Florence Foresti lets loose on stage at La Cigale in Paris, performing with total confidence. She brings to life a gallery of sharp and hilarious characters. Drawing on the trivialities of everyday life, the comedian exposes human flaws and turns them into sparkling, unexpected situations. From waking up next to a stranger after a Saturday night out, to a compulsive liar bragging about a fake love story, and a hysterical actress, she wraps up her show by taking aim at a plastic pop idol. The immaturity of men and the frivolity of women are among her favorite themes.
Acting
Foresti's physical transformation between characters is genuinely astonishing.
Direction
Khalfon keeps camera intimate without killing live energy.
Director
Serge Khalfon
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
La Cigale is a legendary Paris venue; selling it out solo cemented Foresti's status as France's comedy superstar.
Foresti pioneered the 'stand-up as character showcase' format in French comedy, influencing a generation of performers.
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