Photo : Céline Chuuon
The world is burning and I'm buying Nikes, Anturia Soilihi, Victoria Ribeiro
Should we continue to fight as before or invent another way of breathing? "The world is burning and I'm buying Nikes" explores a transformation, that of Anturia-Buffy, a vigilante from Nanterre, straight out of a cult series.
Théâtre 13 - Glacière (Paris 13th)
About
In a world on the brink of apocalypse, she fights. But after one struggle too many, a flash of insight stops her: memories surface – her childhood, her heritage, the heroines who shaped her. A breach opens: how to survive in this burning world? Fueled by childhood memories, 90s culture, and complex family figures, this show questions how we construct ourselves. But are we predetermined? Starting from intimate stories, Anturia Soilihi lays bare the mechanisms of oppression and asks: how does one become a poppy when one has grown in the mud? At the heart of her work is the conviction that the stage can accommodate both rage and jubilation, turning the ashes of chaos into glitter.
Text, acting Anturia Soilihi
Director Victoria Ribeiro
Artistic consultant Marie Demesy
Set and lighting design Jennifer Montesantos
Video Katell Paugam
Tour management Marie-France Pernin
Our take on this event
When the world feels like it is collapsing, sometimes the only answer is to confront your own history with a mix of fury and fierce joy. This performance dives into the roots of who we are, pulling gems from the wreckage of the nineties and personal legacy. Get ready for a raw, energetic experience that manages to find glitter in the midst of the flames.
Experience the intense performance of Le Monde brûle et moi, je m’achète des Nike, written and performed by Anturia Soilihi with direction by Victoria Ribeiro. Hosted at Théâtre 13 - Glacière from February 24 to March 6, 2027, this show explores personal growth amidst global turmoil. Drawing on 90s nostalgia and complex family dynamics, the narrative reflects on how to thrive within oppressive systems. Through a mix of rage and jubilation, the artist examines whether our paths are truly predetermined. This production is open to audiences aged 12 and over, offering a profound look at resilience and identity.
Taking place at Théâtre 13 - Glacière, this show presents a intimate journey through memory and identity. Anturia Soilihi challenges the idea of fate, asking how one can flourish when faced with life’s harshest conditions. Victoria Ribeiro’s direction emphasizes the power of the stage to act as a space for both struggle and joy, effectively turning the chaos of the world into something radiant and reflective.
Performances are scheduled from Wednesday, February 24 to Saturday, March 6, 2027. Shows run on weekdays from Monday to Friday at 20:00, with an earlier time slot on Saturdays at 18:00. The performance lasts 1 hour and 10 minutes. The creative team includes Marie Demesy on artistic direction, Jennifer Montesantos for lighting and set design, and Katell Paugam for video elements, with Marie-France Pernin managing the tour. Tickets are required for entry, and the content is suitable for attendees aged 12 and up.
