L'illustre Olympie, ou Le St Alexis: Tragedie

Set against the marble grandeur of Imperial Rome, this early‑modern tragedy opens with a petition from a humble but devoted servant to a noble lady, offering a play that extols virtue and love. The prologue frames the story as a tribute to a generous patron, hinting at the intertwining of personal devotion and political duty. From the first lines, the audience is drawn into a world where honor, ambition, and the desire for moral excellence clash.

The central drama follows the young senator’s son, Saint Alexis, whose future is bargained by his father Euphemien to secure a marriage with Olympie, the courageous daughter of a fallen general. Emperor Honorius, caught between gratitude to the family and his own imperial ambitions, watches the budding affection grow amidst court intrigue and looming threats. As alliances shift and secrets surface, the characters must confront whether personal loyalty can survive the relentless demands of power.