“Soie” by the French Theater Project

The French Theater Project brings the play Soie to Boston. Soie tells the story of Hervé Joncour, who undertakes four trips to Japan to purchase silkworm eggs during the 1860s. His life changes drastically as he falls madly in love with a beautiful stranger there. Soie speaks of impossible loves, sensuality, obsession, and happiness.

This production, performed by Sylvie Dorliat, is an adaptation of the famous Italian novel Seta written by Alessandro Baricco and published in 1996.

Performed in French with English captions, suitable for ages 14+.

Program

• Friday, May 1, at 7:30PM

• Saturday, May 2, at 7:30PM

• Sunday, May 3, at 2:00PM

Venue: The Mosesian Center for the Arts (321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472)