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Drama and glitter alert! Forget Cinderella and her Prince Charming: for its fourth edition, Cabaret Vénus Noire is reinventing the fairy tale at Communale St-Ouen. Get ready for a spectacular show where voguing meets the legacy of the French Cancan!
BREAKING NEWS: CINDERELLA IS BLACK! Forget Prince Charming, put on your finest outfit for the ball and step into the fourth edition of the legendary Cabaret Vénus Noire. On Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26, 2026, the extra ballroom at Communale St-Ouen will become a stage where anything is possible. With just the right amount of drama, boldness and energy, the guest artists weave an entirely new visual and sonic setting around you. Staying seated or resisting the urge to dance is impossible. Blending fiercely activist voguing with mesmerizing heels dance, the show is led by exceptional performers who reclaim the conventions of traditional cabaret through a completely reimagined French Cancan. Do their colorful skirts remind you of anything? They are a vibrant tribute to our African and Caribbean Mothers, whose legacy proudly transcends eras and imaginations. Don’t worry if you’re afraid of losing the thread: our hero will guide you through this captivating story with his rapped lyrics and gentle melodies. An immersive, festive and socially conscious journey not to be missed under any circumstances. LEARN MORE ABOUT VÉNUS NOIRE Born from the fantastical world of performance and illusion, the Vénus Noire cabaret company brings together Black and queer artists. Founded in 2021 by multidisciplinary artist Michelle Tshibola, the Vénus Noire troupe has been performing for more than two years at various venues in Paris, Amsterdam, Bruxelles, and beyond. For their latest news, follow them on Instagram: @venus___noire
Price: from €12
Source: paris.fr — photo: Communale Saint-Ouen