From April 30, 2025, Le Lucernaire will present a new theatrical adaptation of Guy de Maupassant 's classic Bel-Ami. Directed by Claudie Russo-Pelosi, this ground-breaking creation will highlight Georges Duroy 's dazzling career in Paris in the 1880s. The adaptation would be in the tradition of great literary frescoes transposed to the stage.
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In Bel-Ami , Georges Duroy, an ambitious young provincial, arrives in Paris destitute but determined to succeed. Thanks to his seductive talents and opportunism, he joins a major Parisian newspaper, manipulates the circles of power and climbs the social ladder. Five influential women, each seduced in turn, are the keys to his rise. This journey, between charm, calculation and ambition, is a portrait of a world where image and influence prevail over principles.
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Bel-Ami would appeal to lovers of literary theater, enthusiasts of naturalist novels and those interested in the social and political themes of the 19th century. It could also appeal to audiences curious to see how a heritage classic is reinterpreted on stage. On the other hand, those looking for light comedy or experimental contemporary theater may be less interested.
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The play will run from Tuesday to Saturday at 7pm, and on Sundays at 4pm, until July 27, 2025. Lasting 1h20, Bel-Ami is presented for the first time on this Parisian stage. The show highlights the duality between personal ambition and dependence on power relationships in a society structured by appearances.
With Bel-Ami, Le Lucernaire offers a theatrical plunge into a classic of French literature, brought to life by a contemporary staging. A tale of social upward mobility that, through the prism of the 19th century, examines dynamics that are still relevant today.
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Dates and Opening Time
From April 30, 2025 to July 27, 2025
Location
Lucernaire
53 rue Notre-Dame des Champs
75006 Paris 6
Prices
€10 - €32
Booking
www.lucernaire.fr
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