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Small Treatise on All Truths About Existence · Fred Vargas, Manon Chircen, Claire Lasne Darcueil
Forget standard romance and discover the hilariously analytical look at love written by Fred Vargas. Through this witty stage performance, you will find a charmingly sharp guide to why your heart affairs might be falling apart.
Théâtre Paris-Villette (Paris 19th)
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The Théâtre Paris-Villette presents a stage adaptation of Fred Vargas's Petit traité de toutes vérités sur l'existence. Featuring actress Claire Lasne Darcueil, director Manon Chircen, and saxophonist Bruno Texier, the performance examines the logical yet chaotic nature of romantic failures through a unique analytical lens. This insightful production invites audiences to explore the tools we use to navigate our love lives with wit and tenderness. Suitable for ages 12 and up, the show runs from November 26 to December 5, 2026, in the 19th arrondissement. Join us for this engaging exploration of human connections and literary precision.
In 2001, Fred Vargas published her Small Treatise in which she deciphers, with mathematical precision and scientific logic, our faculties for constructing our own romantic failures, a "toolbox" intended for those who see love slipping through their fingers. Accompanied by saxophonist Bruno Texier and director Manon Chircen, actress Claire Lasne Darcueil takes hold of it with jubilation and tenderness.
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Experience a theatrical take on Fred Vargas's 2001 work, Petit traité de toutes vérités sur l'existence, at the Théâtre Paris-Villette. The play deconstructs the patterns of romantic failure using a blend of scientific logic and psychological insight. Actress Claire Lasne Darcueil brings this material to life with energy, supported by the artistic direction of Manon Chircen and the musical presence of saxophonist Bruno Texier.
The production runs from Thursday, November 26, to Saturday, December 5, 2026. Performance times are scheduled for 20:00 on Thursdays, 19:00 on Fridays, and 18:00 on Saturdays. Each performance lasts 50 minutes. Admission is open to those 12 years and older, and tickets are required for entry. This event offers a thoughtful look at the human experience, conveniently located in Paris's 19th district.
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