Photo : Le contes à paillettes
Storytelling readings by drag queens and drag kings with the Les Contes à Paillettes collective
Forget the usual fairytales and discover a world where knights can be tiny and princes find love in unexpected places. These flamboyant drag storytelling sessions are a brilliant way to introduce children and adults alike to kindness, courage, and unconditional self-expression.
Bibliothèque Aimé Césaire (Paris 14th)
About
Join the collective Les Contes à Paillettes at the Aimé Césaire library on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, for a storytelling session led by drag queens and drag kings. This event, part of the 14th arrondissement's Pride Festival, features tales of independent princesses, friendly dragons, and brave knights designed to spark empathy and self-confidence. Suitable for children aged 4 and up, the performance promises a warm and whimsical atmosphere for the whole family. Admission is completely free, making it an accessible way to enjoy a creative afternoon in Paris.
Stories with feathers, steam, and mustaches
Les Paillettes tell stories of a mustachioed princess in love with independence, a friendly dragon who lets itself be tamed, a tiny knight discovering courage, or even a prince falling in love with another prince.
Benevolent universes, crossed by a wind of madness, where we unravel the thread to the tips of our eyelashes.
A universe for children... and the whole family
Les Contes à Paillettes are aimed at children from 4 years old, but also delight families and the adults accompanying them.
We wish to offer children a light cloud that breaks the monotony of daily life, where imagination mixes with messages of self-confidence and respect for others.
We want to promote the awakening of positive values, curiosity, and the development of empathy.
And above all, to have a great time full of fantasy, warmth, and good humor!
Family audience from 4 years old
As part of the Pride Festival organized by the 14th Arrondissement City Hall
Our take on this event
On Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 16:00 to 17:30, the Aimé Césaire library hosts a unique storytelling experience. Artists from the Les Contes à Paillettes collective, including drag queens and drag kings, will bring to life a series of original stories filled with fantasy and positive values.
The repertoire includes tales of a moustache-wearing princess seeking independence, a gentle dragon, and stories featuring princes falling in love with other princes. These narratives aim to inspire curiosity, respect for others, and empathy in a lighthearted and inclusive setting. While specifically tailored for children from age 4, the event is crafted to entertain and enchant the entire family.
Organized as part of the Festival des Fiertés by the local town hall of the 14th arrondissement, this gathering is entirely free of charge. It is a perfect opportunity to spend a creative afternoon together in a welcoming, community-focused environment.
