From May 27 to June 4, eight theaters in the capital will showcase performances from around the world.
In 2024, several directors of Parisian theaters (including La Villette, Les Plateaux Sauvages, and La Bastille) came together to establish the Paris Globe, an international artistic festival (theater, dance, performance). Joined by their counterparts from Maison des MÉtallios, Carreau du Temple, and Silvia Monfort, they are present for the second edition happening this year from May 27 to June 4. “At the origin of the project, we took advantage of the Cultural Olympics to create a biennial,” recalled Adrien de Van, head of the Paris-Villette theater. “There is a demand from the public. We wanted to inspire people to discover underground artists from five continents. There are events, but for artists who are already established in their countries.”
“We want to share the shows and pool the venues so that the public can move from one to another,” emphasized Mathieu Touzé, the director of Theater 14. “If we were to program international shows alone, we would be on the margins. By coming together, we are able to make ourselves known,” assured Claire Dupont, the director of the Bastille theater, the only one receiving state aid. On the menu are nine “hard-hitting,” “unruly and unique” works that fit our theaters of 200 to 300 seats, added Claire Dupont.
They are being presented in Paris for the first time. Fans should not miss “The Rite of Spring,” freely adapted from Stravinsky’s ballet by the Italian company Dewey (from May 28 to 30 at Silvia Monfort) or “The Last Play in Gaza” by Israeli playwright Einat Weizman (on June 2 and 3 at Theater 14).
“Everything is allowed, we can think outside the box,” rejoiced Sandrina Martins, who oversees the Carreau du Temple venue. However, two pieces are prohibited for those under 18: “Historia do Olho” (The Story of the Eye) based on Georges Bataille’s novel, staged by the Brazilian Janaina Leite questioning the relationship between theater and pornography (on May 28 and 29 at Carreau du Temple). And “Spy girls” by Estonian Magda Szpecht. Based on real events, it tells the story of hackers who gain the trust of Russian soldiers to obtain information for the Ukrainian army (on May 29 and 30 at Theater 13).
“We have constructive exchanges, a common sensitivity,” insisted Alice Vivier, appointed to Maison des MÉtallios in 2024. Unity is strength for these performing arts lovers eager to attract new generations, but not only that. Finally, the budget of 300,000 euros, 90% of which comes from the City of Paris, facilitates a “global synergy.” “We manage to maintain affordable prices, especially for young people,” recalled Sandrina Martins.
For information and reservations, visit parisglobe.fr.
