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What is the point of wanting to be loved?

Photo : Jean francois Roze, Clementine Moser, Thea Bootz

Oct 17

What is the point of wanting to be loved?

Between poetry, humor, emotion, and live music, "What is the point of wanting to be loved?" questions identity, resilience, and the courage to be oneself

CPA Théâtre de la Jonquière (Paris 17th)

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At the crossroads of theater, cabaret, and concert, this show boldly mixes aesthetics and genres: from baroque to pop, from Schubert to Lady Gaga.
We follow the journey of Daphné, a young woman in search of herself, confronted with social pressures, the judgment of others, and the need to conquer her own freedom. Between poetry, humor, emotion, and live music, "What is the point of wanting to be loved?" questions identity, resilience, and the courage to be oneself.
Designed as a true sensory journey, the show alternates between moments of fragility and explosions of power, in a universe where the boundaries between artistic genres and identities dissolve. The result is a captivating, accessible, and profoundly human experience that resonates particularly with LGBTQIA+ audiences while reaching a much wider public.

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Expect an electrifying blend of theater and concert where Schubert meets Lady Gaga to explore the complexities of self-discovery. This deeply moving production defies genres and invites you on a raw, empowering journey about the true cost and beauty of being yourself.

Experience À quoi bon vouloir être aimé ?, a unique fusion of theater, cabaret, and live music performed at the CPA Théâtre de la Jonquière in the 17th arrondissement. The performance follows Daphné’s personal journey as she navigates societal pressures and the pursuit of freedom, blending genres from Baroque to pop. Designed to be inclusive, the show is fully accessible to deaf or hard-of-hearing audience members, blind or visually impaired individuals, and those with cognitive disabilities, featuring sign language throughout the production.

From October 14 to October 17, 2026, the CPA Théâtre de la Jonquière presents À quoi bon vouloir être aimé ?. This sensory journey chronicles the life of Daphné, a young woman striving to define herself despite the gaze of others. By mixing theater, cabaret, and live music—ranging from Schubert to Lady Gaga—the show explores themes of identity, resilience, and the bravery required to be one’s true self.

The production is suitable for audiences aged 9 to 90. Performance times are 20:00 to 21:15 on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, and 19:00 to 20:30 on Saturday. In its commitment to accessibility, the production is adapted for deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals, blind or visually impaired guests, and those with cognitive disabilities, incorporating sign language to ensure an inclusive experience for all.

Through a blend of humor, poetry, and raw emotion, the performance dissolves traditional boundaries between artistic genres and identities. While it holds particular relevance for the LGBTQIA+ community, the production aims to reach a broader audience through its deeply human narrative. The event is a ticketed performance, and booking in advance is advised.

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