Paradis Latin, the Historic Cabaret of Paris

Cabaret, cancan, and champagne - the perfect program for a Parisian evening to experience at least once in a lifetime. Step back into Paris of 1803 when the Paradis Latin opened, envisioned by Napoleon Bonaparte and reconstructed by Gustave Eiffel. A legendary theater with a mythic history that continues to inspire dreams.

Less well-known than the Moulin Rouge, and less glamorous than the Lido, the Paradis Latin remains the only cabaret on the Left Bank that is still the go-to place for wild nights. If for one evening you wish to feel a bit like Toulouse Lautrec, settle into a chair and let yourself be inspired by the enchanting spectacle of lights, colors, and sounds at the Paradis Latin.

Performers, acrobats, and dancers will enchant you as always in one of the most famous cabarets in Paris. Dream and let yourself be carried away into a night of celebration like in the Paris of yesteryears. Last but not least, the famous cancan, not to be missed once in Paris. Bonne soirée Mesdames et Messieurs!

Where to Find the Paradis Latin

The Paradis Latin is located at 28 rue du Cardinal Lemoine, in the Latin Quarter.Metro: Line 10 - Cardinal Lemoine or Line 10 or 7 - Jussieu

Information for Your Evening at the Paradis Latin

The Paradis Latin is open every day (closed on Tuesdays) from 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM:

Arrive early: between 7:45 PM and 8:15 PM for the dinner show and between 9:00 PM and 9:20 PM for the revue
The show lasts 90 minutes without an intermission. It begins at 9:30 PM and ends at 11:00 PM
Generally, table selection is not possible. The seating arrangement is set by the maître d'hôtel on the day, based on the evening and reservation date. Therefore, seats are assigned and do not depend on your arrival time. A member of the team will escort you to your table upon arrival. The Paradis Latin is designed to ensure good visibility from any location. However, if you have specific needs, please mention them at the time of booking.
Dress code: Proper attire is required, elegant dress is appreciated. The theater allows casual shoes and jeans (preferably without holes), but does not accept sportswear, beach wear, tank tops, or flip-flops
A cloakroom is available at a cost of €2 per item. Very large luggage is prohibited.
During the show, filming or taking photos is not allowed. However, the theater's photographers are at your disposal.
The Paradis Latin has accessible seating for individuals with disabilities or reduced mobility. Please inform them of any handicaps when booking.

Tickets for Paradis Latin and Other Paris Cabarets

Dining at the Paradis Latin

Book your evening at the Paradis Latin in advance by choosing the option you prefer.

You can purchase just the show ticket, or for a slightly higher rate, you can enjoy the show while sipping a glass of champagne. If you want to treat yourself to a complete evening, choose the ticket that includes the show and a three-course dinner with wine and champagne. If you are in Paris with young children, don't worry. There is no age limit, but a minimum age of 6 years is recommended to fully enjoy the show.

The Paradis Latin also offers free admission and a special menu for children up to 12 years old.

The Experience at the Paradis Latin: The Show L'Oiseau Paradis

Following the "Paradis à la folie" the cabaret, starting in May 2019 to celebrate the 130th anniversary of the Paradis Latin, presents the new revue, L'Oiseau Paradis, directed by choreographer Kamel Ouali. The queen of the evening is Iris Mittenaere, Miss France and Miss Universe 2016. The new revue aims to amaze with elements of sensuality, poetry, emotion, and humor.

Performers, acrobats, and dancers alternate on stage against the backdrop of enchanting sets designed by Alain Lagarde, a renowned set designer of opera, musicals, and theater shows. Special effects and new technologies further enhance this magical dream of lights, sounds, and colors.

In addition, 500 costumes have been created for the occasion by La maison de Couture Parisienne "On aura tout vu" which has designed stage costumes for top stars like Beyoncé and Katy Perry, as well as many ballets from the opera. The classic French cabaret is thus reborn, remaining true to tradition while simultaneously evolving into more modern forms. However, the iconic French cancan remains intact as a tribute to the legendary history of the Paradis Latin. Surprising finale in white.

The mythical Parisian cabaret guarantees a memorable evening for both adults and children in a surreal atmosphere between celebration and dreams. A delightful experience for couples, families, and show lovers in search of a typically Parisian night.

History and Curiosities about the Paradis Latin

It was in 1803 when the Théâtre Latin opened its doors on rue des Fossés-Saint-Victor at the behest of Napoleon Bonaparte, then consul of France. It was not meant to be just another café-concert but rather a fashionable theater frequented by aristocrats, merchants, bourgeois, artists, and intellectuals of the calibre of Balzac.

Destroyed by fire during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870, the Théâtre Latin was rebuilt by Gustave Eiffel, who began work at the same time as his tower in a Paris preparing for the 1889 Exposition Universelle.

The new hall was inaugurated on January 20, 1889, under the name Paradis Latin and was an immediate success. After many tragedies and comedies, it was time for operettas, ballets, and other eccentricities that the era demanded. The theater's directors had the idea of bringing in acrobats, tightrope walkers, and contortionists to differentiate their show from the classic café-concerts of the time. The theater thus became the first music hall in Paris, breaking box office records every night.

However, the new formula only survived four seasons. The Paradis Latin closed its doors, then became a glassmaker's workshop, and was later divided into apartments. By the early 20th century, the new center of Parisian nightlife had become Montmartre. It was not until November 10, 1977, that the Paradis Latin was revived: artistic director Jean-Marie Rivière presented the first revue Paris Paradis. The Paradis Latin once again became the meeting place for Parisian nights. Since then, the cabaret has welcomed internationally renowned artists, cancan dancers of every type, and over two million spectators.

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Paradis Latin - The Oldest Cabaret in Paris