From Pablo Escobar to Griselda Blanco: A bar with an underground vibe immerses you in the history of the greatest criminal empires through exclusive cocktails

In Paris, there’s no shortage of cocktail bars. But those that serve you a drink in the company of organized crime’s most feared figures are far rarer. With “Narco Confessions,” the Pan Piper, in the 11th arrondissement, hosts a theatrical experience that blends crime stories, a speakeasy atmosphere, and mixology. On the agenda: four empires, four eras, and four cocktails, for an evening where every toast hides a story far darker than it seems.

What is “Narco Confessions”?

Imagine a 1940s New York club, bathed in subdued lighting and with an underground vibe. Narco Confessions is a 75- to 90-minute immersive theater experience that draws you into the world of organized crime through four live monologues.

What makes it special? Each story is accompanied by a cocktail specially crafted to evoke its era and origins. Four drinks are included in the experience, with non-alcoholic alternatives available upon request. The actors address you directly, without ever pressuring you to participate. You’ll feel right in the heart of the intrigue, without ever having to leave your seat.

Four criminal empires, each with secrets to uncover

From the New York Mafia to the Colombian cartels, Lucky Luciano, Frank Lucas, Griselda Blanco, and Pablo Escobar have left their mark on the history of organized crime. Behind their fortunes and influence, however, lie far less glamorous tales of rivalries, corruption, and betrayals. Stories that fans of *Narcos*, *Griselda*, or *American Gangster* will recognize, but told here from a different angle.

Because “Narco Confessions” does more than simply recount the exploits of these controversial figures. The show also gives a voice to those who loved them, rubbed shoulders with them, or hunted them down, revealing the contradictions in their life stories and the consequences of their actions. Amid unsettling revelations, tension, and disturbing truths, one question remains: how far were they willing to go to hold onto their power?

Halfway between a play, a night out at a speakeasy, and a behind-the-scenes look at organized crime, Narco Confessions offers a different way to explore true crime. Here, the stories come to life just a few meters away from you, while the cocktails enhance the atmosphere of each scene.