(le)Pain

Jean Daniel Broussé (JD), the only son of a fourth-generation French baker, will not be following in his ancestors’ footsteps. Having studied Medieval History, Modern Literature and Circus Arts, JD steps away from baking bread, patisserie and cakes.  

After four generations, the family bakery is sold. After four generations, the boulangerie story ends here. 

(le)Pain is about breadmaking, identity, physical heroics and growing up queer in a boulangerie in the south of France. It incorporates circus, dance, storytelling, Béarnaise folklore video, karaoke and laughter. 

Partners: Warwick Arts Centre, Shoreditch Town Hall 

Funders: Arts Council England Lottery Funded, Jerwood Circus Residencies 

Suitable for ages 14+