Chantal Poullain (born 17 August 1956 in Marseille) is a French-Czech actress, chanson singer and founder of the Archa Chantal Foundation. She moved to Czechoslovakia in 1982 for love - following actor Bolek Polívka - and never left, building a career across theatre, film and television. She is best known for the legendary stage and screen production Šašek a královna (The Jester and the Queen) and for her chanson recitals with saxophonist Štěpán Markovič's trio. In 2023 the French president awarded her the Légion d'honneur for her contribution to Czech-French cultural ties.
Czech Radio Central Bohemia published an interview with Chantal Poullain, in which the actress talks about planned concerts and new books.
Chantal Poullain played the role of queen for the second time at the Pálava Vintage Festival in Mikulov.
Chantal Poullain performed at the Ašské jaro 2025 festival.
Chantal Poullain performed a chanson recital with Štepán Markovič's trio at the Panský dům in Chocni.
French President Emmanuel Macron awarded Chantal Poullain the Legion of Honour; the insignia was presented to her by Ambassador Alexis Dutertre at the French Embassy in Prague.
A popular talk show hosted by Honza Dědek will perform at Kozel Castle courtyard with invited guests.
French singer Chantal Poullain presents her original works and classic French chansons with the jazz trio of Czech saxophonist Štěpán Markovič.
