David and Leïla's Wedding, or The Day of the Eclipse marks the latest work by Alexis Michalik. Debuting at the Théâtre Hébertot in Paris from January 30, 2027, this play follows two families brought together for an interfaith wedding, whose preparations gradually slide into a narrative where legends, dreams, and family history intertwine.
Leïla, a surgeon, and David, a poet, are about to wed in a remote castle. But the groom’s father’s absence, a blackout, simmering tensions among relatives, and a string of unsettling unease threaten to derail the ceremony. For months, Leïla has been haunted by visions of two lovers from warring peoples, doomed to endure a series of ordeals to keep their love alive. As the events unfold, the lines between dreams, family histories, and the present begin to blur.
With this new work, Alexis Michalik offers a plot that blends family comedy, romance and a spiritual quest. The creative team brings together, notably, Laura Bensimon as assistant director, Manuel Peskine on music, Emmanuelle Roy for set design, Pascal Noël on lighting, Nathalie Cabrol for video, Marion Rebmann for costumes and Tom Menigault on sound.
The cast brings together Adib Cheikhi, Anthony Dubos, Sonia Faidi, Marie Petiot, Mohamed Rouabhi, Ysmahane Yaqini, Mathias Zakhar and Nadia Zeddam. The show will run at Théâtre Hébertot through June 2027, according to the venue’s announced schedule. It should especially appeal to fans of Alexis Michalik’s work and to lovers of contemporary theater that blends storytelling, imagination, and family dynamics.
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Dates and Opening Time
From January 30, 2027 to June 30, 2027
Location
Théâtre Hébertot
78 bis Boulevard des Batignolles
75017 Paris 17
Recommended age
From 12 years old
