Arsène Lupin, Gentleman Illusionist: a show full of magic and adventure

In the splendid setting of the Théâtre des Variétés, a mythical figure from French literature, Arsène Lupin, is brought back to life on stage from October 5, 2025. Arsène Lupin, Gentleman Illusionist offers an immersive theatrical retelling of the famous gentleman burglar, drawing on the strengths of adventure theater, comedy and magic. Conceived as a family show, it would be accessible from the age of five, bringing together humor, mystery and illusion in a staging that seeks to blur the boundaries between the characters and the audience.

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The plot is set in the Paris of the Roaring Twenties. Arsène Lupin, master of disguise and pretense, finds himself up against one of his most formidable rivals: the Countess of Cagliostro. To triumph, he'll have to use all his powers of illusion and foil Inspector Ganimard's traps, while pursuing a series of fast-paced enigmas. At the heart of this theatrical treasure hunt, the spectator himself could become a witness - or an accomplice - to his most daring tricks.

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The show would appeal primarily to families, to children aged 5 and over, and to all fans of playful, visually spectacular worlds. The character ofArsène Lupin, with his combination of mischievousness and elegance, will appeal to those nostalgic for Maurice Leblanc 's novels, as well as to younger audiences lulled by contemporary figures of the magician-adventurer. On the other hand, audiences looking for psychological theater or a more pared-down staging may be less receptive to this proposal.

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