Thursday 16 October, 20:00

I’m Here but Not Here!

Renowned actor and director Pierre Richard, celebrated for his roles as a clumsy dreamer, offers us an invitation to explore his fascinating life in a show where he aims to demonstrate that he is not as absent-minded as his characters. With humor and sincerity, he reflects on his incredibly rich career, highlighted by hits like “The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe” and “La Chèvre,” sharing personal anecdotes to clear up a half-century of misconceptions. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity not to be missed, presented by Jean-Marc Dumontet.

 

Chemin de la Mère-Voie 62,
1228 Plan-les-Ouates
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Photo Credit: Louis Josse-JMD PROD

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