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27th Paris Amateur Theatre Festival
Seven independent troupes are taking over the stage this week to showcase the raw, unfiltered spirit of live theater. Experience the infectious enthusiasm of performers who have traded their day jobs for the spotlight to bring bold stories to life. Drop by for an evening of genuine emotion and creative discovery in the heart of the city.
Salle Jean Dame (Paris 2nd)
About
The 27th Paris Amateur Theatre Festival takes place at Salle Jean Dame from November 16 to 22, 2026. Featuring seven different troupes from Paris and the Île-de-France region, the event showcases a series of contemporary plays that reflect on modern society. This week-long celebration is fully accessible to wheelchair users and individuals with cognitive disabilities. Whether you are a regular theater-goer or a curious newcomer, you can enjoy these performances with varying ticket prices, including a free entry option on Thursday. Join us in the heart of the 2nd arrondissement to support the dedication and creativity of local amateur actors.
Seven days of theatre in the heart of the capital.
For its 27th edition, the Paris Amateur Theatre Festival returns to the Salle Jean Dame, in the heart of the capital, returning to its weekly format.
From November 16 to 22, 2026, seven shows will take turns each evening to provide a contemporary vision of our society through the creations of seven amateur theatre companies from Paris or the Île-de-France region.
Amateur theatre is the audacity to get on stage despite doubts, it is the energy of rehearsing for months, it is the magic of bringing to life stories that, without an audience, would remain in the shadows.
So, let yourself be carried away by the magic of theatre and come celebrate passion, emotion and creativity with us!
Let the curtain rise on an unforgettable week!
Our take on this event
Returning for its 27th edition, the Paris Amateur Theatre Festival invites audiences to the Salle Jean Dame for seven days of performances. From Monday, November 16, to Sunday, November 22, 2026, seven amateur companies will take the stage, sharing their unique visions through new theatrical works. This event celebrates the months of hard work and artistic passion that go into amateur stage productions.
Performances are scheduled from 19:30 to 22:30 on weekdays and Saturdays, with an afternoon session on Sunday from 16:00 to 18:00. Tickets for individual shows range from 8 to 15 euros, and a full-access pass is available for 50 euros. Please note that admission is free on Thursday.
The venue is designed to be inclusive, offering full access for wheelchair users and facilities adapted for those with cognitive disabilities. Located in the 2nd arrondissement, the festival aims to bring the local community together through the power of live performance.
