Play explores war and family legacy

La Fille aux rubans bleus is a play that intertwines the personal and historical, focusing on the lives of Marie, a 15-year-old girl during the Indochina War, and Pierre, a captain haunted by his wartime experiences. Their love story is shaped by the harsh realities of war and the misunderstandings that arise from it.

Intergenerational conflict and healing

Years after the war, the play follows their son, who grapples with the legacy of his parents’ past. He seeks to define his own identity, caught between the memories of his parents and the need to break free from a heavy and intangible heritage.

Staging and artistic elements

The production uses a unique approach that blends choreography, sound, and visual archives to reflect the violence of war and the emotional fractures within the family. This organic staging emphasizes the tension between the need for deliverance and the desire for forgiveness.

Themes of self-determination and freedom

The play raises questions about the possibility of self-determination and freedom, exploring how individuals can choose their own paths despite the weight of history and family legacy. It addresses these themes with both intensity and sensitivity.

Production details

La Fille aux rubans bleus is written by Yedwart Ingey and directed by Savannah Macé. The cast includes Laura Dallo as Marie, Rodolphe Beltran as Pierre, and Vincent Marbeau as The Son. The production is by La Compagnie des Poussins Terribles and is running at Theatre Pixel in Paris, with performances every Tuesday at 8:30 PM until January 12, 2027.