This event is in the past.It took place on March 23, 2026 at Sidney Bechet Cultural Center.
Literature Talk
Literature TalkStep into the scandalous world of 19th-century Parisian nightlife, where actresses and courtesans blurred the lines between stage and seduction. This talk unravels how performers like Sarah Bernhardt and La Goulue wielded influence through art and intrigue.
Local history talk
19th century Paris
Intimate cultural venue
Weekend afternoon
Tips
🎭features Sarah Bernhardt, La Goulue, Hortense Schneider
📚part of a series on influential women in history
🎬venue also has cinemas — plan a double feature
Conférence : Les courtisanes, femmes de spectacles
Literature TalkLiterature TalkStep into the scandalous world of 19th-century Parisian nightlife, where actresses and courtesans blurred the lines between stage and seduction. This talk unravels how performers like Sarah Bernhardt and La Goulue wielded influence through art and intrigue.
Local history talk
19th century Paris
Intimate cultural venue
Weekend afternoon
Tips
🎭features Sarah Bernhardt, La Goulue, Hortense Schneider
📚part of a series on influential women in history
🎬venue also has cinemas — plan a double feature
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