La méchante femme mise à la raison Comédie

A lively comedy opens in the bustling streets of Padua, where a boisterous tavern scene introduces a rag‑tag cast of servants, a swaggering nobleman, and the ever‑scheming master‑of‑ceremonies, Christophe Sly. Amid the clamor, we meet the proud and fiercely independent Catherine, whose sharp tongue and fiery spirit set the stage for a battle of wits. Across town, her younger sister Bianca becomes the object of a zealous courtier’s affection, prompting a pair of clever youths to exchange identities in order to win her hand.

The two storylines intertwine as the swaggering suitor Petruchio arrives, determined to “tame” Catherine through a series of outrageous challenges and playful cruelty. Their verbal duels sparkle with humor, while the disguised lovers’ ploys add a mischievous layer of intrigue. With witty banter, rapid misunderstandings, and a cast that revels in theatrical trickery, the first act promises a spirited, farcical ride that keeps listeners eagerly awaiting how the tangled schemes will resolve.