Nuit d'ivresse

“Come rediscover Josiane Balasko's hit comedy!” Nuit d'ivresse tells the story of the encounter between Jacques Belin, a washed-up TV host, and Simone, a woman just released from prison, in a seedy bar. Over one night of drinking and confidences, the two characters end up opening up to each other, before a rough awakening and a difficult reunion the next morning.

Written by Josiane Balasko, this cult piece of French comic theater is brought to the stage by three actors who bring to life the colorful characters of this unlikely encounter. The original text, known for its mix of tenderness and bite, keeps all its comic force in this new staging, full of farcical situations and witty dialogue.

Presented at the Comédie Le Mans over several consecutive evenings, from November 3 to 8, 2026, the play is aimed at family audiences ages 12 and up and already has a 10/10 rating from 229 reviews. Running time 1 hr 15 min, the show is touring several French cities, including Rennes, Metz and Clermont-Ferrand.

This revival lets a new audience discover or rediscover this classic of popular comedy, in the intimate setting of the Le Mans theater. Exact dates for each performance between November 3 and 8 are still to be confirmed directly with the box office.