La Valise

A hilarious and moving one-woman show: Sophie Forte's rather comical family story. Five years ago, upon the death of her uncle André, Sophie inherited an old suitcase. Inside, hundreds of photos of her entire family, from her Italian great-grandparents to her daughters. Through the affectionate gaze she casts upon them, each character comes to life before our eyes: a father who suddenly became famous without ever leaving his sofa, a sprightly mother with unwavering enthusiasm, an aunt with a cracked voice and multiple blow-dries, a dangerous Neapolitan grandad, a joyful uncle with an unexpected destiny, Gerry, the eternal dog… Incongruous, hilarious, tragic or moving stories... Or all at once!

Author: Sophie Forte

Director: Virginie Lemoine, Frédéric Patto

Cast: Sophie Forte

Duration: 75 min

Press excerpts:

"Through words and savoury anecdotes, she turns her life into a burlesque comedy. From pantomimes to minauderies, from grimaces to priceless expressions, Sophie Forte has lost none of her style, her wit. The audience, in stitches, lets themselves be seduced without moderation!" L'OEIL D'OLIVIER

"An incredible actress and writer, we laugh out loud." Mesinfos

« A funny, very family-oriented one-woman show…  » Vaucluse

« A transgenerational show!  » French Morning

It's singular, picturesque, joyful and lively, infinitely lively. Burlesque in its purest form. Tatouvu

With this one-woman show, by turns hilarious, moving and profoundly authentic, the artist delivers a vibrant tribute to her family. A true acting performance, brilliantly oscillating between comedy and emotion. Carré Or

A tonic, absolutely hilarious show, not to be missed under any circumstances! Spectacle selection

In this funny and tender show, Sophie Forte has a gift for recounting daily joys without fear of self-deprecation. Le Figaro

A gifted show-woman, incisive writer and breathtaking chameleon. Théâtral Magazine