Paris: Madame Arthur Cabaret Show Ticket

Madame Arthur gives you a full Paris night out in one ticket: a live French cabaret, a second smaller show, and a club that runs from midnight until the end. The performers mix singing, comedy, theatrical costumes, and a generous dose of cheeky French humor.

I like the new show every week, which keeps the evening from feeling like a fixed tourist production. I also like the live piano and singing, since the French repertoire is being performed rather than played as background music. The main drawback is the late schedule: this is not a quick 60-minute show, and the full evening can last until dawn.

Key points

• A different cabaret each week: The performers create a fresh program around French songs, comedy, and theatrical characters.
• Live French music: Piano and live vocals are central to the show, giving the evening a more intimate feel.
• Four parts to the night: Thursday through Saturday includes the main cabaret, Minima Geste’s French test, a second show, and club time.
• Club access included: Your ticket covers three rooms and five bars after the performances.
• Sunday is shorter: The doors open at 7pm, with the main show at 8pm and a second performance afterward.
• Plan for an adults-oriented evening: Children under 12 are not admitted, and any exit is final.

Madame Arthur is cabaret, comedy, and club in one night

Madame Arthur is not a sit-down concert followed by a polite walk home. It is a night built around transformation. Drag performers, singers, musicians, and comedians take French songs and reshape them through costumes, character work, humor, and live performance.

The central idea is simple: French musical repertoire becomes the raw material for an unpredictable cabaret. You may hear familiar styles and songs, but the presentation is theatrical rather than formal. The performers are described as chimerical creatures, which gives you a good sense of the mood. Expect exaggerated personalities, playful irreverence, and an evening that does not take itself too seriously.

The program changes each week. That matters if you live in Paris or plan to return, but it also means you should not book expecting one fixed set of famous numbers. The appeal is the format and the performers’ interpretation, not a promise of a particular song list.

The strongest ingredients are humor, magic, theatrical fantasy, and talent. The production aims to move between laughter and emotion instead of offering one long comic routine. You should be comfortable with flamboyant stage behavior and a cabaret style that plays with gender presentation.

The 9pm weekly show is the evening’s main event

From Thursday through Saturday, doors open at 8pm. The weekly Madame Arthur show begins at 9pm and runs until 10pm.

This hour is the clearest reason to buy the ticket. You get a complete performance rather than a short sample before the nightclub begins. The show brings together piano, singing, comedy, and character work, with the French repertoire at its center.

I like the live setup because it keeps the focus on the performers. A piano and live voice can feel more direct than a large recorded soundtrack, especially in a cabaret setting. The musicians and singers do not all play the same role, either. Some are performers first, some are comedians, and some work across several parts of the show.

The weekly format also makes the evening feel less polished in the packaged-tour sense. You are not being handed the same carefully repeated sequence every night. The tradeoff is that the quality and style may vary with the program and performers scheduled for that week.

If you do not speak French, you can still follow the visual comedy, costumes, gestures, and stage energy. But French is important to the experience. The songs, jokes, and cultural references are built around the French language. This is not the best choice if you want a fully translated performance or a standard musical with a clear English narrative.

Minima Geste adds a French-language test at 10:30pm

At 10:30pm on Thursday through Saturday, Minima Geste presents a segment called Who sings? It runs for an hour, until 11:30pm.

The title points to a guessing-game or challenge format, but the supplied details do not explain the exact structure. You should expect another French-language performance rather than a break for food or sightseeing-style commentary. Its place in the schedule gives the night a change of pace after the main cabaret.

This part will suit you best if you like the sound of French spoken and sung onstage, even when you do not catch every word. It may be less satisfying if you have already reached your limit for language-heavy comedy or prefer a single long performance.

The timing also matters. There is overlap in the schedule, since the second show begins at 11pm while Minima Geste’s segment is listed until 11:30pm. That means the evening’s entertainment is not presented as one rigid sequence where everyone watches every minute. You may need to choose between parts of the program or follow staff directions inside the venue.

The 11pm Tour de chant is smaller and more intimate

From 11pm to midnight, Thursday through Saturday brings a second show called Tour de chant. It is described as a more intimate performance that gives the artists carte blanche.

That phrase suggests a looser format than the main weekly cabaret. The performers have more room to present their own musical choices and personalities. If the first show is the big introduction to the Madame Arthur universe, this later set lets you see another side of the artists.

You should not expect an identical repeat of the 9pm production. The second show is different from the weekly show, which helps justify the long ticket window. It also gives you a reason to stay even if you have already seen the main performance.

The downside is the late hour. By 11pm, you have already been at the venue for several hours. You may enjoy the second show more if you treat it as part of a relaxed night rather than trying to race through it before another Paris plan.

After midnight, three rooms and five bars take over

From midnight until the end, Madame Arthur becomes a club. The ticket includes access to three rooms and five bars, with resident DJs remixing French music.

This is where the ticket offers more than a standard cabaret seat. You can stay after the performances, move between rooms, and dance without buying a second admission. The multiple rooms give you a chance to change the mood, though the supplied information does not specify how each room differs.

The club runs until dawn, or at least until the venue closes for the night. The activity description gives a possible duration of four to ten hours, so your actual evening depends on the day and how long you stay. You do not need to remain until the end to get value from the ticket, but the club access is useful if you want one late-night base rather than a show followed by a separate club entrance.

Drinks cost extra. Coat check also costs extra, so bring that into your budget if you are visiting in cold weather or carrying a heavy coat. Alcohol and drugs are listed as not allowed, even though drinks are available for purchase, so follow the venue’s instructions carefully rather than assuming normal nightclub rules apply.

Sunday offers a shorter version of the experience

Sunday follows a different schedule. Doors open at 7pm, the main Madame Arthur show runs from 8pm to 9pm, and the Tour de chant follows from 9:30pm to 10pm.

There is no listed Minima Geste segment or midnight club schedule on Sunday. That makes Sunday the better choice if you want the cabaret without committing to a full late-night outing. You still receive the main show and a second, more intimate performance, but the night ends much earlier according to the published times.

The Sunday schedule may also suit you if you have an early start the next morning. You get the core artistic experience while avoiding the four-to-ten-hour range of the Thursday-to-Saturday version.

What the $45 ticket is worth

At $45 per person, this is not the cheapest way to spend an hour in Paris. It can be good value if you use the ticket as an entire evening pass.

Thursday through Saturday, the price covers the 9pm weekly show, Minima Geste’s 10:30pm segment, the 11pm Tour de chant, and club access after midnight. You are paying for a long sequence of entertainment rather than one isolated performance. Drinks and coat check are extra, so the final cost can rise once you are inside.

The value is strongest for people who enjoy live performance and nightlife. If you plan to watch only the first hour and leave, the ticket may feel expensive compared with a short stage show. If you stay for the second performance and club, the price becomes easier to justify.

Sunday offers a different value calculation. The evening is shorter, but you still receive two performances. Choose Sunday for the more compact format, not because it includes the same late-night club schedule.

The ticket is non-refundable. That is important because the schedule is late and your plans can change. Check the date, start time, and day of the week before paying.

Who will enjoy Madame Arthur most

I would recommend this experience to you if you like:

• French songs performed live
• Drag cabaret and theatrical costumes
• Comedy mixed with music
• Unscripted or changing weekly programs
• Late-night dancing
• A venue where the show and club are part of the same night

It is also a useful choice if you want something more local in character than a standard sightseeing performance. The French repertoire is the heart of the evening, and the show is performed in French.

You may want to skip it if you dislike late nights, prefer English-language entertainment, or want a quiet seated concert. The performance style is intentionally extravagant and impertinent, so a reserved stage show is a better match for a calmer mood.

Children under 12 are not suitable for the experience. Baby carriages are not allowed. The venue is wheelchair accessible, which is helpful, though you may want to confirm practical access details with staff before arrival if you have specific mobility needs.

Practical timing tips for your night

Arrive near the door-opening time if you want to settle in before the main show. Thursday through Saturday, that means 8pm. Sunday begins earlier at 7pm.

Do not treat the published times as a promise that you must attend every segment. The schedule is packed, and the Minima Geste performance overlaps with the start of Tour de chant. Ask staff how to move between the offerings, especially if you want to catch a particular part.

Any exit is definitive. Once you leave, you cannot count on re-entering, so handle dinner, transport, and personal plans before going inside. This rule also changes how you should think about the evening. You are committing to an indoor night rather than popping out for a meal and returning later.

There is no meal included. Drinks are available for purchase, but they are not part of the ticket price. Plan accordingly, especially since the venue can keep you occupied for many hours.

The show is intended for adults and older teenagers, not young children. It is best approached as nightlife with live entertainment, not as a family theater outing.

Should you book Madame Arthur?

Book it if you want a distinctly French cabaret night with live piano, singing, drag performance, comedy, and club access in one place. The weekly changes give the format freshness, and the second show adds real value for anyone willing to stay late.

Choose Thursday through Saturday for the fullest experience, with entertainment continuing from 9pm into the club hours. Choose Sunday if you want the main show and intimate second performance without the late-night schedule.

Skip it if you need English explanations, dislike cabaret humor, or are looking for a short and predictable performance. For the right audience, $45 buys much more than a single show. It buys you a flexible Paris night, with the choice to watch, dance, or do both.

FAQ

What does the Madame Arthur ticket include?

It includes entry to the Madame Arthur cabaret and club. From Thursday through Saturday, the evening includes the weekly show, Minima Geste’s French test, a second show, and club access.

What time does Madame Arthur open on Thursday through Saturday?

The doors open at 8pm. The main weekly show runs from 9pm to 10pm.

What time does the Sunday program begin?

The doors open at 7pm on Sunday. The main show runs from 8pm to 9pm, followed by Tour de chant from 9:30pm to 10pm.

Is the club included in the ticket?

Yes. Club access is included from midnight until the end on Thursday through Saturday. The club has three rooms and five bars.

Are drinks included?

No. Drinks are available for purchase but are not included in the ticket price. Coat check also costs extra.

Is the show performed in French?

Yes. The performers revisit the French musical repertoire with live piano and singing. The evening also includes French-language comedy and performance segments.

Can children attend?

Children under 12 are not suitable for this activity. Baby carriages are also not allowed.

Can I leave and come back later?

No. Any exit is definitive, so plan to stay inside once you enter.