Almost all regions are rich in legends, but unfortunately they have often been lost. In La Gruyere, between 1850 and 1950, certain scholars (Mario Alexandre Bovet, l'Abbé Genoud, Clément Fontaine,....) had the good sense to write them down - a real treasure trove for the storyteller that I am.
When recounting these tales, that I have been driven to learn by heart, I try to give them the original truculence associated with telling, not reading, a story.
Born into a farming family, 9 March 1955 at Botterens
Took over the farm after studies at the Grangeneuve School of Agriculture, Devouring passion for reading history (historical novels).
1976: first theatrical experience
1981: first show with a group of storytellers created for the occasion (Les Clandestins)
1995: growing interest in legends and first solo show. Give up the farm.
2002: joined the Gruyeres Castle entertainment team (half-time). Take up the family farm again (15 acres) with ewes for milk - cheese-making (a childhood dream).
2005: first professional experience of the theatre with the founding of the Blue Herons troupe and the production of a play by the American David Mamet: Variations sur le Canard with Yves Loutand of Fribourg. Open air presentation of the La Gruyere legends on the path between Echarlens and Vuippens
