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Success hit! "Maître Mô" returns to the Funambule Montmartre!
Step into the intense world of criminal law through this gripping one-man show that brings raw, real-life courtroom dramas to the stage. It is an unforgettable deep dive into the complex bond between an attorney and the lives he defends in the heart of the 18th arrondissement. Expect raw emotion, suspense, and a truly authentic perspective on the human condition.
Théâtre le Funambule Montmartre (Paris 18th)
About
Experience the gripping stage adaptation of Maître Mô at Théâtre le Funambule Montmartre. Based on the writings of criminal lawyer Jean-Yves Moyart, this solo performance offers a raw look at the lives of those he defended while he spent his sleepless nights chronicling their stories. Through three authentic accounts, the play explores the unique and complex bond between a lawyer and his clients, filled with suspense and emotion. The show runs from September 7, 2026, to January 5, 2027, in the 18th arrondissement. Tickets are available with a special youth rate of 10€ for those under 26.
The show is an adaptation of the "Livre de Maître Mô" by Jean-Yves Moyart, an insomniac criminal defense lawyer who defended clients by day and wrote about his cases by night. The text recounts the unique and authentic broken life paths of those he accompanied, filled with suspense, twists, and emotions. This one-man show consists of three true stories that also tell of the singular relationship between a lawyer and his clients.
From September 7 to January 5
From September 7 to November 9: Mondays at 7 p.m. or 9 p.m.
From November 17 to January 5: Tuesdays at 7 p.m. or 9 p.m.
Our take on this event
Returning to the stage at Théâtre le Funambule Montmartre, Maître Mô provides a profound look into the world of criminal law. The production is based on the journals of Jean-Yves Moyart, a lawyer who used his bouts of insomnia to record the stories of the people he encountered in his practice. The show presents three true stories, revealing the struggles and humanity behind the legal proceedings and the singular connection formed in the courtroom.
The performance schedule is split across two periods. From September 7 to November 9, 2026, shows are held every Monday at 19:00 or 21:00. From November 17 to January 5, 2027, the schedule shifts to Tuesdays at 19:00 or 21:00. You can find the venue at 53, rue des Saules, 75018 Paris.
Regarding ticketing, several options are available. The full price is 32€ (+1€ booking fee), the reduced rate is 20€ (+1€ booking fee), and there is a special rate for visitors under 26 at 10€ (+0.9€ booking fee).
