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Presented by the Alexis Gruss Company (LIC. 2-1122719) THE GRUSS FOLIES 2024-2025 Fancy an immersion in the creation of an Alexis Gruss Company show? Did you enjoy the 50th production? A new chapter opens under the big top as the Alexis Gruss Company returns to Paris with a brand new show! Exploring the world of musical comedy even further with 100% original music, the artists of the Gruss Family pay a moving tribute to Alexis Gruss, the company's founder and renowned equestrian master, who passed away in 2024. Gathered around Stephan Gruss, artistic director, the artists brainstorm the new creation… But how exactly is a Gruss show created? All the artists embark on a theatrical adventure, where each embodies a key character, singing and dancing, making every moment a vibrant and unique scene. Acrobats, musicians, equestrians, tightrope walkers, jugglers, singers, and actors—all in one spectacular show! This new creation naturally showcases the magnificent cavalcade of 50 horses through exceptional scenes and a diverse musical palette that highlights each breed and its history. The entire repertoire of circus performers will also be honored by members of the family in a completely revamped set design! A unique show where the Company's repertoire reveals its full power, beauty, and singularity. We finally discover what goes on behind the scenes and learn the secrets of its creation! Experience the Folies Gruss in three key moments: The pre-show: enjoy lunch or dinner before the show and take in artistic and musical performances! The show: discover the 51st Folies Gruss creation, a grand equestrian, aerial, and circus spectacle, unique in Europe! The after-show: a photo, an autograph, a chat? Extend this friendly experience with the artists! Artistic Direction: Stephan Gruss; Singer: Margot Soriat; Musical Compositions: Sylvain Rolland, Massimo Murgia, Julien Teissier, Cyril Moret, Margot Soriat; Co-Direction: Grégory Antoine and Stephan Gruss; Lighting and Set Design: Grégory Antoine; Costumes: Sylvain Rigault; The Artists: Gipsy Gruss, Stephan Gruss, Firmin Gruss, Maud Florees, Charles Gruss, Alexandre Gruss, Jeanne Gruss, Svetlana Gruss, Olivia Gruss, Célestine Gruss, Gloria Florees, Venecia Florees, Pauline Shiny; The Musicians: Sylvain Rolland, Julien Teissier, Nicolas Sausseau, Pascal Balzano, Cyril Moret, Massimo Murgia, Christophe Gonnet, Ivan Kabok; Reception and refreshments: 7:00 PM; Show: 9:00 PM (Duration 1 hour 30 minutes) After show: 11:00 PM Reception and catering: 12:30 PM Show: 3:00 PM (Duration 1 hour 30 minutes) Catering reservation not necessary. Compliance with health guidelines. Numbered seating, escorted by our hostesses in the chosen category. Reservations for people with reduced mobility only by telephone - +33 1 45 01 71 26. Address of Folies Gruss in Paris: Carrefour des Cascades, 75016 PARIS. Access: BY CAR: Outer ring road: Exit at Porte de Passy and follow the signs. Inner ring road. Exit at Porte d'Auteuil and follow the signs. BY METRO: Line 10: Porte d'Auteuil – Exit 2 Hippodrome d'Auteuil; Line 9: Ranelagh + 15-minute walk to the big top. BY BUS: PC1-32: Stop at Porte de Passy; Bus 70: Stop at Porte de Passy; Vélib' station nearby. SHUTTLE: Departure from Metro Line 10, Porte d'Auteuil; Exit 2: Hippodrome d'Auteuil