French cabaret turns the volume up. With Madame Arthur, you get a weekly new show and a French repertoire performed with live piano and singing, plus comedy and dance. The vibe is playful, a little cheeky, and powered by performers who treat French music like it’s their personal love letter.

I also like that the ticket keeps you moving through the evening, not just sitting through one act. Your night runs from doors to late-night dancing with multiple entertainment blocks, including Who sings ? by GuiguiPop and a second, more intimate show. One drawback to plan for: unless you pick the right option, you may spend much of the show standing.

Key Things I’d Watch Before You Go

• Weekly show that changes each week, so it feels less like a repeat routine
• Live piano + live singing as the backbone of the French musical repertoire
• Comedy and musicianship in the same room, with performers switching roles (singers, comedians, dancers)
• Multiple entertainment phases: cabaret show, Who sings ? with GuiguiPop, then Tour de chant, then club
• Three rooms and five bars during the club portion, which is fun if you like exploring, but it can be easy to lose track of time

Madame Arthur Cabaret and Club: What the Ticket Actually Covers

This is not a quick “see the show and leave” plan. Your entry ticket gets you into Madame Arthur for a long night of entertainment that’s built in layers: a main cabaret block, an extra performance block, and then a club set that runs until the end of the night.

The basic value math is simple. You’re paying for admission only. Drinks are available for purchase, and coat check costs extra. So if you plan to drink cocktails or store a jacket, your real budget will be higher than the headline price.

Also note the tone and audience fit. This experience isn’t suitable for children under 12, and alcohol and drugs are not allowed. Baby carriages are also not allowed. If you want a late-night outing where you can relax into music, jokes, and dancing, it’s aligned with that goal.

The Weekly Cabaret Show: French Song, Comedy, and Performance Art Energy

The heart of your evening is the Madame Arthur weekly show. Every week is different, and that matters because cabaret can start to feel like a loop when the material stays the same. Here, the show is described as wonderfully interpreted by transvestite performers, and it’s designed around the world of chimerical creatures—big costumes, big characters, and a theatrical imagination that fits the cabaret tradition.

You should expect a blend of disciplines: musicians, singers, and comedians all share the stage, then reset the rhythm for the next bit. The backbone is the French repertoire revisited with piano and live singing. That’s a big deal for music lovers. Recorded tracks are fine for some venues, but live piano puts a different weight behind the melodies, and it makes the night feel more like a performance than a playlist.

Language is worth a practical heads-up. The shows are in French, and if you don’t speak French, you might miss some between-acts jokes. The good news is that the humor still lands through audience reactions and the overall stage energy, so you’re not completely locked out of the fun.

What I like most is that it doesn’t market itself as one narrow thing. You’re not watching a single straight format. You’re watching a rotating mix—song, laughter, and dance—wrapped into a cabaret style that feels made for a nighttime crowd.

Doors, Showtime, and the Thursday to Saturday Rhythm

On Thursday through Saturday, Madame Arthur runs an evening schedule that basically escalates in intensity. You start with entry, then the main weekly show, then more performances, then the club mode. It’s a smooth arc if you like keeping the night fresh.

Here’s the flow:

• 8:00pm: doors open
• 9:00pm to 10:00pm: Madame Arthur weekly show
• 10:30pm to 11:30pm: Who sings ? by GuiguiPop
• 11:00pm to 12:00am: Tour de chant (a second, more intimist show that gives carte blanche to the artists)
• 12:00am until the end: Club (Frenchie music remixed by resident DJs)

A key detail here: the show blocks are close together, so plan your energy accordingly. You’ll be moving with the night, not taking long breaks. If you tend to get tired by midnight, consider whether you want to stay for the full club portion or treat it as optional.

Also, any exit is definitive. That means if you leave, you don’t come back. If you’re the type who likes to step out for air or to check in, I’d wait until you’re ready to commit either to staying or to leaving.

Sunday Night: A Shorter, Earlier Schedule

Sunday is lighter and earlier, which can be ideal if you don’t want a late-night marathon. The structure is simpler, with fewer blocks, and it ends earlier than Thursday through Saturday.

Sunday schedule:

• 7:00pm: doors open
• 8:00pm to 9:00pm: Madame Arthur weekly show
• 9:30pm to 10:00pm: Tour de chant (the more intimate second show)

If you prefer a concentrated evening with less time spent in the club portion, Sunday makes sense. You’ll get the core performance experience without the full late-night dance build.

Tour de chant and Who sings ?: Why the Extra Acts Matter

The extra blocks are not just filler. They’re part of what makes the experience feel like a complete night of cabaret-to-club transformation.

Who sings ? by GuiguiPop is scheduled 10:30pm to 11:30pm on Thursday to Saturday. That timing puts it after the main weekly show, when people have usually settled into the mood. You get another performance block before Tour de chant ramps up the intimacy.

Tour de chant runs from 11:00pm to 12:00am on Thursday to Saturday, and 9:30pm to 10:00pm on Sunday. It’s described as more intimist and gives carte blanche to the artists. In plain terms, that means you’re likely to feel closer to the performers and the material may shift into something more personal or experimental than a traditional main-stage set.

If you’re going for variety—song styles, comedic pacing, stage presence—these extra acts are where you feel the show “change gears” rather than staying locked on one track.

Midnight to Dawn at the Club: Three Rooms, Five Bars, and Frenchie Remixes

Once the club starts, the format changes. From 12:00am until the end, the venue shifts into dancing mode with Frenchie music remixed by resident DJs. The club side has three rooms and five bars.

That setup is great if you like options. You can bounce between rooms, chase different sounds, and find a corner of the venue that matches your mood. It’s also why you should wear shoes you can move in. Even if you’re not dancing the whole time, you’ll likely spend more time standing and walking than you expected.

One caution: three rooms and five bars can also make it easy to lose track of time, and any exit is definitive. If you know you’re taking public transit late, treat the club as a plan with an end point, not an open-ended adventure you’ll “figure out later.”

Seats, Standing, and the VIP Choice

This is the part that can make or break your comfort. One review specifically warns to buy the VIP seats because otherwise it can be standing room only. If you hate standing for long stretches, don’t assume you’ll be comfortable just because you bought a ticket.

So how should you think about it?

• If you like being close to the action and you’re okay standing, regular entry may work fine for you.
• If you want a more comfortable viewing position during the performance blocks, VIP seating is worth seriously considering.

Also, keep in mind that the club portion will add more standing, even if you manage the earlier stages well. Comfortable footwear is not optional.

Drinks, Coat Check, and Practical Budget Reality

Your ticket is entry only. Drinks are for purchase, and the coat check is available for an extra cost. If you go in assuming the ticket price covers everything, you’ll end up surprised.

My rule of thumb for nights like this: decide ahead of time whether you want one or two drinks, or whether you’re mostly drinking water and energy drinks. Then you can keep the overall cost closer to what you expected.

If you bring a heavier jacket, plan for coat check fees instead of trying to carry it around. The schedule runs long, and your hands will thank you for not managing a bag the whole night.

Who This Experience Fits Best (And Who Might Not Love It)

You’ll probably enjoy Madame Arthur most if you want:

• a nighttime show with comedy and singing mixed together
• live piano and French songs
• the energy of performance art meets cabaret
• a club option that lets you keep the party going

It’s also a solid pick for culture-minded travelers who want something distinctly Parisian in its attitude—an arts scene where music, theater, and a bit of scandalous fun can share the same stage.

But it may be less satisfying if:

• you need a family-friendly environment (it’s not suitable for children under 12)
• you hate being in crowds for long stretches
• you want a show that explains everything in English (French-language content is part of the experience)

Value Check: Is $44 a Fair Deal for This Much Night?

At about $44 per person, this ticket can be good value because it buys you admission to a full evening arc. You’re not only paying to watch the main show. You’re also getting access to the extra performance block(s) and the club portion, including dancing through the DJ set.

Now add the realistic costs:

• drinks are extra
• coat check is extra
• if you choose VIP seats, that’s likely extra too

Even with those add-ons, the price can still feel fair because you’re getting a full sequence, not just one set that ends and leaves you standing outside with nothing else to do. The weekly change concept also helps justify returning or choosing another night, since the main show is different each week.

If you’re only interested in one hour of performance, you might feel like you’re paying for more than you’ll use. If you love a long night, this structure is exactly what you want.

Should You Book Madame Arthur Cabaret and Club?

Book it if you want a fun, theatrical Paris evening where French music is celebrated with live singing, piano, and comedic stage energy—and you’re excited by the idea of keeping the night going into a DJ-driven club setting.

Skip it (or pick a different plan) if standing for long stretches would ruin your night. Also, if you need lots of English explanation, remember the material is in French, and you may mainly “get” the humor through performance energy and audience reactions.

If you want one clear decision rule: choose a Thursday–Saturday night if you want the full run into the club. Choose Sunday if you prefer a shorter, earlier show-focused evening.

FAQ

FAQ

What does the ticket include at Madame Arthur?

Your ticket includes entry to the Cabaret & Club Madame Arthur.

How long is the experience?

The experience is listed as 10 hours, but you’ll need to check availability to see the starting times.

What time does the weekly show start on Thursday to Saturday?

From Thursday to Saturday, doors open at 8:00pm and the Madame Arthur weekly show runs from 9:00pm to 10:00pm.

What extra entertainment happens on Thursday to Saturday?

After the weekly show, Who sings ? by GuiguiPop runs from 10:30pm to 11:30pm, then Tour de chant runs from 11:00pm to 12:00am. After midnight, the club runs until the end.

Is there a club portion on Sunday?

On Sunday, the listed schedule includes doors at 7:00pm, the weekly show from 8:00pm to 9:00pm, and Tour de chant from 9:30pm to 10:00pm. The Sunday club timing is not specified in the details provided.

Are drinks included in the ticket price?

No. Drinks are available for purchase, but they are not included.

Is this venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Is the ticket refundable if I cancel?

The activity is non-refundable, and any exit is definitive once you leave.

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