Intellectual Events & Talks in Paris

Workshops

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 19:30

Theatre Du Chatelet

Workshop

Dive into a diverse lineup of workshops at Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. Hands-on sessions across acting, movement, backstage tech, set design, and stagecraft unfold in an iconic venue, part of the season 25-26, guided by seasoned professionals.

Aux singuliers.

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 22:00

La Colline - Théâtre National

Theater

A contemporary theatre piece at Paris’ La Colline (Théâtre National), 'Aux singuliers' explores singular identities through intimate staging and text in French. Expect inventive direction, thoughtful scenography, and a provocative evening of live performance.

La Bande-Son Imaginaire

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 22:00

Petit bain

Music

An evening of experimental sound by La Bande-Son Imaginaire at Petit Bain, Paris. Expect immersive textures and unconventional instrumentation in the intimate riverside venue, blending avant-garde aesthetics with a lively city-night atmosphere.

Orchestre de chambre de Paris - Thomas Hengelbrock

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 22:00

Grande salle Pierre Boulez

Music

The Orchestre de chambre de Paris, conducted by Thomas Hengelbrock, performs at the Grande Salle Pierre Boulez. Expect an intimate, richly nuanced chamber program in a prestigious Paris venue, showcasing refined ensemble detail and expressive classical repertoire.

CAP PME

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 10:30

Conference

CAP PME is a full-day conference at Station F for entrepreneurs and managers focused on small and medium enterprises. The program features keynote talks, industry panels, and networking aimed at growth, funding, and practical strategy for PMEs.

Fiesta

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 12:00

Bpi, Paris

Theater

Fiesta is a theater piece in Paris selected by a children's reading committee, weaving laughter and tears around themes of covid and resilience. This family-friendly show promises engaging storytelling and a warm, intimate atmosphere for young audiences and their families.

L’eau primordiale – Leçons de Mésopotamie

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 14:30

Musée du Louvre

Lecture

A Louvre Auditorium lecture exploring Mesopotamian civilization through the theme of water. Scholars examine irrigation, city life and myth to reveal how water shaped early society, politics, and culture. A formal, museum-style talk that brings ancient Mesopotamia to life.

Les jours de mon abandon

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 17:00

Place des Abbesses

Theater

A stage adaptation of Elena Ferrante's Les jours de mon abandon, staged at Les Abbesses in Paris. Gaia Saitta delivers a piercing, intimate performance in a contemporary French-language drama, set in the heart of Montmartre.

Jeu des portraits et masques | Atelier avec Anne-Catherine Faucher

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 17:30

Bibliothèque L'Heure joyeuse

Family

Children aged 5 and up join a playful, hands-on workshop at Bibliothèque L'Heure joyeuse, exploring portraits and masks. Through observation games, riddles, and playful metamorphoses, they create their own mask while enjoying stories in a cozy library setting.

Sonnets de Michel-Ange

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 22:00

Musée du Louvre

Lecture

An in-depth Louvre Auditorium lecture examining Michelangelo's sonnets and their role in Renaissance poetry. Explore the poet’s verse, its historical context, and how these intimate poems illuminate Michelangelo's broader artistic world beyond sculpture. Free with museum admission or ticket.

Vadym Kholodenko

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 22:00

Cité de la musique

Music

Renowned pianist Vadym Kholodenko performs a solo piano recital at the Cité de la musique in Paris, delivering a program of celebrated classical works in the Philharmonie de Paris venue.

Solar Orbiter: Une aventure humaine autour de notre étoile

Thu, 28 May 2026

Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie

Conference

This public conference at Paris's Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie explores the Solar Orbiter mission and humanity's journey around the Sun. The talk covers solar physics, engineering challenges, and recent discoveries, illustrating how this mission deepens our understanding of our closest star.

Pourquoi ton cœur s’emballe ? Conférence sur l’adolescence

Thu, 28 May 2026

Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie

Lecture

A science conference at the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie explores why the heart beats faster in adolescence, with experts covering physiology, emotions, and teen health. The talk promises accessible explanations in a museum setting, combining science with real-life relevance.

Rencontre avec Lamine Badian Kouyate

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 21:00

FGO-Barbara

Conference

Attend a public meet-and-greet with Lamine Badian Kouyate, designer behind Xuly Bet, during Festival Magic Barbes at FGO-Barbara in Paris. Hear about his career, creative process, and upcoming projects, followed by a Q&A in the intimate venue.

Ercole amante: Paris National Opera

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 21:30

Music

Paris National Opera presents Cavalli's Ercole amante at the iconic Opéra Bastille. This Baroque opera night showcases lush period textures in a grand, acoustically renowned venue. On May 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM, tickets start from €146.

Histoire de l'œil

Thu, 28 May 2026 · All day

Le Carreau du Temple

Art

An atmospheric contemporary art event at Le Carreau du Temple, showcasing Janaina Leite's interpretation of Histoire de l'œil. A multimedia exhibition blending photography and live performance to reframe Bataille’s surreal tale in a modern Paris setting.

Miles & John

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 22:00

New Morning

Music

Two jazz artists Miles & John bring a vibrant evening to New Morning, the intimate Amsterdam club famed for its warm room and top-notch acoustics. Expect swinging, inventive melodies and soulful dialogue between the duo in a classic late-night jazz setting.

conférence musicale Sade

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 20:00

FGO-Barbara

Conference

Attend a music-focused conference at FGO-Barbara in Paris as scholars discuss Sade's influence on contemporary soul and pop. An intimate, panel-style evening within the Magic Barbes festival, offering insights alongside listening excerpts in a historic venue.

Les 4 Saisons de Vivaldi (extraits), Kreisler, Beethoven at Saint Germain des Prés

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 22:45

Music

A refined Paris recital at Eglise Saint-Germain-des-Prés featuring excerpts from Vivaldi's Four Seasons alongside pieces by Kreisler and Beethoven. Experience a rich, sacred-venue atmosphere with a classical program in a beloved church.

Concerts classiques

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 14:30

Musée du Louvre

Music

Experience classical music at the Louvre as concerts classiques fill its grand galleries. An elegant indoor program highlights timeless masterpieces set in the museum’s legendary spaces, offering a refined, music-filled afternoon in Paris.

Activité danse et écriture - Au rythme de l'Arc

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 17:00

Arc de triomphe

Workshop

Participate in a creative workshop blending dance and writing at the Arc de Triomphe, part of the Monuments en (pleine) forme program. An accessible outdoor session inviting movement and expressive writing with Paris' iconic monument as a backdrop for adults and families.

Festival de courts-métrages autour de la baleine - 4e édition

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 17:30

Centre Paris Anim' Pina Bausch/Montgallet

Film

Join the fourth edition of the short-film festival around the whale, featuring amateur filmmakers. An evening of screenings across multiple categories, with trophies awarded by a jury. Over two hours of animated shorts, video montages, and contemplative pieces at Centre Paris Anim' Pina Bausch/Montgallet in Paris.

Où irais-tu ?

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 21:00

Le Studio

Music

An evening of classical music at Le Studio (Philharmonie de Paris) on May 30, 2026. The intimate venue promises refined acoustics and focused listening, with a program featuring live chamber and orchestral works by renowned composers.

THE WAYNE ESCOFFERY QUARTET

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 21:30

Le Duc des Lombards

Music

Join a dynamic jazz night at Le Duc des Lombards as the Wayne Escoffery Quartet brings masterful improvisation and tight ensemble playing to one of Paris’ premier jazz clubs on Rue des Lombards. A marquee performance for fans of modern sax-led jazz.

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