From May 4th to 16th, 2025, the Alliance Française de Banjul is proud to host the Compagnie Troll for an artistic residency. Founded by Richard Petitsigne, an actor, storyteller, and artistic director, this company has been developing a unique approach to storytelling and oral traditions since 2005. Joined by Fabian Grégoire, an author and illustrator of children’s books, the duo offers performances where storytelling is combined with live illustration.
The Compagnie Troll specializes in creating immersive performances that combine storytelling, illustration, and stage performance. Among their productions, the Illustrated Tales feature stories told and illustrated live, while the Long-Haired Tales revisit traditional and contemporary narratives. Additionally, the Reading-Painting performance creates a dialogue between reading excerpts from novels and live painting creation.
In addition to the performances, the residency will include artistic creation workshops. These workshops will offer participants an opportunity to explore illustration and painting, as well as to engage in the artistic creation process. The residency will feature nine performances, presented at various partner venues, along with six open workshops, providing an immersive and participatory experience for all attendees.
This residency offers a unique opportunity to experience the richness of live storytelling and illustration, while participating in an interactive and immersive artistic journey. The Compagnie Troll invites the public to dive into a world where storytelling blends seamlessly with visual art, creating an unforgettable experience.
For more details about Compagnie Troll and their projects, visit their website: www.trolletpetitsigne.com.