Molière, one of the greatest comic playwrights of all time, wrote Don Juan in 1665, inspired by the famous story of the unscrupulous seducer. The play is a bold rebellion on multiple levels—it is neither comedy nor tragedy, freely moving between genres and breaking the strict rules of classical theater. Due to its provocative and disturbing theme, Molière was forced to cut some scenes after its stage premiere. 

The protagonist is a méchant homme—in the 17th-century lexicon, this means a true villain. He is a wealthy and influential aristocrat who abuses his status. Cynical and disloyal, he praises hypocrisy as a convenient mask that allows him to live recklessly without a shred of remorse.

In his production at the National Theatre in Niš, Bulgarian director Vasil Vassilev creates an engaging and vibrant modern interpretation of the classic play, exploring the inner strength of a person to achieve self-awareness, change, and growth.

In Serbian with Bulgarian and English surtitles.