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Duolingo French Podcast

La comédienne de balcon (The Balcony Performer) - Revisited

Jan 23, 2024
Explore Marie D'Nétis' determination to continue sharing her art during the COVID-19 pandemic. Follow Marie's theatrical journey from nervousness to balcony performances. Encounter unexpected situations and growing expectations during street performances. Discover how Marie became a balcony performer, bringing joy to people's lives. Learn about Marie's role as a voice actor and how to engage with the Duolingo platform.
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  • Marie and her troupe staged performances on her balcony and in the square below, bringing joy to people during the pandemic while adhering to lockdown restrictions.
  • Marie's passion for acting started in high school and she eventually left university to join an acting school in Paris, building her career through auditions and performances at small theaters.

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Marie's Determination to Continue Acting during Lockdown

Marie D'Nétis, an aspiring actress and director in Paris, faced disappointment when theaters were shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this setback, Marie was determined to find a way to continue sharing her art. Inspired by scenes featuring balconies in plays like Romeo and Juliet, Marie and her troupe started staging performances on her balcony and in the square below. They attracted a small but engaged audience, bringing joy to people during the pandemic while adhering to lockdown restrictions.

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