Stage adaptation of a literary work
Stage director Anne-Sophie Pauchet has adapted Louise Chennevière’s work Comme la chienne for the stage. The adaptation brings the text’s themes and language to a theatrical setting, focusing on the voices of women and their experiences in a patriarchal society.Themes and language of the production
The piece explores themes of violence, desire, shame, and anger through the voices of women, using a raw and visceral language. The writing is described as intense and embodied, echoing the texts of Virginie Despentes or Marguerite Duras, where the intimate becomes eminently political.Cast and creative team
The production features actresses Nadège Cathelineau and Valérie Diome, alongside Maylise Lieubray, who provides singing. It also includes contributions from visual artist Diane Gaignoux, as well as lighting and set design by Arnaud Troalic and video creation by Pierre Agoutin.Production details and collaborators
It is produced by Compagnie Akté in collaboration with Le Tangram, Scène nationale d’Evreux, and supported by several cultural institutions, including the CDN de Normandie-Rouen, Le Volcan, Scène nationale du Havre, L’étincelle – Théâtre de la ville de Rouen, and Théâtre des Bains Douches au Havre.Performance dates and venue
The production is scheduled for performances on 12 and 13 January 2027 at CDN Rouen hors les murs à Chapelle Saint-Louis, Rouen, and from 22 to 23 March 2027 at Théâtre des Bains Douches with Le Volcan – Scène nationale Le Havre as part of the Festival Déviations.Audience warning and content
A warning is included that the show contains stories of mental disorders and physical and sexual violence. The production is recommended for audiences aged 16 and older and lasts approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
