Running for his life.

French theatremaker and writer Édouard Louis, known for his autobiographical novels, discusses how theatre saved his life and provided him with an escape from a violent childhood and a working-class background. His debut novel, The End of Eddy, catapulted him into the public conversation in France and was translated into over 20 languages. Louis's latest novel, Change, explores his transformation and the possibility of change. He has adapted each of his novels for the stage, including his upcoming Australian debut at the Adelaide Festival. Through his work, Louis aims to use personal stories to shed light on collective experiences and challenge mainstream discourse. [Extracted from the article]