
Self

In his show La formidable ascension sociale temporaire de G. Verstraeten (The Temporary Social Rise of G. Verstraeten), Guillermo Guiz, whose real name is Guy Verstraeten, reflects on his own journey and on what he sees as problematic in today's society. The main theme of his one-man show is gentrification and how to deal with it in relation to one's desire for social justice.

The first stand-up comedy special by Paul Taylor, an Englishman who lived for several years in France as a child and therefore performs his shows 50% in the English and 50% in the French language. Here, he talks about a squirrel conspiracy, the French greeting culture and why queuing might no have been invented by the French.

Actor Robert Vaughn takes on writer Dore Schary's acclaimed one-man play, "Sunrise at Campobello," bringing to life one of America's most beloved and influential presidents: Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Focusing primarily on the political figure's battle with polio, this made-for-TV movie reveals the humanity and grace of the man who led the country through some of its toughest times, including the Great Depression and World War II.

Every year, Tournon-sur-Rhône hosts the National Festival of Humorists. A festival that, over the years, has become a must-attend event for all lovers of humor. Some of the biggest names have graced its stage, including Laurent Gerra, Dany Boon, Stéphane Guillon, as well as Florence Foresti and Elodie Poux. This year, the Festival is celebrating its 35th anniversary. On this occasion, France 3 Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes invites you to experience this event from the inside and offers you a special look at the platform for young talents, also known as "bouffons."