Nîmes: “Les Belles-Mères” Play – New Year’s Eve Event

## “Les Belles-Mères” to Debut in Nîmes, France, Offering Comedic Look at family Dynamics

Nîmes, France – December 31, 2025 – A playful comedy exploring family dynamics and cultural clashes, “Les Belles-Mères,” will debut at the Auditorium of the Novotel Atria hotel on Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. The production promises a lighthearted yet thoughtful look at the complexities of modern relationships.

A Satirical Look at Family Ties

The play centers on two families with differing values whose lives become intertwined through planned marriages.

• “Les Belles-Mères” features two families navigating the challenges of arranged marriages.
• the play,produced in 2024,playfully satirizes common stereotypes.
• Actress Sara Perrin enjoys the freedom to improvise within the established script.
• This marks the frist performance of the play in Nîmes.

The story revolves around Faustine Boullac de la Coulandière’s desire to see her son,Louis-Édouard,marry Eglantine,while Djamila Bouhamza has arranged a marriage for her daughter,Fatima,with another prospective partner. This setup creates a humorous and potentially contentious situation, ripe for comedic exploration.

Created by Jérôme Pacatte and first produced in 2024, the play is known for its ability to poke fun at societal clichés. A producer from Nice relocated to Paris before assembling a team primarily based around Toulouse to bring the production to life in the south of France. The play has become a frequent fixture on stages throughout the region.

Did you know?– Jérôme Pacatte’s “Les Belles-Mères” premiered in 2024 and has since gained popularity throughout the south of France, known for its relatable characters and comedic timing.

“We have had the pleasure of playing together for all this time. We allow ourselves certain liberties so that each time the piece is different.It is always very well received by the public, and we are carried by their laughter,” shared actress Sara Perrin, who portrays both Maria the cleaning lady and Jamila. Perrin clearly relishes the opportunity to bring these characters to life.

What makes this play different? It tackles a sensitive subject-interfamily relationships and cultural differences-with a surprising amount of tenderness,allowing audiences to see themselves and potentially bridge divides.

“It is a sensitive subject that the play deals with today and which could create controversy. But in reality, it is done with enormous tenderness, everyone can recognize themselves and take a step towards the other,” perrin continued.While the subject matter could spark debate, the production aims to foster understanding and empathy. This will be the first time “Les Belles-Mères” is performed in Nîmes, and the team anticipates a warm reception. The play is scheduled to conclude its run in a few months to allow for the growth of new works, with plans for a return engagement the following season.

Pro tip– The production team encourages audiences to come prepared for a night of laughter and reflection, as the play explores global themes of family, love, and cultural understanding.