Concert - Manga Mega Show 2026: Le Symphonique brings the magic of cult theme songs back to life at the Palais des Congrès

By Mulder, 24 september 2025

On February 6, 2026, the Palais des Congrès in Paris will be transformed into a veritable sanctuary of Japanese popular culture with the Manga Mega Show: Le Symphonique, an extraordinary musical event that promises to combine the power of a symphony orchestra of nearly sixty musicians conducted by Ralph Szigeti with the vibrant nostalgia of theme songs that have marked an entire generation. This moment in time is already shaping up to be an intimate yet grandiose celebration, where collective memory will come together to the rhythm of flamboyant orchestrations. In a legendary venue that has hosted so many cultural events, spectators will be invited to immerse themselves in a world where musical emotion transcends eras and borders.

Among the legendary voices present that evening will be Noam, who moved a generation with his soft, melancholic voice on the theme song for Goldorak, a piece that still resonates as a call to adventure and infinity. Alongside him, Bernard Minet, the unforgettable performer of theme songs that have become anthems, such as Les Chevaliers du Zodiaque and Bioman, will bring the festive energy that made Club Dorothée's afternoons so exciting. Singer Dominique Poulain, whose voice carried the delicate and poetic world of Princess Sarah, will add a touch of grace and sweetness to this musical mosaic, while Jean-Paul Cesari, known for bringing the legendary theme song for Nicky Larson to life, will recall the boldness and modernity that shaped the imagination of the 80s and 90s.

The program is designed as a sensory journey, with images projected on a Cinemascope screen accompanying the themes played live. Seeing Candy smile, reliving the frantic races of Olive and Tom, or feeling the intensity of the Dragon Ball Z battles while hearing the music rise in the majestic Palais des Congrès promises total immersion, as if the memories of yesterday were reborn through the universal language of music. This concept, at the crossroads of classical concert and popular culture, also allows these theme songs to regain their full artistic value: they are not just childish refrains, but compositions that have stood the test of time and become true pieces of cultural heritage.

Beyond the musical performance, the Manga Mega Show: Le Symphonique will also be a moment of encounter. Japanese guests, creators of iconic universes and characters, will come to share their anecdotes and design secrets, offering a rare and precious bridge between France and Japan. Hearing how heroes such as Actarus and Seiya came to life through the pencil of a mangaka or the dreams of an animator puts these figures in a human and creative context, reminding us that behind every myth there are passionate and visionary artists.

And because such an event cannot be limited to contemplation, the audience will have the opportunity to participate in a giant karaoke session. This mischievous and festive idea perfectly illustrates the spirit of the evening: bringing all generations together around a shared repertoire. We can already imagine spectators, young and old, singing Embrasse-moi Lucile or Les Mystérieuses Cités d'Or at the top of their lungs, recreating the community atmosphere that was the strength of the programs of yesteryear. This blend of symphonic solemnity and popular spontaneity is undoubtedly what will make this event so unique and magical.

The Manga Mega Show: Le Symphonique is not just a simple concert: it is a celebration, a vibrant tribute to the “Manga Generation” and to everything that these cult series have brought in terms of imagination, values, and social ties. The music, unfolding in all its orchestral richness, becomes the ideal vehicle for bringing these memories back to life and passing them on to a new generation of spectators, who may be discovering the magic of Japanese animation classics for the first time. In an era saturated with ephemeral novelties, this event reminds us that there are timeless works that are still capable of bringing people together.

For all fans of manga, animation, or simply beautiful musical emotions, this event on February 6, 2026, at the Palais des Congrès in Paris promises to be unmissable. Tickets are already available at the official box office, and there is no doubt that the venue will be sold out, given the high level of anticipation. The return of these legendary heroes, accompanied by the grandeur of a symphony orchestra and the fervor of their performers, promises an evening where nostalgia and modernity will come together to offer an unforgettable show.

Ticket office: https://experiences.viparis.com/billetterie/manga-mega-show

(Source: press release)