Jean Reno at the Édouard VII Theatre: Le Chameau in December 2026

Jean Reno tells the story of his journey in Le Chameau, running from December 1 to 31, 2026 at the Théâtre Édouard VII in Paris. Directed by Ladislas Chollat, this autobiographical account blends text, images and songs, with Pablo Lanty at the piano.

In Le Chameau, Jean Reno shares his personal journey at the Théâtre Édouard VII in Paris, from December 1 to 31, 2026. The actor is accompanied by Pablo Lanty on piano in this autobiographical piece directed by Ladislas Chollat.

In this text he wrote, Jean Reno traces the making of an artist—from Casablanca to Hollywood. The narrative follows more than just a career the public knows well; it revisits the turning points, the doubts, the encounters, and the lines that shaped his journey. The actor discusses his relationship with the craft, the place of private life, and the physical and mental demands imposed by certain roles.

Directed by Ladislas Chollat, Le Chameau doesn’t take the shape of a lecture or a simple reminiscence. The show fuses text, music and imagery, with Pablo Lanty at the piano and eight songs woven into the narration. This musical dimension accompanies Jean Reno’s speech without turning the project into a full-blown concert.

Ladislas Chollat stages a set inspired by the comic book world, first in black and white, then in color. This visual approach gives shape to a life’s journey, straddling intimate memory and cinematic imagination. The director presents the piece as an unclassifiable, human, and poetic performance, built around direct, unfiltered speech.

Le Chameau speaks to audiences eager to see Jean Reno beyond his screen roles. The show may appeal to those who enjoy life stories, artists’ journeys, and stage forms where spoken word blends with live music. It’s not a boulevard comedy, nor a traditional musical, but an autobiographical one-man show led by an actor who revisits his roots, his craft, and his ghosts.

Performances are at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays as listed in the booking calendar, with an extra 8:00 p.m. show on Monday, December 7, announced as sold out. There are no shows on December 24 and 25. Availability can be checked on the Théâtre Édouard VII’s official ticketing page.

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