Photo : Compagnie Chouette il pleut !
Children First Festival: "A Friendship"
A show freely inspired by the "Loulou" album by Grégoire Solotareff, by the company "Chouette il pleut!". From 3 years old
Bibliothèque François Villon (Paris 10th)
About
The story of "A Friendship" is centered on the narrative of the "Loulou" album by Grégoire Solotareff. Following a conflict between the two protagonists, Loulou, hurt and driven away by her friend Tom, leaves for the mountains. After a walk accompanied by long reflection, she returns and looks for her friend to apologize. It is at this moment that our story begins.
Backpack on her back, hiking boots on her feet and pockets full of objects (chestnuts, pine cone, piece of bark...), Loulou tells the children about her story of friendship with Tom and the mistakes she realizes she made.
A beautiful reflection on friendship, where object theater invites itself into a backpack puppet theater.
; Credits: Children First Festival!From December 3 to 20, the Children First festival features 19 shows and over 60 performances for children from 6 months to 6 years old, and the adults accompanying them! More information on the festival website
Our take on this event
Trade the digital noise for a magical puppet show that brings the classic bond between Loulou and Tom to life right before your eyes. Packed with nature's little treasures and heartfelt apologies, this story is a perfect way to spark meaningful conversations about friendship with your little ones.
Discover the touching story of Loulou and Tom in the show Une amitié, hosted by the Bibliothèque François Villon as part of the Les enfants d'abord festival. This performance, created by the Chouette il pleut ! company, uses object theater to bring the famous characters from Grégoire Solotareff's work to life. Recommended for children aged 6 and up, the play explores themes of friendship and reconciliation through the eyes of a traveler carrying a backpack full of memories. Admission is completely free, and the venue is fully wheelchair accessible for all visitors.
On Wednesday, December 9, 2026, the Bibliothèque François Villon in the 10th arrondissement invites you to a special performance of Une amitié. Running from 16:00 to 17:00, the show centers on the character Loulou, who recounts her journey of self-reflection and apology following a falling-out with her companion, Tom. Based on the universe of Grégoire Solotareff, this performance offers a thoughtful look at social connections.
The show is uniquely staged by the Chouette il pleut ! company, featuring a 'backpack puppet theater' where everyday objects like pinecones and chestnut shells help tell the story. This intimate setting allows children to connect deeply with Loulou’s emotional journey and the lessons she discovers along the way.
This event is offered free of charge as part of the wider Les enfants d'abord festival. Please note that the library is wheelchair accessible, ensuring that everyone can comfortably enjoy this artistic exploration of friendship. It is an ideal cultural outing for families looking to engage with literature and theater in a creative, small-scale format.
