 Léonce the actor began to get himself noticed by his performances, especially when he started acting at the Vaudeville theatre in the beginning of 1903, notably playing the leading role in the play "Ruy Blas".In 1905, Léonce signed a new contract with the Odéon, working first under the director Abel Tarride, then André Antoine.He continued to tour in the theatres of Paris, the provinces of France, and sometimes Europe; however, he had severe financial difficulties during this period since he was rarely given the leading role.