Fun and entertainment Ile-De-France

The Kiosque Théâtre, located on the Place de la Madeleine (west side of the church), offers highly discounted tickets for most current shows, from national theaters to cabarets and cafés-théâtres. We strongly advise you not to wait until the last minute: while there are hundreds of plays to discover, crowds are particularly high, especially at weekends.

The most famous Parisian cabaret was originally a wine cellar. Today, the glitter and glam of the troupe have even allowed it to offer its own champagne. It is to say that the pretty dancers knew how to attract the smiles of a conquered public! Recently, the cabaret presented the show Totally Crazy! a retrospective of the most emblematic paintings of the Crazy Horse since its 65 years of existence. Discover the most mythical creations of the cabaret, from 1951 to today. Launched by the no less mythical Alain Bernardin, the place hosts irregularly personalities, who lend themselves to the game. Bluffing - sometimes!

In the heart of the famous rue des Rosiers, cap on Central and Eastern Europe thanks to this Yellow Boutique founded in 1946, symbol of a return to life after Nazi hell. You can enjoy on-site or take traditional Yiddish specialities such as vatrouchka (sweet white cheese cake) with vanilla and grapes, unless you prefer cherries, lemon or orange orange. Viennese strudel and poppy cake are also worth a visit. The boutique also offers savoury specialities such as goulasch, caviar from sweet peppers, Bulgarian böreks - sheep cheese, peppers, spinach or small vegetables - not forgetting hot sandwiches such as the Yiddish sandwich.

With its exotic atmosphere, its countless tea jars each more enchanting than the last, the fine and delicate teapots and cups, Mariage Frères hasn't finished to seduce you. The prices are the same. Because if lovers of tea are ready to sacrifice an important part of their money to enjoy the most subtle combinations, the neophyte can practice on very affordable teas with perfumes from elsewhere. The tea room and the restaurant allow you to enjoy tea in all its forms: cuisine with tea, with for example a salmon with Jade tea powder infusion, desserts with tea, such as the creme brulee with Marco Polo tea, or fruit cocktails with tea, like the Habibi, a frosty mixture with Casablanca green and black tea. And beware those who dare to ask for a coffee after their dessert!

In this space, two scenarios are proposed in this complex of escape games: Lost Asylum and Very bad night. The first one sends you to 1952, in an abandoned psychiatric hospital. Get out in less than an hour before being caught by the ghosts of the patients! The second one, a little less scary, takes the scenario of a well known movie. You wake up in an unknown apartment without remembering anything and have to get out before the owner arrives. Observation, search and manipulation of objects are the key words here.

Located at the feet of high buildings, typical of the new 13 ^th century built in the last few decades, this district theatre subsidized by the City hall of Paris has been offering performances in 1981 to discover emerging talents, whether they are directors, actors or authors. That said, repertory works are not forgotten. A few names read on the posters in this 250-seat hall theatre: Xavier Durringer, Yasmina Reza, Fabrice Luchini, Gildas Bourdet, Jean-Pierre Miquel, Béatrice Agenin…

It is noted that a Theatre 13 Award helps young directors during a festival each year. The winner sees his work programmed during the following season. Finally, it should be mentioned that the Theatre 13 program three rounds of concerts. There is a lot for everyone.

This pub with a very explicit name is a must for students in the neighbourhood and for those looking for a friendly and affordable afterwork. And the place immediately takes you into this atmosphere, breathed by a young and dynamic team. As a beer bar, the establishment offers an original and quality selection. Customers enjoy theHappy Hour from 4pm to 9pm on weekdays and from 4pm to midnight on Saturdays. The team also offers boards, burgers, crocs, fries and many other snacks

Located in the former dining room of the hotel, café Jacquemart-André is the most beautiful tearoom in Paris. Consoles Louis XV in sculptured and gilded wood, beautiful tapestries of the eighteenth century and to top it all with the ceiling painted by Tiepolo where characters trompe-l'oeil leaning on the balustrade gives the impression of greeting visitors. Pleasant, brunch on the terrace, overlooking the garden. This charming setting should take you to the time of great artists such as Titian and Botticelli.

Many barges border the quay of François Mauriac - but you notice a really original one. Between the small baths with ultra modern architecture and the Batofar, Dame de Canton is one of its king. This junk escorted from the China Sea by a passionate has become over the years a legendary stage of Paris. He owes it to his winner cocktail: concerts of young artists, exhibitions, performances and relaxed atmosphere. Young and crazy guests populate this ship which has only one Master on board: party. In summer, a terrace is installed on the quay, ideal for a cocktail while waiting to go on the deck where concerts are held.

In its Cachette, a 180-seat room specially designed for children, the Compagnie des 3 Chardons presents its theatrical shows, which also regularly tour in primary schools. The place is truly magical, with nearly 18 shows created by Jean-Pierre Idatte. The stories are original, popular and encourage children to read. They can also buy, at the bookstore or on the company's Internet shop, the books and CDs from this Cachette, which looks like a treasure cave.

Quite banal from the outside, if you don't pay more attention, you could go your way! Indeed, it is by entering the interior of this quite classic brasserie that you discover the charm of the place: brown furniture and red seats, sounds of cutlery and exclamation behind the kitchen, Napoleonic frescoes which adorn the back wall, small dishes of the south west, and many other highly tasty surprises… For a quick coffee or a long break with friends with a glass of wine, Caffe Cambronne is enjoyable for its warm atmosphere. The price is certainly a little high, but you won't be disappointed by the quality of the establishment.

A swore great fan of Elvis (his tattoos prove his faith), biscotos and cap screwed on the head, Alan runs his bar like no one else. Tens of "old" mojito are served each day here, and we rarely wait on the counter. In a mood of rockabilly and Montmartrean bistro, the atmosphere encourages you either to dance the rock or to listen to the anecdotes of this place which crossed all 20th century, leaned with an original. In addition to that, Alan, a passionate about history, knows some nice stories about former owner, named Camille. Our favourite is: when the German soldiers went up the hillock to search the neighbourhood during the Second World War, we heard the whistle of Camille to warn the inhabitants to the Sacré-Coeur. In short, we have fun in the old-fashioned way at Chez Camille and we do it well.

At the bottom of a paved courtyard, this former multi-year stable has a small theatre of 72 places. The Green Donkey is the place of residence of the Naphralytep Company and the place of programming of the coréalisés shows by the Âne Oreilles Association (OrAne).

The Octogenarian Bar Le Bristol knows how to renew over the years, to stay at the forefront… For several months, it has a prestigious new recruit: Chief bartender Maxime Hoerth, Best Worker of France 2011. He selects products of excellence to make you appreciate your cocktail! To accompany him, the bar also offers a tapas assortment created by Bristol Étoilé Chef Eric Frechon. All in a luxurious atmosphere: Silk curtains, woodwork and marble fireplace. The place also hosts sharp Djs from Thursday to Saturday, to make the happy few on electro and vintage sounds.

Here is an address that should delight gourmets. Located at 75, rue du Bac, the bistro Les Ambassades invites you to take a gourmet break in a pleasant and friendly setting. We serve classic French dishes like rice pudding, a particularly tasty bone marrow, homemade french fries, snails from Burgundy, duck foie gras or a hearty shepherd's board. In addition, the wine list is very extensive and allows you to discover local wines. It is a perfect place for reunions around good food.

The 2 air-conditioned rooms (192 and 144 seats), equipped with Dolby SR and DTS digital sound, offer small but eclectic programming, as it allows for meetings and debates in the cinema walls.

A beautiful cinema room (with 2 films per week) and shows, air conditioned, accommodating 500 people.

A must, located right next to La Cigale and having the same notoriety in Paris - or almost. Indeed, this trendy bar with its industrial and wooded decor, on several levels, is located right next to the famous stage. This is where the trendy youth meet before or after having shared a musical moment, but it is above all a very lively rallying point. In the evening, avoid making it a place for a romantic date, the crowd is dense, and we prefer to come here in a group. The drinks are affordable for the neighbourhood, and the terrace is unmissable in summer. In short, an institution in Pigalle, filled from morning to night.

Paris-SG supporters welcome home! Patrick, the boss of the Parrot, welcomes you in a 100% MTP atmosphere, as evidenced by the numerous posters, scarves, sweaters and photos that line the walls entirely. All the matches of the Paris team are broadcast in this bar where all eyes are placed on the screens. Big game nights, think about booking or coming soon because the bar is fast. If you don't like football, you can still drink a drink at a good child price.

In the past the Stage Bastille, Boom is one of the must-see sites of the Parisian nights. Aurélien Antonini (former programmer of the Public baths and promoter of the evenings of Queen) and Aurélien Delaeter (former director of the boats Concorde Atlantique and River's King) gave life to a trendy space combining electro club and concert hall offers performances and visual and sound. Le Badaboum also has a Cocktail Bar furnished way vintage where you can enjoy dishes in the world, but also a Canteen where we offer you to rediscover the dishes from your childhood, and finally a Secret Room on the 1st floor…

This is an unavoidable scene in Val d'Oise, which has already revealed an incredible number of talents, from Sum 41 in Tryo to Cali or Bénabar. The Espace Michel Berger, which everyone now calls EMB, is a large flexible space that can accommodate up to 500 people and whose programming is constantly renewed. Focusing on the new rock scene in the 1990 s, it gradually evolved into what it is common to call today the «new French song». In parallel, the EMB is now a place of residence for artists, as well as a music awareness educational place.

You will have to go to the 20th district to discover Artimus. And frankly, you will hardly regret it. First of all, because Artimus, the name of the professor who rules here, is really well thought out. The settings plunge you into spaces that are more real than life, and into different missions: Naples in the 16th century, distant exoplanets in the future etc... In groups (up to 5 people, but the place can also accommodate private events), it's time for reflection, deduction and team spirit.

If you're a board game enthusiast, you'll find what you're looking for at the Oya bar, which boasts no fewer than 500 references of all kinds! Whether you're interested in collaborative games, strategy or speed, ask the owners for advice if you're undecided. They'll be happy to suggest games to suit your tastes and explain the rules quickly. Did you love playing The Gobbit or Settlers of Catan? You can buy your favorite boxed sets here in the store... which also has a few nuggets!

For nearly five years, this Atelier Charonne has been a beautiful part of gypsy and gypsy jazz. With its high quality programming that mixes experienced musicians and younger generations, this club has experienced a great reputation. In the evening you will be able to spend a delicious time with a concert dinner that will ensure not only that you are well placed to appreciate the jazz group, but also to spend a good time with a wide choice of dishes and desserts. Don't forget to book, this address is becoming more and more popular…

Paul B is the diminutive of the Paul-Bailliart cultural centre. This room of five hundred and fifty places - which also has a club of three hundred and seventy places - is very dynamic, its programming - rock, songs, reggae, music of the world, jazz, blues… - is all excellent year, playing equal to those of the Parisian rooms. No wonder Massy residents are not the only ones to go there. The Massy Early Festival takes place every year.

The program in 2009-2010: The Got Orchestra, Fanga - 10 October -, James Hunter - 13 October -, Mulatu Astatqe and The Heliocentrics - 15 October -, Albert Lee - 17 October -, The Herbaliser - 23 October -, The Massy Early Settlers Festival - October 28 to 31, Miossec - November 9, Kiddus I, Omar Perry - November 13 - Mighty Mo Rodgers - November 14 - Mighty - Parabellum - 21 November -, Avishaï Cohen - 28 November -Staff Benda Defy - 1 December -, Piers Faccini - 11 December -, Lo'Jo - 16 December -, Ska Cuban - 29 January -, Kocani Orkestar - 20 March -, Tigran Hamasyan - 27 March -, Jeanne Cherhal - 10 April -Roberto Fonseca - 28 May -, Mahmoud Ahmed - 31 May -…

Inaugurated in 1989, during the Bicentenary of the Revolution, the Opéra Bastille was built on the site of a former restaurant and train station that operated from 1859 to 1969, responding to the desire to create a modern and popular opera house. The 160,000 square meter building is 80 meters high, 50 meters above ground and 30 meters underground, and does not go unnoticed. It houses a 2,700-seat auditorium, a 450-seat amphitheater and a 250-seat studio. All with exceptional acoustics.

The composer Jacques Offenbach is the pere of this very lovely dining area to Italian. Les Bouffes Parisiens are initially installed in 1855 in Carré Marigny, on the Fields-Élysées. One year later, they migrate towards passage Choiseul. Offenbach creates Orphée with the hells there, before yielding its theater in 1862 to its orchestra conductor, Louis Varney. This one made shave the room to build some another, equipped with thousand hundred places. Specialized in the lyric shows, primarily of the operettas, Puff out them Parisian present works of Emmanuel Chabrier, Louis Viarney (Musketeers with the convent), Robert de Flers, Claude Terrasse. At the beginning of the 20th century, the operetta yields the step to the theater with the creation of rooms of Henry Bernstein and Sacha Guitry (Let us do one dreamed), before returning to the light kind which made its glory - Phi-Phi, of Albert Willemetz and Henri Christiné. Willemetz takes over the leadership of the room and obtains an enormous success with Dédé, played by Maurice Chevalier. Dranem, Guitry, Michel Simon, Arletty, Pauline Carton, Elvire Popesco, then Yves Robert, Danièle Delorme are the large stars of Puff out Parisian in the decades which follow. In 1986, Jean-Claude Brialy takes again the reins of the theater, until its death which has occurred in 2007. The direction is now ensured by Dominique Dumond. Theater, only in scene, song and shows young people divide the poster.

After an extensive renovation, the Salle Pleyel has been restored to its former glory. Its unique Art Deco style alone is worth the detour. A benchmark for classical music until the 2010s, the Salle Pleyel no longer programs classical music, as the Philharmonie de Paris has taken over. This may come as a surprise at first, but a quick look at the program should whet your appetite: Pleyel hosts other musical concerts, plays and numerous other creations.

Since 1945, this establishment on two levels is one of the favourite places for music lovers afro-cuban and more widely latin. Zouk, salsa, beguine, samba... You will have your person and will perspire with hot drops in this simple but tasteful. Lacks, there are great possibilities that a good dancer invites you to a dance "caliente". Note the excellent cocktails (quite strong, one precisa) available at the bar. For of should ask if you wish to book until early morning!

For those who have enough of the rue de Charonne and its surroundings, the Piston Pelican is a bar where the atmosphere is good child. The name comes from a theatre troupe who loved the place and was there. The decor is classic and sober with the atmosphere, it remains whatever it is relaxed and festive. On the consumption side, you'll find what you're drinking with, in particular, vodka served by a metre or a pitcher mojito… Keep a little moderation! As far as music is concerned, it is an eclectic maximum: songs, gypsy jazz, rock, electro, blind evenings, DJ sets…

Cool jazz for the aperitif or evening? Direction the hotel of Aubusson where the Café Laurent is - about sixty places. Since 2001, in a factory of beams and fireplaces - there is also a patio - the trio of pianist Christian Brenner leads the game, often accompanied by a guest soloist. Opened in 1690, the Café Laurent was a very popular address of the intellectuals of the Enlightenment. Later, at Liberation, it was its winery that made world famous its address: the famous Taboo was indeed here. He was frequented by Boris Vian, Raymond Queneau, François Mauriac, Albert Camus, Jean-Paul Sartre, Juliette Greco, Mouloudji… Legendary! Note that Wednesday evening is based on the concept of "a piano, a voice".

The Forum des images is a 6,000 m² space located in the heart of Paris, in the Westfield Forum des Halles. It offers a varied program of films, debates and meetings with film-makers. The Forum des images also plays an essential role in image education, hosting some 40 events for young audiences every year. Founded in 1988, its mission is to celebrate cinema and moving images. To get to the Forum des images, take the metro (Les Halles or Châtelet stations), the RER (Châtelet-Les Halles station) or the bus (Coquillières Les Halles stop).

La Juxtaposition: the name says it all, or almost... You're sure to come in for a cup of Christine Dattner tea or a Brûlerie de Belleville coffee, attracted no doubt by Frédéric Cassel's signature pastries, or by the boutique corner with its greeting cards, notepads, notebooks, lighting and objects by artisans. This soft, serene space will never cease to amaze you with its regular creative workshops and exhibitions. For those with a sweet tooth, there's also a brunch one Sunday a month.

Gay and very "guys", one of the gay locomotives in the neighborhood. The ritual is fun: until 18 p. m. there is virtually no one. Then it's the happy hour and as soon as 19 p. m., the beer flows through it: The bar is flooded to the point of literally blocking the sidewalk for almost two hours, both summer and winter. Then boys go dinner and there is no longer a big world until closure. In Cox, you'll find a lot of guys, quadras or a little less, short hair, @, tattooed, tattooed, tan, jean, or leather. The interior decoration changes every three months - from the farm to the casino. Well-known DJ djs perform on the players every evening. For those that the mass effect does not rebute, it is an essential bar of the Marais. To advise the canada and claustrophobes, even on the terrace. This dredge at all goes! Two events not to be missed: the aperitif of Pride and especially the Festival of Music.

For many years, Bear's Den offers a warm atmosphere for bears and teddy bears and their friends in a true stone decor. On three levels, Bear's Den proposes outside: a terrace inside: a bar on the ground floor, a mezzanine floor and a disco-bar area where you will be able to relax on the latest dance-hits as well as the oldest hits. Crowded at the time of the aperitif, it is very often in the second basement room where the thematic evenings take place - refer to the agenda on the website, detailed and very well updated. The vaulted room of the basement (very beautiful) hosts clubbing evenings, with a pretty good sound from the seventies to the present.

Originally called La Canteen des Ginettes armed, this place of 300 m 2, originally lesbian, became mixed on two levels in the heart of Paris has only one currency: " We eat, drink, dance. " The garden, between fun kitsch and "as at home" makes this bar a unique place of its kind. It is in several versions, bourgeois for the dining room with old wallpaper wallpaper and lustre, kitchen in another room with bed and red and white tiles, half caravan as separation, for another, with a large U at the entrance, a DJ cabin. There are large dining to eat together or a submarine in the basement, not to mention the DJs'caravan. There are salads, croques, dishes of the day, breakfast plates. A lot of choices at very reasonable rates given the neighbourhood. Daily music programming, especially electro-magnetic. Lesbian mixed public - especially -homo - some - and hetero - a little too much. Very noisy place because of - or thanks to? - its success. Girls in the service are speeds and often at the limit of kindness. Regular alternative evenings, consult the site for dates.

The cabaret, perhaps the most famous in the world, is photographed every day by thousands of people, who pose in front of the famous windmill overlooking the district: if the Moulin Rouge is a symbol, it's revues, an absolutely breathtaking show that you must attend at least once in your life. You can of course attend a show with or without a meal, in the morning. The show, dubbed "Féérie", is as impressive as it is finely tuned, a veritable firework display of prowess by the 60 Doriss Girls.

It is in the very chic neighborhood of rue François-I^er and rue Marbeuf that you will find Le Doobie's, a restaurant lounge that attracts customers from 8th and 16th arrondissements. On the menu, inspired by Italian and French cuisine, you'll find classic dishes revisited with a modern touch. The place is transformed into dancing bar after the dinner, in a relaxed and festive atmosphere. However, you are not obliged to eat there, the idea is to go and see if the atmosphere getting up around 2:00am. As for the music, only one rule: no house or techno! Something different…

République is the meeting point for many Parisians, since it is quite "central". The difficult thing is to find a bar large enough to receive bands of friends in a neighborhood often crowded. Le Toucan, with its great capacity, works extremely well! The happy hour is very generous for a bar in the capital and you eat quite well there (croque-monsieur, pasta and salads are offered on the menu). A good address for reunions between friends.

An old corner bar with unpromising decor near the canal: at first glance, that is what this institution of quai de Jemmapes looks like. But once you sit down at the table, you quickly forget the pine cone hanging from the ceiling and the statuettes of bucolic nymphs scattered throughout the bar. This is the kingdom of Adel, who run his small café with good humour and sympathy, a tradition that is lost in the other neighbourhood bars. If we come here, it is not so much for the contents of the glass or the plate (some Syrian specialities are proposed), but for the people with whom we taste them. Here, you will find a few merry regulars, some quite drunk students and idle artists. Every evening or almost, musicians give small concerts, without any fuss. The prices are reasonable, the evenings are always pleasant, especially in summer when the terrace is full of customers enjoying the beautiful days… and beautiful nights!

Les Piaules, known for being a youth hostel, is also a bar-restaurant. With its large wooden tables, its fireplace and its high bar stools, it is suitable for young people but also for travellers. The location is friendly, warm and conducive to discussion between strangers. A rooftop allows you to enjoy your drink in a quiet way, watching the lights of Paris. On the map, lemonade and grilled beer, but also urchin and nibble pâté. Prices are really attractive, in accordance with youth hostels policy. Practical side: instead of having four legs at home, sleeping in one of the Shipped shipped.

A fan of the 70 s and the films of Godard, Truffaut and co, welcome to the Grand Action, the establishment that loves the classics. Founded in 1970, this film belonged to the Action network, which proposed a policy of classic film reproductions in new copies in four cinemas (Action Schools, Studio des Grands-Augustins, Action Christine and Grand Action). Since then, two halls have broadcast exclusive American and classic films. The largest room, Henri Langlois (dedicated to the founder of the French Cinémathèque), is absolutely magnificent, with a screen of 10 metres and 223 seats arranged in a drawer. The 3 D has its place in this cinema temple dedicated to great thrills and great moments of action.

Located in the quiet street of Vandamme, you will find a stylish, cosy and fresh bar where you can have a cocktail or even dinner. During concert evenings, do not waists time before going there so as to be sure to have a seat because the bar is quite small. In summer, an outdoor patio will delight smokers. Finally, do not hesitate to visit its website for the evening's programme that start around 8 to 9 p.m. or call because the hall is sometimes privatized on Saturday. If you want to celebrate a birthday, then Kriza Bar will be a good idea.

As the Theatre of the City, of which it is the second room since 1996, the Theatre des Abbesses offers a high quality programme. Although eclectic, he is very rich in plays. This elegant Italian theatre, which is resolutely contemporary, has 400 seats on the bottom of a courtyard at the foot of Montmartre. His rehabilitation was entrusted to the architect Charles Vandenhove. The decorations of the avant-stage curtain and side galleries were carried out by the painter Olivier Debré. Part of the interior and courtyard is artist Daniel Buren, the rayures man.

Since 1899, Fouquet's Paris is a place for history and tradition, emblematic of the Parisian life. The pleasure here is drinking a cup of coffee or a drink in good company in a top chic place. Le Fouquet's has developed a " respectable luxury" concept :menus made of organic products, champagne selected from reasoned agriculture, flowers and fruit juices from equitable trade ... Today, the greatest politicians and showbiz come to Le Fouquet's to talk over a meal or a drink. One does not change such an institution...

Actress Silvia Monfort had long and ardently wanted this theatre, which is located on the edge of Georges-Brassens Park, but unfortunately she died before it opened in 1992. This municipal hall with 460 seats was finally entrusted to Régis Santon. Dramatic art is king, but musical theatre, dance and circus performances are frequently included in the program, as well as concerts and song recitals. The great variety of types of shows and the desire to promote emerging companies remain the strong points of this place rich in proposals and talents.

Red velvet, drapes, golden frames and old chandeliers: this place created at the bottom of a court in 1993 is decorated in a baroque way. It's mainly used for private events, but we regularly serve a rich auditorium of comics, including Wednesday evening for Les Oscars du Laughter. The following went: Jean-Luc Lemoine, Thierry Samitier, Fabrice Eboué, Willy… The famous singers are not the same: Werewolf or Natacha Saint-Pierre also foulé the planks of this place which made one (pre) name in the capital.