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The Folies Bergère is a famous cabaret music hall in Paris, France. Founded in 1869, it has become one of the city's most iconic and enduring entertainment venues. The venue is known for its extravagant and elaborate stage productions, featuring a variety of performances including musical acts, comedy, dance and burlesque. The Folies Bergère gained international acclaim in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and played an important role in the development of popular entertainment and cabaret culture in Paris. The venue was famous for its spectacular revues, featuring elaborate costumes, talented performers and innovative stage designs. One of the most famous paintings associated with the Folies-Bergère is 'A Bar at the Folies-Bergère', painted by Édouard Manet in 1882. The painting depicts a barmaid behind the bar and captures the vibrant atmosphere and social life of the Folies Bergère at the time. Over the years, the Folies Bergère has adapted to changing tastes and trends in entertainment. While its heyday was in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the venue remains an iconic symbol of Parisian nightlife and entertainment.