Joy, Gilles Treton’s play at the Théâtre de Paris

La Joie, a play by Gilles Treton directed by Patrick Catalifo, is showing at the Théâtre de Paris, salle Réjane, from October 1 to November 21, 2026. Anne Benoît, Patrick Catalifo, Raphaëline Goupilleau and Gilles Treton make up the cast of this production about tensions and bonds within a family.

An unemployed mother and son share a precarious daily life. Their exchanges are harsh, fuelled by anger and sarcasm. The arrival of her second son, who has achieved social success, and his wife disrupts this balance. After a stay in Brittany at their invitation, the mother returns hurt. Her return opens up the possibility of a different relationship with the son who stayed by her side.

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The play explores what divides members of the same family, as well as the tenderness that can emerge from their clashes. This piece of contemporary theater is aimed at audiences interested in family relationships and social conflicts within the intimacy of the home.

The set is designed by Jean Haas, the lighting by Olivier Oudiou, and the music by Le Faux Chat. Célia Catalifo is assistant director and costume designer. With a stated running time of 1 hour 15 minutes, the show runs Wednesday through Saturday at 7 p.m.

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