Polar Youth Fair: Fears and Thrills – Musical Reading: The Unloved to Saint-symphorien

Le 02/06/2026

Languages spoken

Les mal-aimés is a literary and musical journey into the little-known history of the penal colonies for children and teenagers that existed in France until the mid-20th century.

Set to original compositions by Thierry Bourse and excerpts from two novels by Jean-Christophe Tixier, *Traqués sur la Lande* and *Les mal-aimés*, this musical reading gives voice to these young convicts.

Les mal-aimés is a powerful testimony ensuring we do not forget these shattered lives, and continuing to challenge our views on childhood and justice.

In partnership with ALCA

Voice and piano – 45 minutes

Accessible to people with reduced mobility