Théâtre : Le Malade Imaginaire

The modernity of Molière’s work holds no secrets for Tigran Mekhitarian. The daring Armenian director has already brilliantly reimagined *The Schemes of Scapin*, *Don Juan*, and *The Miser*. He now turns his attention to *The Imaginary Invalid*. Is he giving it a facelift? Far from it—he aims to showcase the play’s undiminished vitality and relevance, as Molière’s final comedy-ballet.

Transposed into contemporary settings—complete with cell phones, jogging, and antidepressants—*The Imaginary Invalid* seems galvanized by the energy of the present. Mekhitarian highlights the play’s impact and its corrosive power. Along the way, the pastoral scene becomes an impromptu rap, and urban culture blends perfectly with the classical text. Mekhitarian recaptures the full intensity of Molière’s comedy, revisiting the character of Argan through the lens of his inner fire.

Directed and adapted by Tigran Mekhitarian. Starring Tigran Mekhitarian, Anne Coutureau or Justine Vultaggio, L’Éclatante Marine, Brigitte Guedj or Isabelle Gardien, Cédric Welsh, %C9tienne Paliniewicz, Sébastien Gorski, Mélanie Ferrara or Camilla Halima Filali

“Body and voice naturally convey all the verve of the text, which abounds in mockery, insolence, and malice.” sceneweb.fr

Running time: 1 hr 45 min

Suitable for all ages 10 and up

Presented in collaboration with ASSA-ATP and with the support of the Eiffage Company of the Millau Viaduct

Around the show:

From 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.: Live broadcast from Plateau Radio Larzac—A look at the world of pharmaceuticals.

7:30 p.m. – Light refreshments provided by the Myriade association.