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This musical comedy, winner of 6 Tony Awards, which conquered Broadway and was seen by millions of spectators worldwide, is coming to France!<p> A musical show that addresses with accuracy and sensitivity themes that have become crucial: adolescent malaise, social anxiety, isolation and the impact of social networks on young people.</p><p> The multi-award-winning play by Evan Hansen, which has appeared on Broadway and in London, will be at the Théâtre de la Madeleine.</p><p> The main character, 17-year-old high school student Evan Hansen, finds himself at the center of a drama that suddenly exposes him to the gaze of others, raising a universal question: how far can one go to be seen, loved, recognized?</p><p> Driven by poignant songs written by songwriters and producers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, known for their Oscar, Grammy and Tony Award-winning work on La La Land and The Greatest Showman, the show benefits from a French adaptation of the lyrics, notably by Hoshi.</p><p> The performers will be accompanied on stage by a live orchestra.</p><p> In January 2024, Olivier Solivérès directed the cult film "Dead Poets Society" at the Théâtre Antoine with Stéphane Freiss, a show nominated six times for the Molières, and for which he won the Molière Award for directing in 2024.<br><br> Directed and adapted by Olivier Solivéres<br> Lyrics: Hoshi<br> Frédéric Strouck and David Sauvage<br> Assistant Director: Pierre Marazin<br> Cast: Kevin Barnachea, Fanny Chelim, Armonie Coiffard, Antoine Galey, Antoine Le Provost, Michel Lerousseau, Lou Nagy, Sandrine Seubille.<br><br> Musicians: Mika Apamian, Lucas Froget-Legendre, Simon Lehuraux, Léa Rulh<br> Lighting: Dimitri Vassiliu<br> Set design: Sébastien Mizermont<br> Musical direction: Léa Rulh<br> Vocal coaching: Camille Favre-Bulle<br> Sound designer: Jules Moreau</p>