Mademoiselle de la Seiglière Comédie en quatre actes, en prose

Set in the elegant yet bustling salon of a Poitou château in 1817, the play opens with the clever valet Jasmin trying to keep a mysterious young guest out of the Marquis’s way while the household prepares a leisurely lunch. The scene brims with quick‑witted banter as servants and nobles alike discuss hunting plans, a nearby monument, and the ever‑present intrigue of who will appear at the door next. Amid the clinking of glasses and the rustle of lace, the Marquis’s spirited daughter Hélène hints at a lingering illness, while the absent Baroness of Vaubert is expected to arrive, promising further complications.

As the first act unfolds, the audience witnesses a charming clash of social ranks: the aristocrat’s casual authority meets Jasmin’s sly maneuvering, and the young stranger’s quiet determination adds a layer of suspense. The dialogue, rich with period humor and subtle flirtations, sets the stage for a lively comedy of manners that will keep listeners eager for the next encounter.