Thursday, January 22, 2026 - Thursday, March 5, 2026
In French with English subtitles
Founded in 1680, the Comédie-Française is the oldest active theater company in the world, and an enduring symbol of France’s theatrical heritage. Preserving a centuries-long repertory tradition while embracing contemporary approaches to performance, the Comédie-Française reimagines canonical works with a cutting-edge theatrical sensibility. This exclusive HD screening series offers New York audiences a singular opportunity to experience these productions, helmed by renowned theatermakers, most of which never tour to the US.
Included in this series:
Twelfth Night, by William Shakespeare, directed by Thomas Ostermeier
Le Bourgeois gentilhomme, by Molière, directed by Valérie Lesort and Christian Hecq
By William Shakespeare, Directed by Thomas Ostermeier
Thursday, January 22, 2026
In French with English subtitles
One of Europe’s preeminent theater directors, Thomas Ostermeier interprets Shakespeare’s classic comedy with his signature physicality, textual rigor, and distinctly modern sensibility in this collaboration with the Comédie-Française.
Thursday, March 5, 2026
In French with English subtitles
Acclaimed directing partners Valérie Lesort and Christian Hecq reimagine this 17th-century classic as a deliciously relevant class farce complete with fantastical costumes and Balkan-inspired music.
L’Alliance New York’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the Support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
La Nuits Des Rois © Jean Louis Fernandez
Le Bourgeois gentilhomme © C. Raynaud de Lage
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