La Grande Comédie Laponie: New Play by Delaporte and De La Patellière at Théâtre de la Renaissance
Matthieu Delaporte and Alexandre de La Patellière, the duo behind the hit play and film Le Prénom, are back with a new comedy titled La Grande Comédie Laponie. The play, adapted from a Nordic original, is set in Lapland under the northern lights, where a family expects a perfect getaway but instead confronts bitter cold, close quarters, and long-suppressed grievances, leading to explosive confrontations. Known for their sharp dialogue and impeccable comedic timing, the authors deliver a meticulously crafted comedy. The production runs at Théâtre de la Renaissance in Paris (75010) from September 18, 2026, to January 10, 2027. Performances are scheduled Tuesday through Saturday at 9 PM, with Saturday matinees at 4:30 PM and Sunday shows at 3 PM. Ticket prices range from €18 to €66.
Key facts
- Matthieu Delaporte and Alexandre de La Patellière are the playwrights.
- The play is an adaptation of a comedy from the North.
- The setting is Lapland, under the northern lights.
- The plot involves a family vacation that turns into a settling of scores.
- The play is performed at Théâtre de la Renaissance in Paris.
- The run dates are from September 18, 2026, to January 10, 2027.
- Performance times: Tuesday to Saturday at 9 PM, Saturday at 4:30 PM, Sunday at 3 PM.
- Ticket prices range from €18 to €66.
Entities
Artists
- Matthieu Delaporte
- Alexandre de La Patellière
Institutions
- Théâtre de la Renaissance
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Lapland