Les Gros Patinent Bien, a show imagined by Pierre Guillois and Olivier Martin-Salvan, continues its run at La Pépinière Théâtre in Paris in 2026. Awarded the Molière for best public theatre show in 2022, this creation blends visual theatre, humour and an adventure narrative from simple pieces of cardboard.
The production traces the improbable journey of a man cursed by a siren after a fishing trip in the Arctic. His odyssey takes him through several countries and a string of absurd misadventures, from scooters and improvised aircraft to patchwork landscapes and improbable encounters.
The singularity of Les Gros Patinent Bien lies in its staging: one actor stays seated while the other handles hundreds of cardboard pieces to conjure up characters, sets, vehicles or animals. The production builds on illusion, clever object repurposing, and a razor-fast tempo.
Launched in 2020, the show has drawn more than 200,000 spectators and remains on stage in Paris after multiple seasons and tours. It speaks especially to fans of visual theatre, burlesque, and performances built around playful ingenuity and artisanal invention. The production is recommended for audiences aged 11 and up.
The cast features Olivier Martin-Salvan and Pierre Guillois. The show runs for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
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Dates and Opening Time
Starts May 27, 2026
Location
La Pépinière Théâtre
7, rue Louis Le Grand
75002 Paris 2
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Prices
€23 - €49
Recommended age
From 11 years old
Booking
theatrelapepiniere.com
