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A corpo libero, Giada Ciccolini - Festival les Enfants d'abord - November 5 at 5:30 PM
In A corpo libero, the only set is the body of Giada Ciccolini, actress and former gymnast. Alone on stage, she explores every part of it with curiosity and attention, testing its possibilities and seeking to make them dialogue.
Le Point Ephémère (Paris 10th)
About
Giada Ciccolini
A corpo libero
Grand studio
Street entrance at 200 quai de Valmy
35 min
From age 1
In A corpo libero, the only set is the body of Giada Ciccolini, actress and former gymnast. Alone on stage, she explores every part of it with curiosity and attention, testing its possibilities and seeking to make them dialogue.
The show also speaks about the acceptance of one's own body as it is, with its imperfections, its transformations over time, and the traces that life leaves upon it. Born from research conducted in nurseries and kindergartens, this show was conceived not only for toddlers but also with them.
Production: La Baracca - Testoni Ragazzi
Conception, direction, and performance: Giada Ciccolini
Costumes and scenography: Alessandra Gabriela Baldoni and Giada Ciccolini
Artistic advice: Yves Thuwis (Newski Prospekt)
Collaboration on direction: Sara Lanzi
A special thank you to Tommaso Ruggero
Giada Ciccolini is an artist and researcher specializing in theater for early childhood, as well as a trained lighting technician. A former rhythmic gymnast, she began her theatrical training in middle school, and from 2005, continued her training at Teatro Testoni Ragazzi. After completing training in lighting design at the Accademia della Luce in Umbertide (Perugia - Italy), she completed an internship as a lighting technician at Teatro Testoni Ragazzi in 2008.
Developing in parallel as a technician and performer, she later became a member of the company La Baracca – Testoni Ragazzi. She has participated in the creation of numerous productions for children and adolescents under the direction of Valeria Frabetti, and later Andrea Buzzetti. Her work aimed at very young audiences has led her to perform international tours, with performances notably in Cuba, Canada, Japan, China, South Korea, Rwanda, and Cameroon.
Since 2014, she has led theater workshops for toddlers and is the author, director, and performer of the solo show A corpo libero, developed with La Baracca – Testoni Ragazzi, with the artistic advice of Ives Thuwis and the collaboration of Sara Lanzi. It is with this creation that Giada began her own journey of artistic research.
Our take on this event
Stripped of all props, a former gymnast takes the stage to transform the simple human form into a mesmerizing performance of movement and grace. Developed through years of observing young children, this show offers a gentle, poetic exploration of how we live in and cherish our bodies. It is an ideal weekend escape that resonates with tiny tots and their parents alike.
On December 5, 2026, Le Point Éphémère presents A corpo libero, an intimate solo performance by artist Giada Ciccolini as part of the Les Enfants d'abord festival. Designed specifically for children from 1 year old, this 35-minute piece features a former gymnast turned actress who explores the physical possibilities and natural evolution of the human body. Hosted in the venue's Grand studio, the show offers a gentle and reflective experience for young audiences. Tickets are required for this event, which takes place in the heart of Paris' 10th arrondissement.
Le Point Éphémère hosts A corpo libero, a unique theatrical experience where Giada Ciccolini transforms her own body into the primary landscape of the stage. Drawing on her background as a rhythmic gymnast and professional performer, she examines how bodies change, grow, and carry the history of our lives. The production was developed through extensive observation in nurseries and preschools, ensuring the content resonates with the curiosity of very young children.
The performance takes place on Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 17:00 to 18:00. The audience is welcomed into the Grand studio, accessible via the entrance at 200 quai de Valmy, 75010 Paris. With a runtime of 35 minutes and content tailored for ages 1 and up, it provides a focused, sensory-rich environment for toddlers. This production is brought to life by the company La Baracca - Testoni Ragazzi, reflecting the creative research of Giada Ciccolini, whose work has been showcased globally. Booking in advance is recommended to secure attendance at this contemplative performance.
