Photo : Drôles d'inventions : © Thomas Lang
Cine-show: Funny Inventions
Prepare for a whimsical journey where silent cinema meets live, quirky soundtracks in the most delightful way. A mad scientist and a talented improvisational pianist transform vintage film clips into a hilarious spectacle that captures the imagination of audiences of all ages.
Fondation Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé (Paris 13th)
About
Step into a world of eccentric machinery with the film-performance Drôles d'inventions at the Fondation Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé. Running from October 2026 to January 2027, this event invites children aged 6 and up to explore how early cinema drew inspiration from technological marvels to create hilarious gags. Led by a mad scientist played by Chloé Cavillier, the performance features live musical accompaniment from pianists trained at the CNSMDP. This one-hour experience, located in Paris's 13th arrondissement, is fully wheelchair accessible, providing a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy the magic of early film together.
These real or imagined discoveries revolutionized the daily lives of their users, made them dream, and sometimes sowed chaos. From the very beginning, they became a source of inspiration for cinema, giving free rein to the most unusual situations and the most amusing gags.
In the form of a cine-show, a mad scientist presents his strange machines and awakens the magic of the origins of cinema, surrounded by the talents of an improvising pianist and instruments with strange and mysterious resonances.
- Show conceived and hosted by Chloé Cavillier.
The screenings are accompanied by pianists from Jean-François Zygel's improvisation class (CNSMDP).
The workshops are designed to be done as a family. Parents accompany and participate in the workshops. From age 6 - Duration: 1h show
When purchasing tickets, you must buy a ticket for each member of the group.
- Dates:
- Thursday, October 22 at 2:30 PM (Halloween special)
- Saturday, January 9 at 11:00 AM
Our take on this event
The Fondation Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé invites families to discover the dawn of cinema through the lens of bizarre and brilliant inventions. Drôles d'inventions examines how both real and imaginary machines inspired filmmakers to create whimsical and chaotic scenarios. Hosted by Chloé Cavillier, the show blends theatrical storytelling with improvised piano performances provided by students from Jean-François Zygel’s class at the CNSMDP.
Designed for children aged 6 and older, the performance lasts 1 hour and encourages parents to join in the workshop activities. Mark your calendars for two featured sessions: a special Halloween edition on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 14:30, and a morning session on Saturday, January 9, 2027, at 11:00.
Tickets are available at a single price of 8 €. Families can benefit from special packages: the Family Package at 28 € (4 tickets, max 2 adults) and the Family Plus Package at 32 € (5 tickets, max 2 adults). Additional tickets beyond 5 participants are priced at 4 € each. Every individual must hold their own ticket. The venue is accessible to wheelchair users, ensuring everyone can participate in this cinematic journey.
