Hiker’s solitary rest
A hiker camping sets up his tent and starts a campfire. In this moment of solitary rest, he plays with his shadow and the shadows of the objects around him. An entire forest gradually appears, and nature seems to reveal its mysteries. The changing images play with optical effects.Reflections of memory
The text evokes the memories, traces, and imagination of the hiker, and leads us into a dialogue with the living world. It suggests that as people grow up, they often lose a bit of the sense of adventure, forgetting that even puddles can offer reflections to clouds and birds.Collaborative creation
Cheminements is a production by the company F.L.O.P., with Philippe Lefebvre as the interpreter. Philippe Lefebvre and Julie Dumons collaborated on artistic creation and light design. Philippe Lefebvre also designed the scenography, while Julie Dumons was responsible for sound creation and the lighting and sound crew.Text and credits
The text "Text of water" is taken from Carnets du promeneur by François Olislaager and Vinciane Despret. Vinciane Despret is acknowledged in the credits. The performance is supported by several cultural organizations and venues, including Le Channel – Scène Nationale (Calais) and the City of Angers.Performance details
The performance lasts 50 minutes and is suitable for all ages from 5 years. It was scheduled to run on November 21, 22, 25, 27, and 28, 2026, at the Theatre Dunois in Paris.
