Les Mystères de Paris: a musical adapted from Eugène Sue's novel

Immerse yourself in the Parisian underworld of 1850 with "Les Mystères de Paris", a captivating musical comedy where intrigue and destiny intersect, at the Théâtre de la Huchette until May 24, 2025.

Les Mystères de Paris, the iconic 19th-century serial novel by Eugène Sue, is reborn as a musical. The adaptation is brought to life by Patrick Alluin, Éric Chantelauze and Didier Bailly. The libretto, written by Éric Chantelauze, and the music composed by Didier Bailly transpose the work into a stage universe where three performers alone embody fifteen characters.

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Paris, 1850. Rodolphe, a German aristocrat hiding under the identity of a laborer, wanders the dark alleys of the capital to rescue the oppressed. He is confronted by crooks and criminals as his past resurfaces, weaving an intrigue of suspense and revelation.

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This adaptation of Les Mystères de Paris will appeal to fans of soap operas, historical frescoes and orchestrated musicals. The format, combining dark intrigue and immersive staging, will appeal to adult and teen audiences with a taste for intense storytelling. On the other hand, those looking for lighter or family entertainment may be less receptive to the show's dramatic atmosphere.

The show promises to be based on an adaptive stage set-up, highlighting the performances of the three actors who embody a gallery of colorful characters. The sets and lighting effects should accompany this plunge into 19th-century Paris, seemingly reinforcing the spectator's immersion.

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With Les Mystères de Paris, Sue 's novel is given new life on stage, supported by an immersive musical score and dynamic staging. A show that promises a fascinating plunge into the light and shadows of the Paris of yesteryear.

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