Peer Gynt, a theatrical and musical fresco at the Théâtre du Châtelet

The Théâtre du Châtelet offers an ambitious rereading of Peer Gynt,Henrik Ibsen 's major work, enriched byEdvard Grieg 's famous score. Originally conceived as a text to be read(Lesedrama), this initiatory tale of fantasy and social satire takes on a full theatrical and musical dimension under the direction ofOlivier Py. His "tradaptation" of the original text aims to reconcile the dramatic force of the story with the completeness of Grieg's music, rarely performed together on stage.

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Peer Gynt follows the wanderings of its main character, the archetypal anti-hero in search of himself. His journey, both physical and inner, takes him from the fjords of Norway to the deserts of the South, where he confronts illusions, disillusions and symbolic encounters. Olivier Py highlights the initiatory aspect of this quest, where Peer, confronted with the Troll motto - "Be yourself... enough" - explores the limits of his identity before returning to his starting point, disillusioned but lucid.

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This show is aimed at theater and classical music fans who appreciate bold staging and epic storytelling. The fusion of Ibsen's text and Grieg 's score promises an immersive experience, at the crossroads of drama and opera. Peer Gynt, with its thematic richness and blend of genres, could appeal to a wide audience, from Nordic literature enthusiasts to curious music lovers.

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