Written by David Hirson, La B?te is a story inspired by legendary playwright, Moliere. Impressively written in iambic pentameter, the story centers around a theatrical rivalry between Elomire, a royal-court sponsored theatre troupe and Valere, a scrappy street entertainer. Set in 17th century France, this comedic play explores the themes of theatricality, ego, and the ins and outs of being in a theatre troupe. The play has featured various A-list actors in it's productions, including Alan Cumming, Jeremy Northam, Timothy Walker and Simon Treves. As the winner of a Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, the play is a popular choice for various regional theatre groups across the globe. Theater goers everywhere seek La B?te tickets for an entertaining and thought-provoking night in the theater.