Le spectacle musical Moliere was first presented in Paris in the autumn of 2023 on the stage of the Dôme de Paris. That same year it was recognized as the Best Original Musical in France. Later, it won many other musical awards in its home country. Immediately after the premiere, the artists went on a major tour across France. The production tells the story of the formation of the great playwright and covers the main stages of his biography. The narrative begins with Molière’s youth, when, having refused a prestigious and prosperous position at court, he creates a theatrical troupe together with the woman he loves. This is followed by the first productions and failures, hypocrisy and the intrigues of numerous enemies, conflict with the Church and exile, a revolution carried out in the comedy genre, and the recognition for which the hero paid a high price.
Molière, l’Opéra Urbainthe title speaks for itself, and the production balances at the intersection of genres. It is a synthesis of classic and contemporary, where the 17th century meets the 21st. The urban opera, as the creators call it, is a bold interpretation of the life and work of the great dramatist. Traditional motifs are organically woven into modern stage design and fit perfectly with contemporary musical solutions. Real objects are combined with video projections. On stage, through the efforts of Emmanuelle Favre, a real theater from Molière’s era has been recreated — with boxes and platforms, a heavy curtain and antique chandeliers. At the same time, elements of modern architecture are elegantly integrated into the classical style — an attentive viewer will certainly notice them. The costumes by Jean-Daniel Vuillermoz are also a symbiosis of two eras and a link between them.
Molière, l’Opéra Urbainthe title speaks for itself, and the production balances at the intersection of genres. It is a synthesis of classic and contemporary, where the 17th century meets the 21st. The urban opera, as the creators call it, is a bold interpretation of the life and work of the great dramatist. Traditional motifs are organically woven into modern stage design and fit perfectly with contemporary musical solutions. Real objects are combined with video projections. On stage, through the efforts of Emmanuelle Favre, a real theater from Molière’s era has been recreated — with boxes and platforms, a heavy curtain and antique chandeliers. At the same time, elements of modern architecture are elegantly integrated into the classical style — an attentive viewer will certainly notice them. The costumes by Jean-Daniel Vuillermoz are also a symbiosis of two eras and a link between them.
Dove Attia is the author and producerof major musical shows such as Mozart l’Opéra Rock, Les Dix Commandements, Le Roi Soleil, Autant en emporte le vent, 1789: Les Amants de la Bastille, La Légende du Roi Arthur, Casanova, with many years of experience. The productions he has produced have attracted audiences of millions in France and beyond. In Molière, Attia appears not only as a producer. He is the author, artistic and musical director of the project.
Dove Attia is the author and producerof major musical shows such as Mozart l’Opéra Rock, Les Dix Commandements, Le Roi Soleil, Autant en emporte le vent, 1789: Les Amants de la Bastille, La Légende du Roi Arthur, Casanova, with many years of experience. The productions he has produced have attracted audiences of millions in France and beyond. In Molière, Attia appears not only as a producer. He is the author, artistic and musical director of the project.
The productions of director and playwright Ladislas Chollathave been nominated 29 times for France’s highest theatrical award — the Molière Award — and have won it 6 times. In 2018, the director was awarded a prize by the Society of Dramatic Authors and Composers. Macau and China.
ticketsThe productions of director and playwright Ladislas Chollathave been nominated 29 times for France’s highest theatrical award — the Molière Award — and have won it 6 times. In 2018, the director was awarded a prize by the Society of Dramatic Authors and Composers. Macau and China.
Актеры носят старинные парики и камзолы в стиле барокко, чулки и шляпы с перьями, обуваясь при этом в кроссовки. Исполнители, выбранные для сценического воплощения истории Мольера, молоды, красивы и заряжены кипучей энергией. Эффектная хореография Romain Rachline Borgeaud идеально укладывает темперамент молодости в движения. В постановке мелодичные арии прекрасно уживаются с жестким битом. А музыкальные диалоги в формате большой оперы поддерживаются заводным слэмом: артисты спускаются со сцены, и вот уже зрители становятся участниками действа. Dove Attia и Ladislas Chollat- создали «Мольера» как признание в любви к классике, придав ей современное звучание и почти документально воссоздав историю жизнисвоего героя. А зрительской аудитории подарили уникальную возможность по-новомупосмотреть на фигуру великого Мольера и открыть для себя актуальность его идей.
«Вместе мы хотели, чтобы рассказ о жизни Мольера был похоже
на его творчество: вневременное, свободное и смелое» - говорят Attia и Chollat.
The actors wear antique wigs and Baroque-style frock coats, stockings and feathered hats, while at the same time putting on sneakers. The performers chosen to embody Molière’s story on stage are young, beautiful, and charged with vibrant energy. The striking choreography by Romain Rachline Borgeaud perfectly channels youthful temperament into movement. In the production, melodic arias coexist seamlessly with a hard-hitting beat. Musical dialogues in the format of grand opera are supported by an energetic slam: the performers step off the stage, and suddenly the audience becomes part of the action. Dove Attia and Ladislas Chollat created Molière as a declaration of love to the classics, giving it a modern sound and almost documentary precision in recreating the story of their hero’s life. And they gifted the audience with a unique opportunity to look anew at the figure of the great Molière and to discover the relevance of his ideas today.
«Together we wanted the story of Molière’s lifeto resemble his work: timeless, free and bold» say Attia and Chollat.
