The Versailles theatre festival, the Mois Molière, begins this year with a highly anticipated production. On May 30 and 31, 2026, the courtyard of the Grande Écurie will host Louison et Monsieur Molière, directed by Axelle Masliah and adapted from the novel by Marie-Christine Helgerson. A historical setting that perfectly suits this story rooted in the Grand Siècle.
A child, a theatrical genius, and a life-changing legacy
The story is inspired by true events. Louison Beauval was ten years old when her parents, actors from Lyon, were recruited by Louis XIV to join the troupe at the Palais Royal—Molière's troupe. From this encounter between a young girl searching for her place and the greatest playwright of his time, a bond of rare intensity was born, one of mentorship and the other of emancipation. Molière would write the character of Louison for her in what would be his final play, The Imaginary Invalid. But the adult world proved merciless: the sudden death of her mentor and the injustices she endured forged her determination, leading to her joining the Comédie-Française ten years later, once again alongside her parents.
A show to open the festival; bookings should be made in advance.
Performed outdoors in the courtyard of the Great Stables, the play benefits from an architectural setting perfectly reflecting the era it evokes. It officially inaugurates the program for the 2026 Molière Month, a festival renowned for offering affordable, or even free, performances. Reservations open on May 20th—it's best not to wait, as tickets traditionally sell out very quickly for performances at this Versailles event.
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