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Toronto, Ontario - Théâtre français de Toronto (TfT) is delighted to present its latest theatrical creation, Feu Monsieur Feydeau! a comedy written and directed by Sébastien Bertrand that pays tribute to Georges Feydeau, the undisputed master of vaudevilles. The play runs from October 24 to November 3, 2024 at the Berkeley Street Theatre.

Sébastien Bertrand, already recognized for his remarkable contributions to TfT with the webseries Les Liaisons dangereuses : Correspondances inédites (currently available on TFO's streaming platform) and for the hit play Les Filles du roi, directed by Karine Ricard and presented last fall, signs here his third artistic collaboration. Feu Monsieur Feydeau! draws on the author's talent and inventiveness, consolidating his fruitful relationship with TfT.

SYNOPSIS: It's 1921, and Georges Feydeau, suffering from delirium, is staying at the sanatorium Rueil-Malmaison, in a Paris suburb. This mysterious and singular place becomes the stage for a comedy as tragic as it is burlesque. Surrounded by eccentric characters, Feydeau finds himself unwittingly becoming the main character in a new original farce, where mistaken identities, misunderstandings and outlandish twists follow one another at a frenetic pace.

This play is a vibrant tribute to Feydeau's unique spirit, skilfully blending comedy and tragedy. Audiences will rediscover the very essence of vaudeville, with its unpredictable turns and relentless humour. Don't miss this whirlwind of non-stop laughter!

PERFORMANCES ARE SURTITLED IN ENGLISH, and we're still making our augmented reality glasses, available to our audience members for a more immersive subtitling experience. Users can toggle between French and English, according to their preference.

FEU MONSIEUR FEYDEAU!
A Théâtre français de Toronto production
Text and direction: Sébastien Bertrand |Cast: Mathieu Bourassa, Stéphanie Broschart, Mickaël Girouard, Patricia Marceau, François Macdonald, Adam Paolozza | Lighting, sets and props: Glenn Davidson | Costumes: Michelle Tracey | Soundscape and composition: Keith Thomas | Stage management and assistant director: Christoph Ibrahim | Production manager: Mathieu Taillardas
Performance dates and times : October 24 to November 3, 2024 at Berkeley Street Theatre (26 rue Berkeley).
Opening night Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. followed by a reception.
Weekday performances at 7:30 p.m. (except Mondays and Tuesdays).
Saturdays, October 26 and November 2 at 3 p.m. and Sunday, November 3 at 1:30 p.m.
Running time: 75 minutes
Rates: Regular: $60 | Seniors: $50 | Under 30s and Artists: $22.50 | Same-day last-minute tickets: $15, $20 or $25| Group rate (8 or more): $20 per ticket
Box office: 416-534-6604 or theatrefrancais.com