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This is a story of love that has lasted for 50 years! Marie-Reine and Arnold have journeyed through the ages and time together. Their long path is filled with adventures, tenderness, nostalgia, and the everyday realities that come with life. They represent the grandparents in all of us. However, Marie-Reine's memory is fading. What remains of her? Of him? What remains of them when thoughts and time begin to fade away?

“Bringing the heart to the surface”

There is a desire to speak about those who are often forgotten over time, who are sidelined because they are too difficult to manage, misunderstood, and neglected because they no longer fit the “rhythm” of youth and society. These individuals become invisible and live in solitude, hidden from view. The narrative also addresses Alzheimer's disease, which creates solitude for both the patient and the caregiver, represented by Arnold. What resonates is their ability to be present, and the love they share despite the loss of memory. The aim is to offer a different perspective on aging, challenging societal categorization. It raises questions about the place afforded to these individuals without consulting them. The intention is to discuss this illness openly, highlighting both its beauty and its hardships.

Ultimately, what Marie-Reine and Arnold can instill in the audience is a "mirror effect" on their own lives, allowing everyone to accept their own journey into aging.

“The Flight” is a creation that delves into the intimate. Lorette has witnessed each stage of this illness claiming her great-grandmother.

It became clear to her that she needed to address this experience within her company. She partnered with Geoffrey, her co-actor portraying Arnold, to closely approach reality. They engaged with various organizations caring for elderly individuals, both those with the disease and those living independently despite it. Through these encounters, there arose a need to share insights with younger generations and healthcare professionals, allowing for the exchange and “confrontation” of differing viewpoints. This effort led the company to connect with the cultural directorate of Lille University, where they met Jean-Baptiste Beuscart, a university professor in gerontology, and Christine Moroni, a university professor specializing in adult neuropsychology. They facilitated participation in Memory Week in September 2023, culminating in an evening of “debate and theater” to address the vulnerability of the elderly and Alzheimer’s disease.

This project will lead to a creative residency from November 19 to 22, 2024.