The Fishbowl by Jean-Pierre Martinez
The Fishbowl is a contemporary comedy by Jean-Pierre Martinez for 4 characters, (2 men and 2 women).
Leaving your apartment keys with a friend during August so they can feed your goldfish – that’s nothing unusual. But when that friend is a bit eccentric, and everyone has secrets to hide, it can quickly lead to a cascade of unexpected twists and turns. Especially when Wallonia decides to declare its independence on that very day…
Original title in French: Le Bocal
Translation by Jean-Pierre Martinez
Cast: 2 men and 2 women
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Play published in November 2011
Play premiered in Eygalières, Multipurpose Hall, on September 8, 2012
The Fishbowl, the song
English version
French version
Spanish version
Lyrics and music: Jean-Pierre Martinez
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