This dazzling 1990 original poster by Jacques Fabre celebrates the glamour and spectacle of Paradis Latin, one of Paris’s most legendary cabarets, with its show-stopping revue Viva Paradis. Designed to promote the newly launched revue at the famed venue on rue du Cardinal Lemoine, the artwork radiates theatrical opulence, seduction, and the timeless allure of Parisian nightlife. At the heart of the composition is a provocative, stylized face adorned with crimson lips, sparkling diamonds, and an extravagant white hat—capturing the essence of cabaret chic. The central gesture, a gloved hand forming a playful "V" over the lips, adds a cheeky nod to performance, secrecy, and seduction. The crisp white background and pops of red, silver, and flesh tones create a poster that feels both modern and cinematic, perfectly in tune with the high-gloss productions of the era. The name Jacques Fabre, signed discreetly in the corner, brings with it a flair for sleek, commercial design that bridges graphic boldness with theatrical elegance. Fabre’s work often captures the spirit of performance culture—glamorous, heightened, and utterly irresistible. Paradis Latin, founded by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1803 and revived in the 20th century as a mecca of French cabaret, has long been synonymous with the revue tradition, featuring music, dance, burlesque, and lavish staging. This poster stands as a visual echo of that heritage—where glamour meets Parisian fantasy. A striking collector's piece, this poster not only advertises a specific production, but embodies the very spirit of Paris as the world capital of cabaret. Ideal for lovers of vintage design, French nightlife history, or theatrical ephemera, Viva Paradis remains a vivid invitation to indulge in spectacle. Cabaret - Show Show by Jean Kriegel & Philippe Rondest Printed by Levillain Good condition, small tears, light soiling
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