Performance premiere date set
The performance Ces filles qu'on attend will open at the Théâtre Gérard Philipe in Saint-Denis from 18 to 29 November 2026. The theater is a national center for drama and will host the premiere as part of its programming.Inspiration from real-life stories
The piece is based on interviews with young girls in Saint-Denis, collected by Claudine Galea. These interviews form the foundation of a text that follows the experiences of three teenagers, offering insight into their lives and perspectives.Collaborative artistic process
The project began three years ago through the L'Équipé·e festival, initiated by Julie Deliquet. It involved fieldwork by the interpreters and the author, with a stage director now contributing to finalize the performance. This approach highlights how theater can emerge from real-life interactions and shared experiences.Cast and creative team
Ces filles qu'on attend features interpreters Ambre Febvre, Benoît Seguin, and Annabelle Simon. The production includes contributions from Magaly Godenaire, with set design by James Brandily, lighting by Vera Martins, and sound by John M. Warts.Production and publication details
The text of the performance is published by Espaces 34, and L'Arche serves as the theatrical agent. The production is by Théâtre Gérard Philipe, and the piece was commissioned in 2023 by Julie Deliquet and the theater under the L'Équipé-e festival, organized by Laëtitia Guédon and Les Plateaux Sauvages.
