French Cultural Center of Boston

G. Clara Kessous

Recipient of the State Diploma of Performing Arts among other acting awards, Guila Clara Kessous has acted, directed and produced performances in Paris, Avignon, New York and Boston. After completing an MBA in cultural business and a Master's degree in comparative dramatic literature, she focused her study on contemporary French literature, drama, and sacred texts under Professor T.J. Kline's mentorship at Boston University. She has taught at Boston University, Harvard University and at the French Library Alliance Française of Boston. Combining drama theory and practice, she has explored topics such as modern slavery (Director, "Hilda" by M. Ndiaye, sponsored by UNESCO); the meaning of "intellect" (Director, "Culture.com," a tribute to J. Malkovich); and God's culpability (Director, "The Trial of God," and "Once upon a time" by E. Wiesel).