Photo : Bruno Bayol
Show: The Man Who Planted Trees
An ecological show for active spectators, based on the work of Jean Giono.
MAIF Social Club (Paris 3rd)
About
A man, during a long walk in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, meets a shepherd. This shepherd lives alone in this hostile landscape. He plants trees. One hundred trees every day, expecting nothing in return. A few years later, forests of oaks, beeches, birches, and ashes appear... Water has returned. Villages are being repopulated. The arid and desolate moor has become a land full of life...
In this fable, which resonates deeply in our era where deforestation rages and water is becoming scarce, you accompany the narrative through actions and become a participant in the story.
A powerful, poetic, and humanistic fable. La Terrasse
And believing that a single man can possess such "constancy in greatness of soul and relentlessness in generosity" feels incredibly good. Françoise Sabatier-Morel for Télérama TTT.
Our take on this event
Step into a breathtaking story of transformation where one humble shepherd single-handedly restores a barren landscape into a thriving, green oasis. This immersive performance invites you to rediscover the power of quiet resilience and ecological rebirth in a way that feels deeply urgent. It is a rare, life-affirming tale that will stay with you long after the final bow.
From May 20 to May 22, 2027, the MAIF Social Club presents a stage adaptation of The Man Who Planted Trees. This poetic fable tells the story of a solitary shepherd who single-handedly transforms a barren landscape into a thriving forest. Through this immersive production, the audience is invited to reflect on environmental responsibility and the power of individual action. Suitable for ages 8 and up, this free event offers a thought-provoking experience in the heart of the 3rd arrondissement.
Visit the MAIF Social Club between May 20 and May 22, 2027, to witness a moving performance based on The Man Who Planted Trees. The narrative follows a shepherd in the Haute-Provence Alps who dedicates his life to planting trees, ultimately breathing new life into a desolate land where water and vegetation had long disappeared.
This production invites you to go beyond passive observation. By engaging with the shepherd’s journey, you become an active participant in a powerful story that highlights the importance of environmental stewardship in an era of climate uncertainty.
The show is designed for viewers aged 8 and older. Admission is completely free of charge, providing an accessible way to experience this acclaimed work of humanistic theater within the 3rd arrondissement of Paris.
