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The Magician's Strange Christmas, the must-see show for young audiences at Le Funambule Montmartre.
Expect a festive disaster as an impatient magician accidentally disrupts the countdown to Christmas. This charming production blends live magic and songs, turning the holiday rush into a hilarious mission to save the season. It is the perfect weekend escape to share with your little ones in one of Paris’s most iconic districts.
Le Funambule Montmartre (Paris 18th)
About
Discover L'étrange Noël du magicien at Le Funambule Montmartre, an enchanting show perfect for children aged 3 and up. The story follows Nomin, a clumsy magician who accidentally opens his Advent calendar too early, throwing the holiday season into chaos. Alongside a quirky sidekick, he uses magic tricks and songs to try and save Christmas. Held in the 18th arrondissement, the venue is fully wheelchair accessible, providing a comfortable environment for all spectators. This festive performance offers a delightful way to experience the holiday spirit through music, wonder, and humor, ensuring an engaging outing for the little ones.
Like every year, Santa Claus has randomly chosen an Advent calendar that allows for a journey through the magic of Christmas. This year, it is the calendar of Nomin, a magician, that has been chosen! But the magician, very greedy and impatient, opens the windows ahead of time... This will disrupt the world of Christmas... What if the magic of Christmas disappeared because of him? With the help of a surprising sidekick, he will do everything to save Christmas, featuring magic tricks and songs!
From November 11th to January 3rd
Wednesdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM
Saturdays at 3:00 PM
From 12/21 to 12/23 then from 12/28 to 12/31 every day at 2:00 PM
Our take on this event
Le Funambule Montmartre invites you to L'étrange Noël du magicien, a theatrical experience tailored for children from age 3. The plot revolves around Nomin, an impatient magician whose premature opening of his Advent calendar threatens the very essence of Christmas. To fix his mistake, he joins forces with an unexpected companion, blending clever illusions and musical numbers to restore the holiday magic before it is too late.
The show runs from November 11, 2026, until January 3, 2027. Regular performances take place on Wednesdays and Sundays at 14:00, and on Saturdays at 15:00. During the holiday break, from December 21 to 23 and December 28 to 31, daily shows are scheduled at 14:00.
Located in the 18th arrondissement, the theater is wheelchair accessible. This is a ticketed event, and booking in advance is recommended to secure your seats. Come and enjoy this festive production that combines storytelling and magic in the heart of Montmartre.
