New French theater production premieres
A new French theater production titled Les Dompteurs de Dragons by the Compagnie XouY premiered in Paris. The play is described as a poetic and political learning fable about the power of stories, resistance, and the strength of imagination.Plot centers on a king and dragons
The play's plot centers on a fictional kingdom where King Ivar keeps his people in fear as dragons prowl and threaten the kingdom's security. To protect himself, the sovereign plunges the country into darkness and locks it inside a massive cage.Protagonist embarks on a journey
When Georges, the king's son, disappears, the young Sabra embarks on a journey during which she discovers the power of images, shadows, and stories. Together, the two children learn to expose the lies that trap people and to invent an art capable of freeing minds.Cast and staging details
The staging is by Jean-Baptiste Puech, with performers including Olivier Calcada, Laurien Fourniau, Bogdan Hatisi, Luc Pages, Jean-Baptiste Puech, Anne-Élodie Sorlin, and Fatima N’Doye. The production runs from October 15 to November 1, 2026, at the Theatre Paris Villette.
