“1H20 of history and stories, by an inspired actor, fascinating!”

Immerse yourself in the incredible adventure of the Industrial Revolution, with its great men, formidable inventions and low blows.
Discover how the visionary Eiffel, emblem of progress, inventiveness and genius in the 19th century, was thrown to the French and proudly raised his head in the most unexpected of ways.

With passion and humor, plunge into 19th-century Paris!

LE FIGARO
Dressed in period costume, Alexandre Delimoges looks as if he’s stepped straight out of the 19th century. We’re amused, moved and learn a lot.

LE PARISIEN
An instructive play, supported by a dazzling performance. (…) You come away feeling as though you’ve just lived through the Industrial Revolution.

FRANCE 2, Michel Drucker
It highlights all the facets of Eiffel, his visionary genius, his controversial character, and above all his modernity.

TELERAMA
The story of a man inseparable from that of an era in the throes of change. Instructive and entertaining.

Awarded Best Author at the Avignon Festival at the time of its premiere.