Leïla Slimani’s play Résurrection, adapted from the novel by Léon Tolstoï and translated into French by Édouard Beaux, is set to debut in multiple French theaters in 2026. Based on Tolstoï’s 1899 novel of the same name, the play explores themes of guilt, redemption, and moral responsibility. Directed by Simon Delétang, who previously worked with Slimani on her first play, the story follows a young man from a wealthy family who lives a life of indulgence in a large city. He becomes a juror in the trial of a woman accused of murder and recognizes his former lover, a woman he had abused, made pregnant, and abandoned. She has since turned to prostitution. The protagonist tries to redeem himself by proving her innocence, but she refuses his help, forcing him to confront the consequences of his actions. The production features five main performers, including the acclaimed actress Marina Hands, who will play a powerful and incorruptible woman. The cast includes members of the Comédie-Française, one of France’s most prestigious theater companies, such as Guillaume Gallienne, Christian Gonon, Loïc Corbery, Mélissa Polonie, Fabrice Lebert, Georgia Scalliet, and Thibault Vinçon. The costumes are designed by Marie La Rocca, and the lighting is by Mathilde Chamoux. The sound design is by Nicolas Lespagnol-Rizzi, with scenography assistance from Adèle Collé. Fabrice Lebert also assists with direction, and Françoise Léger Pirus helps with costume creation. The play’s script will be published on October 1, 2026, by Éditions Gallimard, a well-known French publishing house. The performance is estimated to last about two hours. The premiere dates include Théâtre de Lorient – Centre dramatique national from October 6 to 9, 2026, followed by Théâtre du Jeu de Paume in Aix-en-Provence from November 3 to 7, 2026. Théâtre National de Nice will host the play from November 12 to 14, 2026. The Comédie-Française, Théâtre du Vieux-Colombier in Paris, will host it from November 25, 2026, to January 3, 2027. Finally, Comédie de Colmar – Centre dramatique national Grand Est Alsace will host the play on January 8 and 9, 2027. The production received support for its set design from Mixt, a cultural organization in Loire-Atlantique. This support highlights the collaborative nature of the project and its significance in the French theater scene. The play promises to be a dramatic and thought-provoking adaptation of Tolstoï’s classic, brought to life by a talented cast and creative team.