What was Le Monocle in 1920s Paris?

Le Monocle was a famed lesbian club in 1920s Paris, established by Lulu de Montparnasse, offering a rare haven for women to live and love freely.

Who visited Le Monocle, the Parisian lesbian club?

Notable visitors to Le Monocle included Marlene Dietrich, and Edith Piaf's mother performed in the cabaret.

What is the new dance show about?

A new dance show by Rendez-Vous Dance explores the history of Le Monocle, the 1920s Parisian lesbian club, celebrating its secret Sapphic story and sense of community.

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Le Monocle: A Sapphic Haven in Jazz-Age Paris

12 Feb

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Summary

The 1920s Parisian club Le Monocle offered a rare sanctuary for lesbians.
Marlene Dietrich visited the club; Edith Piaf's mother performed there.
A recent dance show brought this hidden Sapphic history to life.

Le Monocle: A Sapphic Haven in Jazz-Age Paris

In 1920s Paris, Le Monocle, established by Lulu de Montparnasse, served as a discreet yet celebrated lesbian club. This establishment was a sanctuary, attracting notable figures like Marlene Dietrich and featuring performances by Edith Piaf's mother.

The club's atmosphere was one of rare freedom for lesbians to live and love. Rendez-Vous Dance's new production, "Rendez-Vous Dance's latest show, telling this secret Sapphic story", aims to bring this clandestine Sapphic narrative to the stage.