Marie-Antoinette by the Malandain Ballet Biarritz - Royal Opera of Versailles

Location

Royal Opera of Versailles
4 avenue de Paris, 78000 Versailles
Capacity 750 seats

Duration

1 h 30 min

No intermission

Details

Dance

For all audiences

No dialogue

HIGHLIGHTS: MARIE-ANTOINETTE BY THE MALANDAIN BALLET BIARRITZ

On the prestigious stage of the Royal Opera of Versailles, the Malandain Ballet Biarritz invites us to rediscover the fascinating and tragic destiny of Marie-Antoinette, the last Queen of France. This ballet for 22 dancers, created in 2019, retraces her tumultuous life, from her arrival at court to her brutal fall during the French Revolution.

Far from clichés, Thierry Malandain offers a nuanced and sensitive vision of Marie-Antoinette. He presents her as an innocent young woman, caught up in the pomp and intrigue of the court of Versailles, who gradually became estranged from the people. The ballet shows us her joys and sorrows, her contradictions and her mistakes.

Set to music by Joseph Haydn and Christoph Willibald Gluck, the dancers of Malandain Ballet Biarritz will plunge you into a fascinating ballet.

The fluid, expressive movements tell the story of Marie-Antoinette with poetry and great intensity. One tableau follows another, illustrating the key moments of her life: her marriage to Louis XVI, her amazement at the splendour of the Palace of Versailles, the sumptuous parties, the political intrigues, her awareness of social tensions, and finally her disastrous setbacks during the Revolution.

A reflection on power, ambition, loss and redemption, Marie-Antoinette invites us to question our own prejudices and take a fresh look at this complex and highly controversial woman.

Presented from March 6th to March 9th, 2025 at the Opéra Royal de Versailles, this exceptional and ambitious show is a unique opportunity to discover one of Thierry Malandain's finest ballets in a sumptuous setting.
Don't miss this immersion in history in a place where history has left its mark!

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Royal Opera of Versailles

4 avenue de Paris, 78000 Versailles

History and Fun Facts about the Royal Opera of Versailles

Categorized as one of the largest performance halls in Europe during its inauguration in 1770 requested by Louis XV, it is presently still admired as one of the grand luxurious stages in Paris due to its lavishing décor composed of early-century design. The ceiling above the room comprises an exquisite form of art, something similar to what you would see in the Sistine Chapel in Rome.

Opéra Royal was no ordinary room, it was prestigious among wealthy individuals who fancied theater. Hosting 1,500 people, only a specific number of guests were invited to view the best shows in Paris at the esteemed Versailles palace. Later, the room was also used as a ballroom and a banquet hall.

After the revolution, the Opéra Royal room was left whole but stripped of its 18th-century embellishment. Altering its original appearance, the room is renovated for official shows such as the opening of the Versailles museum in 1837. Renovated and inaugurated once again in 1957 after the Second World War by orders of architect André Japy, the room undertook a whole new look. In 2009 Opéra Royal opened its doors to spectators from all over the world and began to display an array of enlightened shows such as contemporary dance, ballet recitals, opera, and classical music concerts. Presently it offers more than 100 performances per season in its golden room occupied with ostentatious chandeliers, surrounded by red velvet seating.

Fast facts
Capacity: 750
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Air conditioning: No
Heating: Yes
Coat Check: Yes (free service)

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FAQ

How do I get to the Royal Opera of Versailles?

The Royal Opera of Versailles is accessible by:
RER: Line C (station Versailles Château Rive Gauche), from this station, the castle is a 10-minute walk.
Transilien: Line N (station Versailles Chantiers), line U (station Versailles Chantiers), line L (station Versailles Rive Droite), from this station, the castle is a 25-minute walk.
Address: Place d’Armes, 78000 Paris
You can find a map to guide you to the the Royal Opera’s ticket office in the theatre’s "photo" section on this page.
In case of difficulty, our hotline can be reached during our business hours. Please see the footer of this page for our contact details.

What do I do when I get to the Royal Opera of Versailles?

The Royal Opera of Versailles is located within the Château de Versailles. To get there, follow the signs for Entrance B at the top right of the Cour d'Honneur.
We invite you to arrive 20 minutes before the beginning of Marie-Antoinette by the Malandain Ballet Biarritz, and present your voucher at the front desk. The Royal Opera of Versailles’s English-speaking staff members will guide you to your seats.

How long does the opera, Marie-Antoinette, last?

Marie-Antoinette by the Malandain Ballet Biarritz at the Royal Opera of Versailles lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, with no intermission.

Is Marie-Antoinette for an international audience or French speakers?

For both! The Royal Opera of Versailles welcomes spectators from all over the world. Dance is a universal art form. So everyone can see and enjoy Marie-Antoinette by the Malandain Ballet Biarritz.

Is there a dress code at the Royal Opera of Versailles?

There is no specific dress code at the Royal Opera of Versailles, but proper attire is appreciated. Many Parisians will arrive directly from work, dressed in business casual or chic attire.

For Parisian operas and ballets, the dress code tends to be a bit fancier than in other venues, so feel free to have a little fun and dress to impress.

Can I choose my seat when booking?

When purchasing tickets, choose your preferred category and you will be allocated the best available seats in that category!
Please note that tickets of the same category that are booked during the same purchase session, in the same booking order on our website are always assigned side by side. To be sure of this, make sure all of your tickets are in the same category and are included in your shopping cart at the time of purchase.
If there are no available adjacent seating arrangements, our customer service team will contact you before the booking is confirmed.

I bought tickets for Marie-Antoinette by the Malandain Ballet Biarritz and I haven’t received them yet. Is this normal?

Yes, it’s completely normal! Your order will first be created as a pre-booking so that the Royal Opera of Versailles can assign your seat. You may see a pre-payment on your card, but rest assured that we will not charge your card until your reservation has been validated by the Royal Opera of Versailles. Once the reservation is confirmed, you will receive your ticket by email.
Due to the large number of requests that the Royal Opera of Versailles has to manage, this process usually takes two business days, but can take up to six days maximum. After six days if your order has not been validated, it will be cancelled, the pre-charge will disappear, and you will not be charged.