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Show - The Farce of Master Pathelin
An adaptation by the Rouge Cardinal company. November 17, 19, and 20, 2026, at 8:00 PM.
Centre Paris Anim' Beaujon (Paris 8th)
About
Hoist with his own petard!
The Farce of Master Pathelin is an iconic comedy of 15th-century theater. Beneath its lighthearted appearance, this medieval farce with its lively and satirical tone humorously reveals the inequalities, power dynamics, and flaws of a society where cunning becomes a survival tool. By presenting this ancient text in a modern form, the company aims to speak to today's world through popular theater.
Through its mischievous and subversive humor, The Farce of Master Pathelin critiques inequality and determinism, as well as issues that remain relevant in our society today.
This adaptation also emphasizes the role given to the female character, in order to highlight these voices often relegated to the background in theatrical literature.
Here, the poorest is often the cleverest, and no character triumphs completely over the other.
The project is supported by the Maison étudiante de Paris, as well as the Université Sorbonne-Nouvelle.
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An adaptation by the Rouge Cardinal company
Featuring actors Lucie Dournaux, Arthur Pichon, Ewan Kerzenn, Loïc Mettendorf
Directed by Florian Chaillot
Stage management and lighting design by Alexandre Fougère
Our take on this event
Forget dusty historical plays; this medieval farce bursts onto the stage with vibrant energy and a sharp, modern edge. It is a brilliant reminder that cunning and social maneuvering are timeless themes, here delivered with a fresh perspective that champions the voices often left in the shadows.
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