Family dinner: an explosive reunion on stage at Café de la Gare

A marriage proposal, two warring parents, and a son willing to do anything to bring them together. The comedy Dîner de famille runs at the Café de la Gare until February 28, 2026.

The contemporary comedy Dîner de famille can be seen at the Café de la Gare until winter 2026. The story begins on Alexandre's 30th birthday, when he wants his parents, who have been estranged and angry since his birth, to witness his wedding. But to get them to come, the young man would have to resort to a well-crafted lie. Once they'd gathered around the table, the evening would turn into a domestic battlefield of score-settling and repressed memories.

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In Dîner de famille , Alexandre's father is a colorful Parisian entertainer, while his mother, provincial and resentful, has forgotten nothing of past grievances. Between them, their son tries to mediate, without always being able to contain the tornado that's brewing. Written by Joseph Gallet and Pascal Rocher, this play is based on well-oiled lines, plot twists and thinly disguised family conflicts. The alternation of actors will allow us to renew our energies, with Joseph Gallet, Arnaud Laurent, Marie Blanche and Pascal Rocher on the bill depending on the evening.

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Dîner de famille would appeal to a broad audience with a taste for comedies of manners, situation plays and tense but funny family dynamics. The gritty tone and incisive dialogue would particularly appeal to audiences looking for a light-hearted, rhythmic piece of theater rooted in universal themes. On the other hand, those who prefer introspective or more serious shows may well stay away from this proposal centered on family humor.

This article is based on information available online. The show has not been viewed by the editorial staff.