Choreographer and artistic director of La Scierie in Avignon, Mathilde Gautry shares her favorite places in Vaucluse. Discover his address book inspired by art and ecology.
After a rich choreographic journey between France, the Netherlands and the United States, Mathilde Gautry is today a dancer, teacher and artistic director of LaScierie, a third place in Avignon, focused on culture, ecology and the social and solidarity economy. She shares with us her favorite places in Vaucluse, between art, gastronomy and human encounters.
Gourmet addresses in the heart of Avignon
- Le Nawakrue Carreterie: relaxed atmosphere for this wine and tapas bar. A place where we share plates, a bottle, and friendly moments in a warm atmosphere.
- Marion UsPlace des Carmes: an authentic restaurant where the menu changes according to the seasons and inspirations. This place offers a gastronomic experience, combining local flavors and modern recipes in a welcoming setting.
LaScierie: a creative and ecological third place
Founded in 2018, LaScierie is a cultural third place where ecology, culture and the social and solidarity economy meet. As artistic director, she makes it an open and engaged space that welcomes artists, associations and audiences around varied projects. Between performances, exhibitions and workshops, La Scierie embodies the idea of a place where everyone finds their place to express themselves, learn and share.
Focus on two inspiring artistic figures
- Jean-Michel Pancinvisual artist, navigates between Avignon and Paris. He works to restore the memory of the Sainte-Anne prison Built in 1865, behind the Palais des Papes, below the Jardin des Doms, it is now abandoned.
- Marinette Dozevillechoreographer. With a sensitive look at the body and space, she shares an open and committed artistic vision.
Rue Carreterie: a lively and warm neighborhood
Rue Carreterieit’s his neighborhood. Mathilde Gautry lives there and crosses it every day to get to La Scierie. She particularly appreciates the atmosphere that reigns there thanks to its small shops, its restaurants and its inhabitants.
Mathilde has her habits Halles d’Avignon and also greatly appreciates the presence of the Jacques Lecoq School. Recently installed, it contributes to the atmosphere of the neighborhood.
The Semailles association: a lasting partnership
Located in the green belt of Avignon, the Semailles association promotes sustainable and ecological agriculture. In collaboration with LaScierie, it develops projects around eco-responsibility. Semailles is committed to introducing the public to the importance of local, environmentally friendly agriculture. She is a partner of LaScierie.
A festival not to be missed
The third place organizes the festival “Les p’tits concerts” on November 9 and 10. It offers 4 musical shows for young audiences, a film concert, a family ball, a musical break for the little ones, artistic and musical practice workshops, an exhibition of children’s creations, a tavern organic and friendly!
