Lido
Situated on the most beautiful avenue in the world, the Champs Élysées, the Lido is one of Paris's mythical cabarets, along with the Moulin Rouge and the Crazy Horse. Started up in 1946 by brothers of Italian origin, Joseph and Louis Clerico. With their 'dinner and show' formula that has been copied the world over, the Lido has never stopped dazzling spectators with its parades full of feathers, glitter and dreams.
Now on the bill the 365 days of the year is the Bonheur revue, consisting of 70 artists, 23 sets and 600 costumes! This is performed twice every evening and, on certain Sundays of the year, once in the daytime.
In the Lido, the 42 'Bluebell Girls', a group created by Margaret Kelly (nicknamed 'Miss Bluebell' on account of her hyacinth coloured eyes), are the elite of cabaret dancers. Performing in a classical dance style, but far too grand to be ballet, these hand-picked girls must not be under 1.75 metres tall!
Originally located at number 78 on the avenue, the Lido moved to number 116 in 1977 to a bigger saloon and where the technicalities are incomparable. Now it has extended to 7,500 metres squared. Its panoramic saloon which now has columns, allowing for perfect visibility, accounts for 1150 spectators. The stalls, which seat 300 guests during the meal, allow for a great view of the show thanks to a giant elevator. Lido's unique machinery has allowed for a swimming pool, a water screen and a genuine ice rink to all be be included into its attractions. The Lido has welcomed the likes of Shirley MacLaine, Laurel and Hardy and Elton John.
Pariscityvision.com will bring you along to discover what the Lido is all about with its Diner Dance and Lido Show, or the Diner Cruise and Lido de Paris Show event.