Short-Term Visitor Stéphane Braunschweig Discusses State of French Theater and the Power of the Classics at Princeton  

April 7, 2026
Photo courtesy of the Department of French and Italian

In early February, the Department of French and Italian welcomed renowned French director Stéphane Braunschweig as a Short-Term Fellow, for what Professor Florent Masse described as “a most productive, most exciting visit.”

Over the course of a week, Braunschweig’s presence fostered a deep immersion into contemporary theater-making and its classical roots. He addressed “Public Theater in Crisis” and the future of the arts in France during a public conversation, explored the persistence of classical theater works during a public talk, and worked closely with students in FRE 311 / THR 312: Advanced French Theater Workshop, where he attended classes, led rehearsals, and offered feedback to the students.

Braunschweig’s visit is part of a broader collaboration between the Department of French and Italian and the Princeton Humanities Council, which has brought leading French theater artists to campus through its fellowship programs. 

Read the full story on the Department of French and Italian website.

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