About Bernadette, The Musical

Unshakable Innocence and Defiant Grace Through Ridicule and Condemnation

Bernadette, The Musical tells the true story of Bernadette Soubirous, the 14-year-old daughter of a miller from Massabielle living in 19th Century Lourdes, in the South of France.  During the winter of 1844, Bernadette returned from a grotto on the riverbank claiming to have seen a vision of a “something white in the shape of a lady.,” leaving her with feelings of peace, serenity and love. The Musical focuses on the few weeks that followed this event, and how the teenager, experiencing another 16 visions, stood firm against doubt, ridicule, and condemnation. She faced pressure from adults, police, religious authorities—even her own parents—with courage, simplicity, and the quiet certainty of someone who says, “I don’t know how to explain it, but I know what I saw.” The musical also highlights Bernadette’s remarkable personality: innocent yet sharp, gifted with an extraordinary sense of humor.

“The musical combines powerful storytelling, a moving score, and cinematic staging to bring Bernadette’s extraordinary journey vividly to life,” said director Serge Denoncourt. “This show is a true work of art, crafted for anyone who loves powerful music, thrilling performances, and the magic of live theater. More than just entertainment, it invites audiences to experience Bernadette’s courage firsthand and wrestle with the timeless power of her simple, profound message: ‘I was asked to tell you, not to convince you.’”

Creative Team

  • Grégoire Bernadette The Musical Composer

    Grégoire

    Composer, Original Lyricist

    In 2009, he received the prestigious Diamond Disk for his album "Toi + Moi." He is also the composer of Thérèse, a heartfelt adaptation of the poems of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, sung by Natasha Saint-Pierre, a double platinum artist.

  • Serge Denoncourt Author & Director

    Serge Denoncourt

    Author & Director

    Over 150 productions, having worked across continents in opera, musicals, and theater. His repertoire includes directing L'homme aux mille visages in Paris, Cirque du Soleil's Believe in Las Vegas, and GRUBB in Belgrade. Denoncourt is the mastermind behind the acclaimed musical Bernadette de Lourdes, and is currently developing Normandy Memory, an ambitious new show set to debut in 2026.

  • Scott Price Musical Arranger

    Scott Price

    Musical Arranger

    Well-known keyboardist, composer, and artistic director. He has worked with iconic artists such as Charles Aznavour and Céline Dion. Since 2015, Scott has served as Céline Dion's musical director. He also arranges the music for Bernadette, The Musical.

  • Patrice Guirao, lyricist and author

    Patrice Guirao

    Original Lyricist & Author

    Patrice co-wrote the lyrics for Les Dix Commandements, Le Roi Soleil, Cléopâtre, and Mozart, l'Opéra Rock. In 2013, he co-wrote the script and lyrics for Robin des Bois, and in 2016, for Les Trois Mousquetaires. He has also written for Johnny Hallyday, Florent Pagny, Victor Lazlo, Pascal Obispo, Jane Birkin, and Mireille Matthieu.

  • Barry Blue, Lyricist

    Barry Blue

    Lyricist (English version)

    Wrote 45 hit songs and sold over 30 million records. Penned lyrics for legendary artists such as Diana Ross, Céline Dion, Pixie Lott, Sandie Shaw, and Patricia Kaas.

  • Lionel Florence, lyricist and author

    Lionel Florence

    Original Lyricist & Author

    Lionel has written for Florent Pagny, Michel Delpech, David and Johnny Hallyday, Patricia Kaas, Alain Chamfort, Calogero, Christophe Maé, and notably Pascal Obispo. He played a key role in the success of Les Dix Commandements, Le Roi Soleil, and Cléopâtre. In 2013, he co-wrote the script and lyrics for Robin des Bois, and in 2016, for Les Trois Mousquetaires.

Producers

  • Kelsey Grammer, Producer

    Kelsey Grammer

    Lead Producer

    TV: Fraiser, Boss, Hank, etc.
    Broadway: The Color Purple
    Recently starred in Jesus Revolution (2023)

    Kelsey Grammer is a multi-award winner actor, producer and director, with 5 Emmy, 3 Golden Globe awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Deeply touched by the steadfastness of the young Bernadette in the French production and conscious of the potential of the music of Gregoire, he embarked on the production adventure.

  • Pierre Ferragu, lead producer

    Pierre Ferragu

    Lead Producer

    Leading independent financial analyst on Wall Street, and a French-American citizen, Pierre Ferragu fell in love with the French production of Bernadette, The Musical. He drove the effort to adapt the play to English and to the Broadway style, and to bring it on tour across North-America.