Honoré de balzac

Lost Illusions, Giannoli's historical drama, airs on France 3

Losses of Illusions directed by Xavier Giannoli, starring Benjamin Voisin and based on Balzac's work, will air on France 3 on February 2, 2026. This acclaimed historical drama has also received César Awards recognition.

The Small Torments of Married Life: Balzac at the Pocket Theatre

"Small Miseries of Married Life," adapted from Balzac by Pierre-Olivier Mornas, returns to Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse starting December 13, 2025.

Monument Jeu d'enfant 2025: a sensory discovery trail at Maison des Jardies

Once again this year, the Maison des Jardies in Sèvres is taking part in the Monument Jeu d'Enfant event on the weekend of October 18 and 19, 2025. On the program: a sensory journey to discover the monument and its history in a whole new way!

Balzac, Daumier and Parisians: our photos of the exhibition at the Maison de Balzac

The Maison de Balzac invites you to discover its latest exhibition, "Balzac, Daumier and the Parisians", from November 22, 2023 to March 31, 2024. From La Comédie humaine to Daumier's striking caricatures, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of 19th-century Parisian life!