On Thursday June 5 and Friday June 6, 2025, Arnaud Demanche will appear at La Cigale for two performances of a show combining social satire, political analysis and the defense of free laughter. Known for his incisive chronicles and sharp humor, Demanche's show is a plea for nuance, freedom of expression and common sense, at a time when public discourse seems to be caught between digital hyper-reactivity and moral censorship.
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In this 1 hour 45 minute stand-up show, Arnaud Demanche tackles the daily life of a society where everything becomes controversial. From garish sweaters to cooking recipes on Facebook, from commentary battles to clashes of opinion, he explores the excesses of contemporary public debate with cynical humor and analytical wit. He questions the era in which "we can't say anything anymore", even though "everyone says everything and anything at all". Through this reflection, he invites us to rediscover a taste for dialogue, second degree and complexity.
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The show would appeal above all to adult audiences interested in society, politics, the media and the transformation of language in the public arena. Audiences fond of chronicles, intelligent sarcasm or shows like those by Guillaume Meurice or Haroun would find themselves fully at home here. On the other hand, those expecting a simple succession of light-hearted sketches or a family atmosphere may be less receptive to this type of highly written stand-up, geared towards satirizing current affairs.
With his new show at La Cigale, Arnaud Demanche takes a sharp look at the absurdities of our times and the tensions surrounding freedom of expression. A moment of political and corrosive stand-up, which would honor dialogue, derision and nuance in a society where everything seems to have become extreme.
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Dates and Opening Time
From June 5, 2025 to June 6, 2025
Location
La Cigale
120 Boulevard Marguerite de Rochechouart
75018 Paris 18
Booking
lacigale.fr
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