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Theater: The Great Lovers by Emilie Leconte
Accounts of the married lives of women over 65 met in nursing homes, hospitals, or residences.
Archipelia (Paris 20th)
About
THE GREAT LOVERS
Accounts of the married lives of women over 65
Women over 65, whom we met in nursing homes, hospitals, or residences, agreed to confide their personal stories to us by discussing their married lives.
After collecting these accounts, we rewrote them and sought to unite these different life paths, while remaining as close as possible to their original words.
This mosaic of testimonies allows us to hear fragments of lived moments to discover how these women have "lovingly" traversed the century, and how this generation can speak to us today about violence but also about love…
Our take on this event
Life stories captured from women across generations invite you to revisit the past through the lens of true romance. This stage production stitches together personal confessions into a powerful narrative that balances tenderness with historical truth. Experience an intimate look at the loves that defined a whole era.
Experience Les Grandes Amoureuses by Emilie Leconte on Friday, November 27, 2026, at Archipelia. This theatre piece shares intimate life stories collected from women over 65 living in nursing homes and care facilities. Through a mosaic of testimonies, the audience explores how this generation navigated the century, touching on themes of love and personal struggles. The performance, which is wheelchair accessible, is suitable for audiences aged 12 and up. The event runs from 19:30 to 21:00, offering a unique opportunity to listen to authentic voices reflecting on their life journeys and experiences.
Les Grandes Amoureuses, directed by Emilie Leconte, takes place at Archipelia in Paris' 20th arrondissement on Friday, November 27, 2026. The performance is the result of a project interviewing women over the age of 65 in hospitals and residential settings. These personal accounts have been carefully adapted to create a compelling narrative mosaic that remains deeply faithful to the original voices of the women involved.
The show lasts from 19:30 to 21:00 and delves into the marital histories of these women. By blending their individual stories, the play provides a candid look at how they experienced love, life, and adversity throughout the past century. It is a poignant exploration of both the difficulties they faced and the love they shared.
Admission is free, though entrance is subject to capacity. It is strongly recommended that you reserve your spot in advance. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users, and the content is appropriate for attendees aged 12 and older.
