Fate mocks choices: theater at the Théâtre Lepic

The Théâtre Lepicwelcomes Le destin se moque des choix(Fate Mocks Choices), a play written and directed by Fabrice Tosoni, running from September 8, 2025, to January 17, 2026. Presented Tuesday through Friday at 7 p.m., this live show follows on from its success at the 2025 Festival Off d'Avignon, where it attracted a large audience. The text questions the degree of freedom that each person has in the face of life-changing events, through the intertwined journeys of two women.

The plot follows Mathilde and Pilar, who find themselves in the emergency room after unexpected family tragedies. One is waiting for news of her husband, who was injured in a fire, and the other is waiting for news of her son after an accident. Both ask themselves the same question: could they have made a different choice at some point in their lives to avoid this situation? Between moments of emotion and touches of humor, the play explores the notions of guilt, resilience, and the possibility—or illusion—of changing the course of one's destiny.

Fabrice Tosoni's staging favors a narrative that alternates between past and present in order to follow the imagined or real turning points in the lives of the two protagonists. The set and lighting, designed by Capucine Grou-Radenez and Julien Ménard respectively, create a minimalist setting that emphasizes personal trajectories, while Mathias Louis' musical composition accompanies the emotional transitions. The ensemble offers a theatrical experience centered on the acting and the intensity of the dialogues.

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The duo formed by Carine Ribert and Lily Rubenscarries the play with a performance rich in contrasts, between dramatic tension and lighter moments. The support provided by Jessica Berthe-Godart, assistant director, gives precise cohesion to this work, in which the characters' choices are at the heart of the dramaturgy. The production is by Théâtre Lepic, which continues its commitment to a Parisian scene attentive to contemporary writing.

This creation questions possible paths, sacrifices, and individual responsibilities in a story that invites the audience to reflect on their own past choices. The show can be seen at the Théâtre Lepic until January 17, 2026.

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