Gwenaël Morin is directing Badine, a theatrical production inspired by the work of 19th-century French playwright Alfred de Musset. The play delves into themes of love, youth, and the essence of theater itself, prompting audiences to consider whether love for the stage is natural, should be experienced, can be broken, or might fade over time. The production is being staged by the Jeune Troupe of the Centre Dramatique National de Tours (CDN de Tours), a group focused on integrating young professionals into the performing arts. The Jeune Troupe is a professional integration program that includes five actors, one production manager, and two technicians. All members have recently graduated from drama schools or programs that offer qualifications in event administration and production. Established in 2005, the program has brought together around 80 young professionals in the performing arts and is strongly supported by the Théâtre Olympia, a well-known venue in Tours, France. The cast of Badine includes Orane Barroso Pinto Dias, Samy Cantou, Apolline Clavreuil, Paul Dussauze, and Samuel Roussel-Hayatou. Morin is directing the play, with lighting designed by Philippe Gladieux, costumes by Marion Montel, and Audrey Gendre serving as the assistant director. Aurélien Trillot is handling general stage management. The production is part of the Jeune Théâtre en Région Centre-Val-de-Loire program, which supports emerging theater talent in the Centre-Val-de-Loire region. Badine will be performed at the Théâtre Olympia in Tours from November 19 to 27, 2026. There will be no performance on Sunday, November 22. The play offers a chance for both the audience and the young professionals involved to engage with the enduring themes of love and artistry through the lens of Musset’s original work.