Our review of A Brilliant Idea: Modern Feydeau

Arnaud is worried, his companion Marion still seems under the spell of Thomas, the real estate agent who has just estimated the price of their house. The danger is all the greater since they have been together for seven years and, as everyone knows, that year marks a turning point within a couple. Arnaud then imagines a scheme to eliminate the possible rival. Sébastien Castro, who completed the Theater Fontaine with his previous comedy, I want you, should experience further success. On display for a few days only, A great idea is already full at the Michel Theater.

A cascade of misunderstandings

Arnaud’s idea is of course not so great. He is still unaware that Thomas has a look-alike whose appearance leads to a cascade of comical misunderstandings. And he is not at the end of his surprises. This vaudeville of today worthy of a good Feydeau is brilliant in that Sébastien Castro has chosen to play several roles under the direction of José Paul, who plays Arnaud himself. Until wet…