Photo : Le Concert Spirituel / Christelle TEA
Scaramouche and Music-Hall
Experience the glamour and whimsy of vintage Parisian variety shows through a brilliant orchestral reimagining of timeless cabaret legends. From operetta highlights to forgotten musical treasures, this performance blends virtuosic skill with pure, contagious energy. Perfect for those who want to feel the heartbeat of mid-century Paris in an intimate and festive setting.
Théâtre du Châtelet (Paris 1st)
About
Experience a vibrant tribute to French musical heritage at the Théâtre du Châtelet on Wednesday, January 13, 2027. Conductor Hervé Niquet leads the Orchestre de chambre de Paris and the Concert Spirituel choir in a program celebrating iconic figures such as Bourvil, Charles Trenet, and Maurice Chevalier. This musical journey captures the festive spirit of 1960s and 1970s Paris through operetta and popular song. The performance is suitable for audiences aged 10 and over and is fully accessible to blind or visually impaired guests. Tickets are required for this evening of virtuoso performances in the heart of Paris.
Conducted by Hervé Niquet, this concert celebrates a popular, festive, and musical Paris—the Paris of legendary variety shows and melodies that several generations have hummed. Leading the Orchestre de chambre de Paris, accompanied by the Concert Spirituel choir and clarinetist Florent Pujuila, he imagines a generous evening full of surprises, where musical excellence meets the spirit of celebration.
Bourvil, Charles Trenet, Maurice Chevalier, Francis Lopez: the great figures of chanson and operetta regain their vitality here in brilliant, colorful orchestrations. The program also visits the tender and whimsical world of 'The White Horse Inn' (L’Auberge du Cheval-Blanc), as well as a jubilant rarity: Darius Milhaud's 'Barba Garibo', a work inspired by the folklore of Menton, composed for choir and orchestra.
Through this eclectic and joyful program, Hervé Niquet also shares a personal vision: that of the Paris of the 1960s and 1970s, a theater open to all repertoires, where classical music, popular song, and entertainment interacted freely.
A lively, warm, and virtuosic evening, brought to life by artists who take as much pleasure in playing this music as the audience does in hearing it.
Our take on this event
On January 13, 2027, from 20:00 to 22:00, the Théâtre du Châtelet hosts a unique concert celebrating the popular music of Paris. Hervé Niquet, joined by clarinetist Florent Pujuila, leads the ensemble in a heartfelt exploration of the repertoire that defined a generation. From the whimsical tunes of L'Auberge du Cheval-Blanc to Darius Milhaud's Barba Garibo, the evening highlights the brilliance of French operetta and variety shows.
This concert is designed as an eclectic and joyful experience, reflecting a time when classical music and popular song blended seamlessly. It is an ideal outing for those aged 10 and up who appreciate high-quality arrangements performed with genuine enthusiasm. The venue ensures the event is accessible to blind or visually impaired attendees, offering an inclusive environment to enjoy this rich musical program.
