Vanessa Larré's 'Sublime(s)' Explores Infanticide at Théâtre des Célestins

Vanessa Larré has written and directed 'Sublime(s)', a play that tells the story of Jeanne, a woman convicted for letting her baby starve to death. The production is currently running at the Théâtre des Célestins in Lyon. Larré's work delves into the psychological and social circumstances surrounding the crime, examining themes of motherhood, guilt, and societal judgment. The play features a cast of actors portraying Jeanne and those in her orbit, including family members and legal professionals. Through a nonlinear narrative and intimate staging, 'Sublime(s)' seeks to humanize a figure often vilified in media and public discourse. The title references the sublime as both a philosophical concept and an emotional state, suggesting the complex beauty and horror of the story. Performances began in April 2026 and are scheduled through May.