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UFO, Pauline Briand, Hugo Plassard: theater
In 2013, Ivan Viripaev set out in search of people who had been in contact with U.F.O.s.
Théâtre 13 - Glacière (Paris 13th)
About
From his extensive research emerge seven testimonies from people he considers sensible and lucid, who share no common origin, social status, or age. They sometimes speak of humanoids or a spaceship, but these individuals mainly testify to an encounter with the essential, with what truly matters, stripped of fears, illusions, the ego, or the incessant noise of the mind.
Direction Pauline Briand and Hugo Plassard
Text Ivan Viripaev
Translation Tania Moguilevskaia and Gilles Morel
With Pauline Briand, Baptiste Carrion-Weiss, Cécile Fišera, Neil Adam Mohammedi, Hugo Plassard, Damien Sobieraff, Zineb Triki and the voice of Andranic Manet
Scenography Clémentine Stab
Lighting Enzo Cescatti
Musical Creation Isis Prager
Our take on this event
Seven individuals from vastly different walks of life recount inexplicable encounters that shift their perspective on existence. This performance peels back the layers of our daily noise to explore the raw, profound truths that remain when we face the unknown.
Experience the intriguing production of OVNI, directed by Pauline Briand and Hugo Plassard, at the Théâtre 13 - Glacière. Based on the text by Ivan Viripaev, the play presents the accounts of seven individuals who describe profound, reality-bending encounters that transcend societal boundaries. Through these testimonies, the performance explores the search for core truth, stripping away the distractions and noise of modern existence. Suitable for audience members aged 12 and up, this thought-provoking performance lasts 1 hour and 25 minutes. Join this unique theatrical exploration during its limited run in November 2026, where the ordinary meets the unexplained in a captivating atmosphere.
The Théâtre 13 - Glacière presents the play OVNI on November 23 and 24, 2026. Directed by Pauline Briand and Hugo Plassard, the production is adapted from the work of Ivan Viripaev, with translation by Tania Moguilevskaia and Gilles Morel. The narrative weaves together seven distinct testimonies from individuals of diverse ages and social backgrounds who share accounts of experiences that defy conventional explanation, including sightings of spacecraft and humanoid figures.
Beyond the mystery, the play centers on the theme of encountering the essential. It invites the audience to consider life stripped of fear, ego, and the incessant noise of the human mind. The cast features Pauline Briand, Baptiste Carrion-Weiss, Cécile Fišera, Neil Adam Mohammedi, Hugo Plassard, Damien Sobieraff, and Zineb Triki, with an additional vocal performance by Andranic Manet. The stage design by Clémentine Stab, lighting by Enzo Cescatti, and original music by Isis Prager complete the artistic vision.
Performances take place from 20:00 to 21:25. This event is recommended for ages 12 and older. Please be aware that tickets are required for entry to this performance. Ensure your reservation is secured in advance to attend this show in the 13th arrondissement.
