This musical show is conceived as a contemporary radio broadcast, blending interviews, archival material, and previously unseen love letters from the well-know French singer Barbara (1930-1997). Set in a studio space with all-white floor and walls, there is no physical presence of the incomparable singer—yet hers is the only voice you will hear. Every word spoken is authentic and reflects the singer's freedom of expression, her cheerfulness, and her love for her craft as a "woman who sings."Starring celebrated stage French actress Marie-Sophie Ferdane who makes her Seuls en Scène debut. "With this show, Emmanuel Noblet, Marie-Sophie Ferdane, and Olivier Marguerit do more than just portray the singer; they articulate the demands, the vulnerabilities, and the sublime beauty of their craft. Rarely do we encounter such natural artistry or a show so deeply moving." —La TerrasseTicketsFree and open to the public; advance tickets required. Tickets available in late August through University Ticketing.Performance DetailsShow performed in French. Duration: 1 hour, 15 min. Content appropriate for ages 12+See all shows in 2026 French Theater FestivalDirectionsGet directions to the Wallace Theater, located on the Forum level of the Lewis Arts complex, and find other venue information for the arts complex.Accessibility
The Wallace Theater is an accessible venue with an assistive listening system. Visit our Venues and Studios section for accessibility information about our various locations. Guests in need of access accommodations are invited to contact the Lewis Center at 609-258-5262 or email LewisCenter@princeton.edu at least one week in advance of the event date.Production CreditsConception: Marie-Sophie Ferdane and Emmanuel NobletBased on a montage by Arnaud Cathrine et Clémentine DeroudilleDirected by: Emmanuel NobletPerformed by: Marie-Sophie Ferdane and Olivier Marguerit Music by: Olivier MargueritLighting design: Olivier OudiouLight management: Emmanuelle Phelippeau-ViallardProductionExecutive production En Votre CompagnieCoproduction: Le Quai CDN Angers, Théâtre du Rond-Point, Théâtre National de Bretagne - Centre Dramatique National (Rennes), Compagnie Les Choses de la vieWith the support of INA, SpedidamThe show was created in june 2018 at Maison de la Poésie - scène littéraire à ParisSous la forme d’une lecture aujourd’hui adaptée en spectacleThanks to Bernard SerfAnd for their voices: Constance Dollé, Catherine Hiegel, Anouck Clion, Oscar Von ClaerTranscripts of interviews of the artist Barbara from programs by National de l’Audiovisuel (INA)Special ThanksEmmanuel Noblet, Laurence de Magalhaes, Olivier Marguerit, Marie-Sophie Ferdane and Emmanuelle Phelippeau-Viallard.
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