La Samaritaine, évangile en trois tableaux, en vers

Name: La Samaritaine, évangile en trois tableaux, en vers
Author: Edmond Rostand

By Edmond Rostand

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A poetic three-tableau drama stages a sacred encounter at an ancient well in which an itinerant spiritual teacher converses with a Samaritan woman, sparking private revelation and public stir. Phantom patriarchs and a chorus of townspeople frame the meeting, creating a blend of supernatural expectation and communal debate over religious authority. Through lyrical speeches, ritual gestures, and musical underscoring the work traces the woman's inward transformation and the ripple effects on her city, examining themes of faith, reconciliation across communal divides, and the tension between personal experience and institutional religion.

About the Author

Edmond Rostand

Edmond Rostand was a French playwright and poet, best known for his romantic and heroic themes. His most celebrated work, "Cyrano de Bergerac," is a classic of French literature, blending wit, passion, and a deep exploration of love and identity. Rostand's plays often feature larger-than-life characters and poetic dialogue, reflecting the ideals of the Belle Époque. In addition to "Cyrano de Bergerac," he wrote notable works such as "Chantecler" and "L'Aiglon," which showcase his talent for combining humor with profound emotional depth. His contributions to the theater have left a lasting impact on French drama and continue to be performed worldwide.