At the thought of embarking on a seven-hour performance, I have a mixture of excitement and apprehension. Due to its scale, “Le Soulier de satin”, a legendary play by Paul Claudel, is rarely staged. It is there in its entirety – with a few cuts – in the Richelieu room of the Comédie Française until April 13. A theatrical journey to experience from 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. and an adventure in more than one way. The history, first of all, which spans around thirty years in Spain at the time of the conquistadors, between Europe, America and Africa. Its duration, too, of course.
“Have a good trip,” says the press officer who hands me the ticket like a boarding pass. In the room, sounds of seagulls welcome the spectators. Like on a train or a plane, you start saying hello to your neighbors as you settle down. ” How are you ? Are you okay? » On the stage, the actors of the troupe already present also greet the audience. A diffuse feeling of complicity floats: we know, we are going to live this time together. In the bag, a bottle of water but no provisions, two intermissions and a dinner break are planned.
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