Thierry Surace
Théâtre de la Cité: The Little Theatre that Could…and Would
While no one was looking, Nice’s most popular theatre just pulled an extraordinary stunt, seeking to shake people awake from the malaise that...
NATJA IGNEY28 September, 2021
French Independent Theatres: Between Frustration, Anger, and Hope
Thierry Surace, director of the popular Théâtre de la Cité in Nice, talks about the dramatic impact - in the short and long...
NATJA IGNEY12 June, 2020
Cie. Miranda’s Cyrano de Bergerac: A Silent Movie on a Stage
Think the most-performed play in French theatre history cannot possibly be reinterpreted? Théâtre de la Cité director Thierry Surace and his resident company...
NATJA IGNEY20 November, 2019
Théâtre de la Cité: “Racists Won’t Stop our Commitment to A Multicultural Society”
While Black French humorist Donel Jack’sman deflects a vile insult from a spectator in mid-show with grace, the depth of racism running rampant...
NATJA IGNEY3 January, 2019
Unveiled: The 2016/17 Theatre Season on the French Riviera
The three regional flagship theatres present very different programmes, but all share a general theme of lightening the sombre mood.
NATJA IGNEY21 June, 2016
Théâtre de la Cité: XXS Budget, XXL Entertainment
‘Tis the season to present the new theatrical programme. The one that Thierry Surace has cooked up is quite a treat.
NATJA IGNEY5 October, 2015
L’Autre Galilée: Yes, Science and Theatre Do Go Together!
It’s quite early in the season, and the Théâtre de la Cité in Nice is already pulling a first ace from its sleeve.
NATJA IGNEY4 October, 2015
What Happens When Molière and Clowns Invade Roquebrune-Cap Martin?
You have seen every possible version of French stage classics? No – unless you have seen Société Miranda’s Dom Juan.
NATJA IGNEY25 July, 2015
Odyssey Burlesque: A Ulysses to Cry For at the Théâtre de la Cité
A play that fearlessly mixes ancient literary heritage with contemporary cabaret? A travelogue, a dream, a love story? – A success!
NATJA IGNEY21 November, 2014
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