Francis Perrin's 60-Year Career Celebration: A Passionate Tribute to Molière in 'Le Malade Imaginaire'

Francis Perrin, marking 60 years on stage and over 10,000 performances, stars as Argan in a new production of Molière's 'Le Malade Imaginaire'. The show is a heartfelt homage to Molière, who died after a performance of this very play. Perrin is joined by three of his children and actor friends, including Nathalie Cerda as a standout Toinette, Eric Laugérias, and Eric Boucher. The sumptuous set by Jean-Michel Adam recreates a period interior, with lighting by Jacques Rouveyrollis and costumes by Jean-Daniel Vuillermoz. The production, directed by Perrin, features rapid-fire comedic scenes, slapstick, and a moving final tribute to Molière. The cast also includes Louis Perrin, Clarisse Perrin, Jeanne Perrin, Côme Thomas, and Jean-Luc Fabry. The review, written by Hélène Kuttner, praises the performances and the production's vibrant energy.