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Paris Theaters, Movie Theaters, and Concert Venues

Paris is a great place for theater, movie, or music enthusiasts. The city is chock-full of fantastic spots for a night of entertainment and culture. Here you'll find information on Paris theaters, movie theaters, and concert venues worth visiting.
Open-Air Theater at the Jardin Shakespeare
Each year, open-air theater at the Jardin Shakespeare in Paris's Bois de Boulogne (Boulogne Wood) makes midsummer dreaming effortless. A lively program of classical plays from the bard himself (sometimes in English) and French thespians like Molière, dance and musical performances promise an eclectic experience.
Les Folies Bergère Classic Paris Cabaret
Your Guide reviews Les Folies Bergère, one of Paris' most legendary cabarets and theaters.
Top 5 Paris Movie Theaters
Paris' top five movie theaters, from arthouse cinemas to multiplexes and film centers.
Centre Georges Pompidou Cinema
A profile of the Centre Georges Pompidou's onsite cinemas, which focus on retrospectives of key "auteur" directors such as Jean-Luc Godard or Martin Scorsese, as well as major trends and movements in film.
Le Bataclan Theater and Concert Venue
A review of Le Bataclan, a legendary Paris theater and concert venue. Le Bataclan was built in the mid-19th century and has hosted musical legends like Edith Piaf. Today, the venue's cutting-edge concert programming and intimate setting continue to draw crowds.
Find English-Language Films Playing in Paris
This is a very useful site listing all the English-language films playing in Paris for a given week. You can search by film, date, or Paris district.
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