Building on its success last summer, “Château en scène” returns for a second edition, from Tuesday July 16, 2024 to Sunday August 25, 2024, on the esplanade of Château Montbéliard Württemberg and offers a captivating musical and artistic program. This event, which is part of the Château site reconversion project, reveals the potential of the esplanade as a dynamic, festive and friendly space, offering exceptional cultural and artistic programming, both for Montbéliard residents and locals. tourists.
A rich program for all audiences
The City of Montbéliard offers a varied and free program, accessible to all. Concerts, plays or even circus acts, each show is chosen for its originality and artistic quality. The lively and captivating performances will transport visitors into a world of emotions and entertainment inviting them to live a new and unique experience.
From July 16 to August 25, 2024, Tuesdays at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 6:00 p.m., except August 18 and August 25 at 9:00 p.m. and August 20 at 7:00 p.m. FREE ENTRANCE. Duration of shows: 45 minutes on average. Limited places.
Tuesday July 16, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. – show: “Josianes or the art of resistance”, circus, dance and vertical dance – Josianes Company.
Les Josianes, four female artists, intrepid and funny, represent the plurality of women and approach deep subjects with humor. Their show is uninhibited, authentic, but also marked by vulnerability.
Sunday July 21, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. – “La tribe des Bézèd’H” concert, festive rock with Celtic sounds.
On stage, their energy is wild, merging electric guitar and violin, all combining perfectly with the other instruments. Regulars at the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival, the five musicians of La tribu des Bézèd’H stand out for their original compositions and frantic rhythms.
Tuesday July 23, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. – “Primus” show, circus, acrobatic bike, roller skates, Company 15FEET6.
Two jaded but way too cool college students navigate through the school of life, turning circus games into target challenges and battles for supremacy into wheelie competitions. Be careful, this circus duo’s incredible roller skating finale is not for the faint of heart!
Sunday July 28, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. – “Loner Deer” concert, folk, rock and country.
Author, composer and performer, Loner Deer gives relief to what becomes invisible. His style, between folk, rock and country, is inspired by Shawn James, Eddie Vedder and The White Buffalo. With his guitar and his voice, he addresses subjects such as memories, friendly and even romantic relationships.
Tuesday July 30, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. – “When I will be a big” show, harp and fabric, Compagnie Les aéronotes.
Music and movement come together at the top of a fabric, bringing together two distinct universes into one, rich and complete. An exploration of encounters that transform childhood dreams into reality, where differences can be both a source of conflict and sharing, depending on how we see the other.
Sunday August 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. – concert “The singer of the streets”, popular song.
Catchy riffs, committed lyrics and even hymns to love, find The Singer of the Lanes in a festive and sometimes moving atmosphere. Get ready to smile, dance and be transported on a journey where every song tells a story.
Tuesday August 6, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. – “De la mort qui tue” show, circus, acrobatics, Compagnie Lady Cocktail.
Embark on death row to celebrate the urgency of life. At arm’s length, feet in the air, the blade of the knife grazing the flesh, this gang with tender hearts rides the show and catches you on the wing. The journey will be initiatory, perilous, but full of life.
Sunday August 11, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. – “La Camelote extraordinaire des Frangins Lindecker” concert, vintage song flea market, L’Oreille Absolue company.
Immerse yourself in the retro and crazy atmosphere of La Camelote, a flea market of songs where four musicians with vintage charm and a singer with crafted words take you on a musical adventure full of surprises and imbued with astonishing energy.
Tuesday August 13, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. – “Racine de X” show, circus, theater and music, Compagnie Zania.
This funny and moving circus tale transports you to the ends of the universe in the company of an extraterrestrial girl in search of her roots. This unique show promises laughter, wonder and moments of tenderness. A parenthesis of shared poetry not to be missed.
Sunday August 18, 2024 at 9:00 p.m. – “Your piano always dances” concert, tribute to Michel Berger, 8:40 p.m. Productions.
Jean-Marc Sauvagnargues plays and sings the songs of Michel Berger and through them, tells us about the different moments in the career and life of this immense and essential artist of French song. A unique moment to rediscover your musical universe.
Tuesday August 20, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. – “League & legend” show, circus, Russian bar, acrobatics, Company 15FEET6.
Enter the crazy world of three international acrobats around a mysterious Russian bar. With humor and sportsmanship, they shatter records in a hilarious competition. Prepare to be dazzled by this show where absurdity and performance meet.
Sunday August 25, 2024 at 9:00 p.m. – “Lay This Drum!” show », percussion, Scopitone.
“Say, is it true that women can play percussion too? », Lay This Drum! offers a rhythmic and poetic look at identity in today’s world in an explosive, energetic and exclusively female show. With humor and a touch of impertinence.
A redeveloped esplanade
A place of entertainment and relaxation, the esplanade hosts the exhibition “Etienne Oehmichen and nature” until September 22, 2024. This exhibition, offered by the Château Museum, invites the public to discover the life and work of this inventor from the Pays de Montbéliard, passionate about nature and technology. For total immersion, visitors and spectators are also invited to be surprised by the monumental straw and sand sculptures, created by the artists Camille Bernard and Benoit Dutherage, also authors of the sand sculptures present last summer on the esplanade and inspired by the works of Paul-Elie Dubois. FREE ENTRANCE
Benoit Duthérage, Occitanie, sculptor for around twenty years, has multiplied his creations in France and internationally. He comes to Montbéliard for the fourth time, after having decorated the Parc duprès-la-Rose in 2013, sculpted a decor for Christmas Lights in 2012, and paid tribute to Paul-Elie Dubois on the esplanade of the castle in 2023. Bernard Camille, from Haute-Savoie, is an artist, sculptor and illustrator, a key figure in monumental ice and snow sculpture in France. And also, a sand, straw and hay sculptor. The 3 sand sculptures and the 8 straw sculptures required 50 tonnes of sand, 7 days of production for the sand sculptures, with the intervention of the Green Spaces teams, and 6 days of production for the straw sculptures.
Summer decor and bright atmosphere
The buildings are also illuminated after dark, by the company TSE, creating a warm and picturesque atmosphere, perfect for summer evenings. The objective is to invite the public to take a new look at the heritage setting that is the esplanade, its buildings and its environment. The site also offers a secure play area for little ones. The development was carried out by the Green Spaces department. He also mobilized the Party and Ceremony Transport service as well as municipal electricians.
The esplanade welcomes visitors until September 22, every day, until 11:30 p.m. Free access.
Eating at La Terrasse du Château
Located on the esplanade of Château Montbéliard Württemberg, the ephemeral brasserie La Terrasse du Château invites young and old to share gourmet moments around traditional and authentic summer cuisine. All in a tavern atmosphere and an exceptional setting. Snacks and refreshments are also offered throughout the day. In addition, every Friday, the brewery organizes themed and dancing evenings, as well as live concerts. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.; Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 11:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Reservations and information on 07 62 38 50 47. The ephemeral brasserie La Terrasse du Château, managed by Laurent Cuccureddu, is made up of a team of 15 people.
With 2023
The 2023 edition of Château en Scène brought together just over 9,000 spectators who came to enjoy this artistic and musical experience. The edition took place from July 11 and August 22, 2023, and offered 13 meetings.
