Hortense Belhôte – 1664

With Hortense Belhôte, history is put through the mill of erudition tinged with humour and pop culture. Here: the year 1664, or the birth of a famous beer as well as a new order.

In this exhilarating lecture, the actress and art historian examines the year 1664 as a pivotal moment: the founding of the Kronenbourg brewery in Strasbourg, the establishment of the Compagnie des Indes by Colbert, and, above all, the emergence of a new balance of power. From the arrest of Nicolas Fouquet to the splendour of the young Sun King, she sheds light on a shift whose legacy we still feel today. Projected images, anecdotes and music combine to create a biting journey that challenges the official narratives and restores the Baroque era to its full vitality.

Practical information:
Duration: 1 hour.
Booking strongly recommended, either online or at the Quartz box office.