CIA-Alligator International Company
Theodore or the Silence of Men
The Theater of the Intimate
Capacity: 250
- Street theater
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At a garage sale, Paul decides to part with his childhood toys, and a conversation ensues with his teddy bear. Through this encounter, he tenderly revisits his memories and relives the defining moments of his childhood. Inspired by a personal story, the show delicately addresses the themes of childhood trauma, bullying, and sexual abuse. It questions the silences imposed, particularly on boys, who are often encouraged to hide their emotions and vulnerabilities. It also explores traumatic amnesia: the confusion, doubts, dizziness, and dissociative mechanisms that accompany these imposed silences. Théodore, or the Silence of Men invites reflection, listening, and speaking, and can lead to a time for discussion.
Warning: This performance may be disturbing to some viewers.
At a garage sale, Paul decides to part with his childhood toys, and a conversation ensues with his teddy bear. Through this encounter, he revisits his memories with tenderness and relives the defining moments of his childhood. Inspired by a personal story, the show delicately addresses the themes of childhood trauma, bullying, and sexual abuse. It questions the silences imposed, particularly on boys, who are often encouraged to hide their emotions and vulnerabilities. It also explores traumatic amnesia: the confusion, doubts, dizziness, and dissociative mechanisms that accompany these imposed silences. "Théodore, or the Silence of Men" invites reflection, listening, and speaking, and can provide an opportunity for discussion.
Warning: This show may be offensive to some viewers.
CIA-Alligator International Company
2 Rue de la Mosson, 34790 Grabels
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Theodore, or the Silence of Men
Text and performance: Frédéric Michelet / Direction and acting coaching: Laure Caillet / Assistant director and dramaturgy: Sarah Daugas / Dramaturgical consultation: Amandine Barillon and Marion Nguyen Thé / Production manager: Anne Belliard / Administration: Marie Garnier / Production assistant: Hélène Pédebas / Sound engineering: Laure Caillet and Anne Belliard.
RESIDENCY PROGRAMS AND CREATIVE GRANTS: L’ATELLINE, a state-subsidized theater of national interest in Juvignac / CNAREP Les Ateliers Frappaz in Villeurbanne / CNAREP Ateliers 231 in Sotteville-lès-Rouen / “Impulsions” Residency, City of Montpellier. SUPPORT AND VENUES: The City of Grabels / The Joseph Ricôme Community Center, Montpellier.