Théâtre Le Point Virgule

What Théâtre Le Point Virgule does

Théâtre Le Point Virgule is a privately held Paris-based comedy and theatre venue founded in 1975, operating as SOCIETE NOUVELLE DU POINT VIRGULE under the direction of Jean-Marc Dumontet since 2005. The venue is located at 7 rue Sainte Croix de la Bretonnerie in the Marais district (4th arrondissement) and is self-described as "the smallest of the great Parisian theatres" (la plus petite des grandes salles parisiennes). It runs a high-volume live programming schedule (4-6 performances per day across multiple stages) covering individual stand-up and one-person shows, Molière classics, improvisation (Le Grand Showtime), a talent discovery platform (Le Trempoint), and a training program (École du One Man Show). Marquee franchise events include the annual "Le Point Virgule fait L'Olympia" gala at Olympia Hall (18th edition in 2027) and a partnership on the Festival d'Humour de Paris at Bobino.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer ticketing model with multiple revenue streams: per-show ticket sales (€15-€23 plus €1 internet booking fee), annual subscriptions (abonnements), gift cards via the PariSpectacles network (valid across 130+ spectacles for 2 years), private and corporate event hosting, and a national touring show ("Le Point Virgule Fait sa Tournée"). Ticketing is distributed through the venue's own TickandLive platform alongside Ticketmaster, Fnac, BilletReduc, Ticketac, and BPM-Ticket, plus at-the-door box office sales. Marketing is conducted through the website, email newsletter, and active YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter accounts. The venue operates with 19 employees and has won a Molière Award (2025) and SACD Prix Nouveau Talent Humour (2026). Revenue is not publicly disclosed.

The brand has built a 50+ year reputation as a launching pad for French-language comedians (Marine Leonardi, Alex Lutz, Fary, Bérengère Krief, Malik Bentalha, Paul Mirabel, Panayotis Pascot, Booder), and benefits from integration with the broader Dumontet theatre network (Bobino, Théâtre Antoine, Théâtre Libre, Scène Libre, Grand Point Virgule) for shared ticketing, marketing, and cross-promotion. The diversification into Molière classics, training programs, storytelling formats, and touring shows reflects a strategy to extend the venue's brand beyond a single physical location while maintaining the intimate, talent-discovery identity that has defined it for five decades.

Name

Théâtre Le Point Virgule

Legal name

SOCIETE NOUVELLE DU POINT VIRGULE

Website

https://lepointvirgule.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Théâtre Le Point Virgule is a 50-year-old Paris comedy venue in the Marais district that runs 130+ annual live shows across stand-up, Molière classics, and improvisation, selling tickets directly to individual consumers through its own platform and third-party distributors as part of the Dumontet theatre network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Live Entertainment / Performing Arts Venue

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Other Performing Arts Companies (711190)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Performing Arts Centers & Presenters (Programming/Booking) (MPAGABAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Stand-Up Comedy Shows (MPAGACAA), Comedy Club & Showcase Nights (MPAGACAE), Improv Comedy Performances (MPAGACAB), Comedy Festivals (MPAGACAD)

Keywords

• Live comedy venue
• Stand-up theater
• Comedy festivals
• Performing arts venue
• Improvisation shows

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Ticket sales - individual performances: The primary revenue stream comes from selling tickets to individual comedy, theatre, and improvisation shows. Pricing ranges from €15 to €23 per ticket depending on the show, with an additional €1 internet fee per online purchase.
2. Season subscriptions (Abonnement): Annual or multi-show subscription packages offering discounted access to regular programming, providing predictable recurring revenue.
3. Gift cards and vouchers: The PariSpectacles gift card (Carte Cadeau) allows recipients to choose from 130+ annual spectacles across partner theatres, valid for 2 years. Revenue is recognized upon redemption.
4. Private events and event hosting: The theatre offers event hosting services (l'événementiel) for private and corporate functions, generating ancillary venue rental revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Théâtre Le Point Virgule operates as a 140-seat live comedy and theater venue at 7 rue de l'Ancienne Comédie in Paris's 6th arrondissement, presenting year-round programming of stand-up, improvisation, Molière classics, and signature productions such as Le Trempoint, Le Grand Showtime, Les Authentiques, Avé, and the annual Festival d'Humour de Paris (FUP). Beyond performance, the venue markets a comedy training program (École du One Man Show), gift cards via the Carte Cadeau PariSpectacles network, season subscriptions, and a podcast titled "Pardon GPT."

Product overview

Théâtre Le Point Virgule is a Paris-based comedy and theater venue operating as a single physical venue with a diversified portfolio of live performance products. The core offering centers on stand-up comedy and one-person shows featuring emerging talents, alongside classic Molière theater productions performed by a resident troupe. Key products include: Le Trempoint (comedy discovery stage), Le Grand Showtime (improvisation), and Les Authentiques (storytelling platform). Prestige events include Le Point Virgule fait L'Olympia (annual Olympia gala) and Le Point Virgule Fait sa Tournée (national tour). The theater partners with Festival d'Humour de Paris (FUP) and offers gift cards through PariSpectacles redeemable across multiple partner venues. Additional offerings include the École du One Man Show training program and Podcast Pardon GPT live recordings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Le Trempoint Recurring stand-up showcase at the venue featuring emerging comedians and new talent test-sets, open to the general public. Target audience: Parisian live-comedy enthusiasts and aspiring performers.
• Le Grand Showtime Recurring improvisation show programmed at the venue, offering live comedy improvisation performances to the general public.
• Les Authentiques Recurring storytelling or autobiographical solo show staged at the venue for general audiences.
• Avé (Molière classics) Classical French theater program featuring Molière repertoire, performed at the venue for general audiences.
• Festival d'Humour de Paris (FUP) Annual comedy festival hosted by the venue, featuring multi-artist programming of stand-up and humor acts over a seasonal window.
• Le Point Virgule fait L'Olympia Annual gala event staged at L'Olympia, transferring the venue's comedy format to a larger Paris stage for a special showcase.
• Le Point Virgule Fait sa Tournée Touring show product that takes the venue's comedy programming on the road to other French cities, extending the brand beyond the Paris venue.
• École du One Man Show Paid comedy training school operated by the venue, teaching aspiring comedians stand-up skills (the one-man-show format). Target audience: individual aspiring comedians and adult learners.
• Pardon GPT (podcast) Podcast produced by the venue, distributed on YouTube and streaming platforms, extending the brand's content onto digital channels.
• Carte Cadeau PariSpectacles Gift card product sold via the PariSpectacles network, redeemable for tickets at the venue and partner theaters. Target audience: gift purchasers and consumers.
• Abonnement (season subscription) Season subscription product offering regular attendees bundled access to multiple shows in the venue's calendar.
• Private event hire Private hire of the 140-seat venue for corporate or private events, offering a historic Paris stage for customized functions. Target audience: corporate event organizers and private hosts.

Quantifiable outcome

• The theatre has been operating for over 50 years and has helped launch the careers of France's most prominent comedians
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• PariSpectaclescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLe Point Virgule participates in the PariSpectacles gift card network, allowing customers to purchase gift cards redeemable for tickets at the theatre. Gift cards are valid for 2 years and can be used across 130+ annual performances at partner venues including Bobino, Théâtre Antoine, Théâtre Libre, Scène Libre, Grand Point Virgule, and for 2 festivals.
• Jean-Marc Dumontet Theatre GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLe Point Virgule is part of Jean-Marc Dumontet's theatre network which includes Bobino, Théâtre Antoine, Théâtre Libre, Scène Libre, and Grand Point Virgule. Jean-Marc Dumontet has directed Le Point Virgule since 2005. The network shares ticketing infrastructure (TickandLive), marketing platforms, and cross-promotional opportunities.
• Festival d'Humour de Paris (FUP)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerLe Point Virgule is a partner of the Festival d'Humour de Paris (FUP), presenting its 10th edition in 2026 at Théâtre Bobino. The festival features four evenings of comedy programming. The theatre helps curate and promote festival talent, strengthening its position as a hub for the French comedy scene.
• Ticketmaster FranceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial ticket resale and distribution partner for Le Point Virgule events.
• Fnac SpectaclesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial primary ticket distributor for Le Point Virgule performances.
• BilletReducminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDiscounted ticket partner and ticketing platform.
• TicketacminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTicket distribution platform partner.
• BPM-TicketminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTicket distribution partner for special events.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• L'Olympia (Vivendi): Legendary Parisian music hall operated by Vivendi; comparable as a prestige live-entertainment venue that Le Point Virgule partners with for its annual Olympia gala, and competes for premium comedy/music acts.

Direct peers

• Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord: Iconic Parisian performing arts venue hosting international and French productions across theatre, music, and comedy; comparable as a presenter/programmer of live performance with strong brand cachet.
• Bobino: Dumontet-network music hall and variety venue on Paris's Left Bank; comparable as a mid-size Parisian live-entertainment room under the same operator and PariSpectacles distribution umbrella.
• Grand Point Virgule: Sister venue within Jean-Marc Dumontet's network, presenting comedy, stand-up and similar programming under the same brand family. Directly comparable in business model and target audience.
• Comédie de Paris: Parisian comedy venue programming stand-up, one-person shows, and sketch acts; competes for the same audience and emerging-comedian talent pool.
• Le Splendid: Historic Parisian café-théâtre and comedy institution on Rue du Faubourg Montmartre; comparable as a long-standing comedy venue with a similar stand-up and sketch programming mix.
• Théâtre de la Gaîté-Montparnasse: Parisian theatre hosting comedy, boulevard plays, and one-person shows; comparable programming mix and audience demographic to Le Point Virgule.
• Théâtre Edouard VII: Parisian Off-Boulevard theatre presenting contemporary comedy, boulevard plays, and one-person shows; directly comparable in size, ticket price band, and audience segment.
• Théâtre Antoine: Another Dumontet-network Parisian theatre presenting comedy, drama, and one-person shows. Same operating parent and similar ticketing infrastructure (TickandLive).
• Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell: Established Parisian theatre programming comedy and contemporary plays; comparable as a mid-tier Paris stage competing for comedy and one-person-show audiences.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AuPointVirgule
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/LePointVirgule
• Facebookfacebook.com/theatre.lepointvirgule
• Instagraminstagram.com/aupointvirgule
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/th%C3%A9%C3%A2tre-le-point-virgule

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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