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8 must-see spectacles in May!

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The Editor

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In May, do what makes you happy. And what makes us happy at Bonbon is settling into the fabulous red chairs of the theaters and performance venues in the capital, allowing ourselves to be carried away by wonderful stories. From poetic plays to grand shows, we've picked out 8 gems for you to discover on stage this May.


Grease Generation at the Folies Bergère 

We all remember Grease, the 1978 musical comedy featuring Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta. With Grease Generation, get ready to dive back into this story and enjoy the iconic and timeless songs like “Summer Nights” or “You’re the One That I Want”, but in an explosive and completely modern version. An unmissable concert show this May!

Grease Generation
Folies Bergère
32, rue Richer – 9e
On May 16 and 17, 2025
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The Next Time You Bite the Dust at the Théâtre Antoine 

After weeks of sold-out shows at the Théâtre du Petit Saint-Martin, The Next Time You Bite the Dust, a play adapted from the book by Panayotis Pascot, will be back on stage for 10 exceptional dates. With themes of his relationship with his father, his depression, and accepting his homosexuality, the author takes us deep into his most intimate thoughts to deliver a heartfelt story. On stage, it will once again be Vassili Schneider who brilliantly embodies the lead role.éhalve comedian and French humorist.

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The next time you bite the dust
Théâtre Antoine
14, boulevard de Strasbourg – 10th
From May 21 to June 7, 2025
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Zourou, beyond words at the Thé ```

Circle of The Work

Zourou is a gentle and musical approach to disability. Lola, a 13-year-old girl, has a speech disorder. She lives alone with her father, Pierre, who worries about letting his daughter grow up. But when Jérémy, Lola's new speech therapist, and Jeanne, Pierre's partner, become part of this little family's daily life, everything gets shaken up for the better. With kindness and poetry, they learn to understand each other and communicate. A play that moves us to tears and helps transform our view on disability with infinite tenderness.

Zourou, beyond words
Theatre de l’Œuvre
55, rue de Clichy – 9th
Until May 25, 2025
On Sundays at 6 PM and Mondays at 8 PM
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Devdas - The Musical at the Grand Rex 

Devdas is none other than India's greatest love story. Get ready to confront the love triangle formed by Devdas, Paro, and Chandramukhi. This tale, a Bollywood classic that made waves on screen in 2002, is now coming to life on stage to leave you speechless. Bursting with colors, breathtaking dances, and scenery that transports you... Let yourself be amazed by the Romeo and Juliet of India !

Devdas - The Musical
Grand Rex
1, boulevard Poissonnière – 2nd
Until May 11, 2025
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The Two Others at the Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens 

Do you recognize them? Yes, it’s Matthieu and Ricardo from Chiche Capon, that quartet of modern clowns that came to life in the early 2000s. They’ve known each other for 25 years, so you could say they know each other by heart. And together, they don’t hesitate to think big! Maybe even sometimes too big...

The Two Others
Théâtre des Béliers Parisiens
14 bis, rue Sainte-Isaure – 18th
From May 4 to May 25, 2025
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Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox at Salle Pleyel 

You’ve probably heard one of their swing, jazz, or even Charleston-style covers of a super modern pop hit. This year, Postmodern Jukebox is celebrating its 10th anniversary on the Paris stage. For this special occasion, classic hits from Maroon 5, Beyoncé, Radiohead, the Spice Girls, and even Miley Cyrus will get their vintage makeover. With dazzling costumes, unmatched voices, and music that makes you want to tap your feet... This show promises to take you on the most beautiful time-travel journey !

Postmodern Jukebox
Salle Pleyel
252, rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré – 8e
On May 18, 2025
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Intra Muros Théâtre de la Pépinière

Come discover one of the most moving plays by Alexis Michalik. The playwright introduces us to Richard, a director giving his very first theater class in a prison. The problem? Just two inmates are attending, Kévin and Ange. With a minimalist set and musical accompaniment by Raphaël Charpentier, the play unfolds with an incredible dose of humanity and humor. 

Intra Muros
Theater of the Pépinière
7, rue Louis-le-Grand – 2nd
Until July 31, 2025
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A Year Before '92 - Chronicle of a Lie at the Theater La Manufacture des Abbesses

In 1991, the daily life of a small town in Northern France is shaken by the repeated disappearance of cash registers from various shops. In 1992, a journalist becomes interested in this story, unaware that what was supposed to be just a simple report will actually turn into a true investigation. Through testimonies, unspoken words, and lies, some unique connections will unite these six women. 

One Year Before '92 - Chronicle of a Lie
Theatre la Manufacture des Abbesses
7, rue Véron – 18th
Starting May 1, 2025
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