Do you know the true story of Santa Claus ? Until January 5, the Grand Hôtel des Rêves invites you to delve into the origins of this myth known to all through an immersive theatrical fictionperformed live before your eyes. A magical and timeless experience, which promises to make young and old dream.
Yule, young apprentice who became Santa Claus
In Scandinavian and Germanic mythologies, Yule designates the period of the winter solstice, marking the return of light and the rebirth of the Sun, often associated with Christmas celebrations in the Nordic countries. It is therefore no coincidence that The Grand Hotel of Dreams chose this first name, imbued with magic and tradition, to embody the main character of his new show The true story of Santa Claus.
© Ségolène Pommeret
It all begins in the shop of an old seamstress, Uldrafrom whom the young Solange Papillot asks for help to repair a jewel dear to her. At the sight of the latter, the one nicknamed “the witch” understands who she is dealing with and begins to tell the story of a friend dear to his parents: Yule. Little by little, we dive into the fantastic universe of this young apprentice who will soon become Santa Claus, a world populated by witches, magic wardrobes and gifts! From old Hazelius's toy shop to the post office on the edge of the pole via Balthazar Papillot's confectionery, we witness the birth of a myth almost 200 years old.
An immersive room in a magical setting
Far from being a simple play which we witness from afar, the spectacle of the Grand Hôtel des Rêves invites us to explore the maze of the old Le Brun hoteltoday invested by the production company Polaris, through an immersive piece where the actors have fun playing with the audience. As the story progresses, the characters invite us to progress from room to room to reveal the secrets of this timeless legend!
© Ségolène Pommeret
Whether you are 5 or 55 years old, the Grand Hôtel has pulled out all the stops to give everyone a magical moment. Through enchanting settings attention to detail, spectacular visual effects and interactions full of surprises, the audience is immersed in a magical journey where ancestral traditions and modern stories intertwine. Young children will have the chance to see Santa Claus and his magical helpers and talk to them, but they will also be able to write their letter of wishes which will, for the wisest of them, perhaps be realized.
The true story of Santa Claus does not just tell a story: it gives the viewer a unique experience that will delight all fans of magical tales and legends. Don't wait any longer, reservations are open!
The true story of Santa Claus
The Grand Hotel of Dreams
47, rue du Cardinal-Lemoine – 5th
From November 27, 2024 to January 5, 2025
Open Wed. afternoon, Thu. and Fri. evening, Sat. and Sun. all day
Every day during the Christmas holidays
Duration: 50 minutes
Prices: from €21 for adults, €19 for children (up to 16 years old)
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