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The Sense of Humor
The Théâtre Antoine presents The Sense of Humor, the new comedy by Sacha Judaszko and Fabrice Donnio, the authors of the hit La Moustâche.
Théâtre Antoine (Paris 10th)
About
For this production, an exceptional quartet is brought together on stage: Claudia Tagbo, Florent Peyre, Arié Elmaleh and Élise Diamant.
A fit of laughter. A catastrophe.
Romain burst out laughing at the worst imaginable moment. The one where even a smile was unthinkable.
Since then, Sarah refuses to forgive him. But their guests, Jean-François and Mathilde, only have one wish: to discover what really happened. How can a simple fit of laughter become the most unforgivable of crimes?
The problem is that no one has the same sense of humor. For Romain, it's a profession. For Sarah, a mystery. For Jean-François, a passion. And for Mathilde… humor is Jean-François.
They say laughter extends life. It's true. But sometimes, it can also cut a dinner short.
Our take on this event
Can one uncontrollable fit of laughter truly ruin a perfect dinner party? This talented cast explores how a simple joke can spiral into chaos when four conflicting senses of humor collide around the same table. Expect a sharp and hilarious observation of social awkwardness that will hit way too close to home.
Le sens de l'humour takes the stage at Théâtre Antoine from September 16, 2026, to January 10, 2027. Featuring a talented quartet including Claudia Tagbo, Florent Peyre, Arié Elmaleh, and Élise Diamant, the play centers on a dinner party derailed by a laugh occurring at the most inappropriate moment imaginable. As Sarah struggles to forgive Romain for his outburst, their guests, Jean-François and Mathilde, attempt to uncover the truth behind this social disaster. This production is strictly for audiences aged 18 and over. Discover how conflicting senses of humor turn a simple gathering into an unforgettable and tense theatrical experience.
The plot follows Romain, who has committed an unforgivable social sin by laughing at a moment when even a smile would be unthinkable. While Sarah remains adamant in her refusal to forgive him, their guests, Jean-François and Mathilde, are desperate to understand the reality behind the incident. The story explores the complexities of human connection, highlighting that for some, humor is a profession, while for others, it remains a total mystery or a deep passion. As the evening progresses, it becomes clear that while laughter is often seen as a life-extender, it has the power to cut a dinner short.
Performances run from 16:00 on opening day through January 10, 2027, at the Théâtre Antoine. The stage features Claudia Tagbo, Florent Peyre, Arié Elmaleh, and Élise Diamant in a battle of wits and perceptions. Please note that this event is reserved for adults aged 18 and up. Tickets are required for entry to this exploration of how different perspectives on comedy can lead to dramatic consequences.
