« La confiance » : la thématique de novembre au Théâtre de la Concorde

At a time when democracies are gripped by mistrust, when certainties crumble, and when narratives clash rather than converse, Théâtre de la Concorde dedicates the month of November to this quiet force that connects people and makes living together possible.

Through shows, discussions, concerts, debates, and workshops, November invites everyone to experience trust: the kind that is passed on, built through dialogue, and opens up the future.

Connecting

Trust grows through the stories we share. They shape our outlook, nurture our imagination, and forge ties between generations.

From 30 October to 7 November, 24 Place Beaumarchais, by Adèle Gascuel, brought to life by Brahim Koutari (from an original idea), tells a life journey where theater becomes a space for empowerment, transmission, and connection. A unique story reminding us how deeply a work of art can transform a path in life.

On 3 November, the gathering Our Forests, Our Lives with Catherine Meurisse, Geoffroy Delorme, Olivia Gay, and Jean-Denis Pendanx will blend storytelling, observations of the living world, drawing, and music to raise awareness about the fate of forests and rally us to preserve our environment—trees, animals, winds, and the beauty of life.

On 4 November, Rose Lamy and Marion Mulmann will discuss the illustrated book En bons pères de famille, sharing perspectives on words, family stories, and representations that continue to shape our imaginaries.

On 7 November, Paul Serri's musical cycle spotlights the Sonata for Violin and Piano by César Franck. Through the dialogue of instruments, music becomes an experience of listening, transmission, and mutual trust.

On 17 November, the meeting When Fiction Writers Script Politics will bring together various voices to examine how storytelling shapes our understanding of politics.

Throughout the month, these events continue this flow of stories, knowledge, and shared experiences that make Théâtre de la Concorde a hub for both community and artistic creation.

Finding your place

Finding one's place, making one's voice heard, daring to be oneself: so many paths to standing tall and fully existing in the world. Claiming one's place also means having one's experiences, choices, and voice recognized without having to justify them.

On 6 November, the MeToo Media Awards celebrate those who, through investigative reporting, stories, or creative works, help make sexual and gender-based violence visible and transform cultural representations.

From 12 to 14 November, Lever la main droite, with Irène Jacob and Maud Wyler, brings together two women in a courthouse waiting room before a domestic violence trial. Between shared confidences, quiet moments, and solidarity, the play explores the fragile paths of healing and reminds us that acknowledging someone's voice is often the first step toward repair.

On 13 November, Cosmogonia, a new creation by Yom, resident artist at Théâtre de la Concorde, offers a musical and sensory experience where trust flows between artists, audience, and shared emotions.

On 18 November, the participatory pop choir invites everyone to lift their voice. Singing together becomes a simple and joyful way to build connections and spark collective trust.

Because taking your place never means taking someone else's. It means being able to speak up, be heard, and be recognized, while leaving space for everyone to exist fully. Here, we celebrate the voices that rise, the stories that are shared, and the spaces where each and every person can find their own.

Building community

Trust is also the business of citizens. It enables debate, fuels critical thinking, and opens up shared perspectives.

On 7 November at 16h, the Ciné-Philo gathering, hosted by Ollivier Pourriol, invites us to explore the big questions of our time through cinema and philosophy, connecting works of art with our contemporary lived experiences.

On 19 November, the Democracy for All series, with Alexis Spire and Loïc Blondiaux, examines the mechanisms of democratic trust, the ties between citizens and institutions, and the conditions for revitalized participation.

On 25 November, the Service Civique Solidarité Seniors hosts an event, Young and Old Together, celebrating the beauty of intergenerational bonds by giving the floor to youth and seniors to share their experiences and viewpoints.

On 27 and 28 November, the Le Fun! festival, designed by Usbek & Rica, transforms Théâtre de la Concorde into an idea lab where researchers, artists, journalists, and thinkers explore tomorrow's big challenges together.

Throughout the month, debates, workshops, and gatherings pursue this ambition: to make theater a place where ideas circulate freely, where disagreements bear fruit, and where trust is built through dialogue.

At Théâtre de la Concorde, trust is neither taken for granted nor a matter of routine. It is cultivated through the stories we share, the words we welcome, the works that unite us, and the conversations that follow the performances. Because it helps build community, trust is also an horizon. In November, Théâtre de la Concorde invites you to experience it together.