in-stage - Daniel Gélin, Patrick Chesnais - actors… Two memorable shows among so many: The Woman sitting, from Copi with Marilu Marini, staged by Alfredo Arias, and Les Palmes by Jean-Noël Fenwick, Jean-Noël Fenwick. Then director of the Mathurins, Gérard Caillaux aménager a new-seat room with a fireplace. Today, this theatre is led by the trio Engelberg, Colla and Setbon.

This cultural area, consisting of a theatre and a gallery, has been installed since 1977 in a residence dating back to 1602. It was a place of habitation, commerce and deposit. A printer was finally established there. The team of L'Raging, a satirical newspaper in May 1968, worked there. The site then underwent a restoration in the 1970 s. Activities are shared on three levels, which are rented for all kinds of events. Situated in vaulted cellars, the Théâtre theatre welcomes its public in two rooms with a capacity of and seats. He features theatrical shows and one man shows.

There was a skating rink where since 1891 this hall has been named New theatre. The actor and director Lugné-Poë, the future founder of the theatre of the Works, is the founder. He defends Scandinavian authors like Ibsen and Strindberg, as well as Jarry, including Ubu King and here created with San Gémier in the title role in 1896. The actress Réjane bought the room in 1906 and gave her his name. She creates here Mrs. Sans-Gêne, from Victorian Sardou. It is when Léon Volterra resumes the place in 1918 that the current name is assigned to him. Marius and Fanny, by Marcel Pagnol, with Raimu, Orane Demazis and Pierre Fresnay, were triumphs in 1929 and 1931, respectively. Another success: Tovaritch, from Jacques Deval with Elvire Popesco. In 1955, this famous actress will take over from Marcel Karssenty and Pierre Dux who have been running the hall since 1948. Some memorable pieces: Tea and sympathy, with Ingrid Bergman, Pity it is a p…, with Romy Schneider and Alain Delon… During this period, a costume shop is transformed into a modern theatre, which finally takes the name of Petit théâtre in Paris. Alain Leseleuc in 1965 and Robert Hossein in 1975 are new directors. From 1990, the stars are almost on the scene of this place: Jean-Paul Belmondo, Michel Sardou, Valérie Lemercier, Guy Bedos, Alain Delon, Robert Hossein, Gérard Depardieu, Bernard Tapie, Michel Leeb, Jean Piat…

The theatre, built in 1876, has 530 seats divided into a parterre, a row of boxes, and a gallery. It specialised in historical frescoes and melodramas before being closed in 1952. Peter Brook and Micheline Rozan moved here in 1974, leaving the theatre with its bare appearance. In addition to Brook's always surprising shows, jazz and chanson have also found their place here: a vast and beautiful programme.

The theatre of three hundred and sixty squares was created in 1943 by two actors, Georges Herbert and Paquita Claude. It's launched when in 1948, Robert Dhéry set up Les Branquignols, a crazy show mixing the insane humour of the Marx Brothers with a typically French drolatique spirit. Coming from the théâtre de la Death, Georges Vitaly took the direction of the room in 1954. Until 1982 he defended his contemporary authors, Jacques Audiberti in the lead. Stephan Meldegg then continues to serve the creators of his time in this theatre. Two notable pieces among others: What Fox, James Saunders, sees as being staged by Laurent Terzieff and Kitchen and Dependencies, Agnès Jaoui and Jean-Pierre Bacri. Have played here in recent years: Rufus, Francis Perrin, Niels Arestrup, Philippe Clay, Philippe Laudenbach, Jean-Jacques Vanier… In 2007, Marguerite Gourgue succeeded Stephan Meldegg.

The company of Elan, led by Jean-Luc Jeener, created this theatre in 1997, where it defends young authors and presents thematic cycles: Shakespeare, Molière, Don Juan… Before, the room had already had a rich destiny. In the 1930 s, it's a cabaret. At the Liberation, it takes the name Club des Five. The five in question are elders of the second armoured division of which Lucien Roup, the coach of boxer Marcel Cerdan, one of the lovers of Edith Piaf. She sang regularly in this place, as well as Yves Montand, a protected future of the great lady. Among the regulars are Gabin, Meat or Prévert. In 1954, the place was transformed into cinema. The return to music took place in 1991. The room then qualifies as Northwest Passage. It walks many artists, all styles, including many innovators. This time left very beautiful memories, although it was brief. The company of Elan has set up two rooms to which the names of the troupe of the company have been assigned prematurely. The big is called Laborey, the little Economides.

Until we have its own place, the talented team of this National dramatic centre takes its neighbourhoods in three sites of Ivry. She lives in parts of the repertoire and creates works by contemporary authors. In addition, it organizes workshops to raise awareness of the young and adult public.

The installation of the Théâtre des Quartier d'Ivry at Carnations manufacture is scheduled for the end of 2016.

It's the perfect cultural venue in the heart of Gentilly. This small, 50-seat theater welcomes troupes in residence, giving it a convivial feel. In the 2023 program, for example, there was a theater workshop, a writing workshop (from age 8) and a number of original creations for all audiences from age 4 upwards. Finally, the venue also offers theater workshops and cultural discovery courses for children, teenagers and adults, to allow talent - whether precocious or not - to blossom.

A whole complex called Apollo is located on this street, famous for its nightlife. Here you'll find no fewer than 4 venues, all of which offer stand-up and comedy club programming. The largest venue, with 360 seats, has seen some of the biggest names in comedy come and go, and the artists here are generally of an excellent standard. Every night, each venue offers its own show: a veritable anthill. Now you know what you have to do if you want to discover the talents of tomorrow!

Opened in 2006, Grande Comedie was quickly pointed out at the Le Clan room of divorced and the show Omar and Fred. Since it can do so that you can not withdraw the right to bears its name! There are two rooms - four hundred seats and hundred seats - in this theatre related to the palace and Comédie République. Musicals are also honoured, to the delight of children. Aladdin, Blanche-Neige and the great figures of our childhood regularly come to offer a recital for 4-12 years. A programme!

After years of neglect, the site was finally restored to its former splendour a few years ago. In 2007, the owners, including the Vardar brothers, undertook major renovations, bearing in mind that Le Palace is a listed building. Since then, one show follows another, and the venue is always packed. The programme is mainly comedy-oriented, but there are also some unique shows, such as the immersive one based on the work of Michel Polnareff.

It is the Mecca of culture in the Seine-Saint-Denis prefecture. Opened in 1980, the site was completely renovated in 2016, and now boasts a proud contemporary silhouette. The place is that of all artistic expressions, starting with dance, but also theatre, music, we lose our heads so vast is the programming, intense, and will not be able to disappoint you. The place, which has a restaurant and a bookshop, is also a "factory of experiences": understand by this a provider of various emotions, of course, but also a place of learning and discovery. Training and other meetings with the artists - some of whom are in residence here - are offered. A very nice place.

L'Étoile du Nord offers theatre and dance performances, as well as a programme of music, dance and theatre for young audiences. It is resolutely oriented towards contemporary creation, but also towards young audiences. Formerly the Théâtre Paris-Nord, the venue opened for a time in the 1970s and was taken over a decade later under the name Dix-Huit Théâtre. Finally, in 1997, the venue was renamed L'Étoile du Nord. It seats two hundred. Contemporary dance and theatre workshops are held here.