Treasure of the Holy Sepulchre
Gifts from European royal courts to Jerusalem.
Versailles in Arras
Roulez carrosses ! in the musée des Beaux-Arts d'Arras
Forthcoming exhibitions
Discover the forthcoming exhibitions of the palace of Versailles
Extraordinary Within Ordinary
Photography exhibition by Ahae at the Orangerie Hall
Equestrian Show Academy
A centre for equestrian shows and training, directed by Bartabas
Centre de musique baroque
Missions and program for the musical season 2012 - 2013
Versailles Festival
Concerts, operas, masked ball, royal carrousel and contemporary art : discover the programme.
The publications
Catalogue of the publications of the palace of Versailles
Versailles in comic strip form
A co-edition palace of Versailles/Glénat
Trains evoking Versailles
Trains evoking the palace of Versailles
Palace History Gallery
Opening of the Palace History Gallery of Versailles
A year to celebrate Le Nôtre
In 2013, the Palace of Versailles is paying tribute to André Le Nôtre, the creator of the gardens.
Versailles the other visit
A web-documentary about the unknown objects of Versailles.
The Water Theatre grove
A contemporary garden for the Water Theatre grove
The acquisitions of the Palace
The last acquisitions of the palace of Versailles
Archaeology in Versailles
20 years of archaeological excavations in Versailles
Symposiums and workshops
The scientific activities of the Centre de recherche du château de Versailles
Restoration and refurnishing
Find out about restoration and refurnishing work under way at the palace of Versailles
Restoration of the Belvedere
Restoration of the Belvedere and the Rock in the Estate of Marie-Antoinette.
Mercury salon
Official opening of the restored and refurnished Mercury Salon
The apartments of Mesdames
Re-opening of the the newly restored and refurnished apartments of Mesdames
Wagner
Les Musiciens du Louvre Grenoble
Marc Minkowski Conductor
Burkhard Fritz Tenor, Evgeny Nikitin Bass
To open the Wagner Bicentennial year in Vienna, and celebrate the 150th anniversary of that historical concert, the Theater an der Wien has asked Marc Minkowski to recreate it. The Royal Opera will also be presenting it to commence the French Commemoration of the Wagner year.
Sunday 6 January 2013 - 5:30 p.m.
Royal Chapel of Versailles
Ravel
Orchestre Anima Eterna Brugge
Jos Van Immerseel Conductor
Jos Van Immerseel pianos Erard 1907, Claire Chevalier piano Erard 1904
The Anima Eterna Orchestra presents the masterpieces of the orchestra music in 1880 which exeprienced a great period of creation. The Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint Saëns, The Sorcerer's Apprentice by Paul Dukas, Ravel's famous Bolero and Pictures at an Exhibition by Modeste Moussorgski will illustrate the narrative invention of those popular musics.
Ravel : Boléro
Saint-Saëns : The Carnival of the Animals
Dukas : Sorcerer's Apprentice
Moussorgski : Pictures at an Exhibition
Wednesday 23 January 2013 - 8:00 p.m.
Royal Opera of Versailles
Time : 1:50 including intermission
Véronique Gens
Les Talens Lyriques
Christophe Rousset Conductor
Véronique Gens Soprano
Véronique Gens has developed a magnificent relationship with Mozart over a long series of stage experiences in the best theatres of Europe and at festivals all over the world. Christophe Rousset suggested that she should harness her talent to performing the most celebrated concert airs of Mozart, composed for the virtuoso singers whom he most admired.
Programme :
"O temerario Arbace", K. 79
"Vado, ma dove ?", K. 583
"Chi sà, chi sà, qual sia", K. 582
" Ah, lo previdi !", K. 272
"Non più, tutto ascoltai", K. 490
Symphony No 29 in A major, K. 201
Symphony No 40 in G minor, K. 550
Tuesday 5 February 2013 - 8:00 p.m.
Royal Opera of Versailles
Time : 2:00 including intermission
Patricia Petibon
La Cetra
Patricia Petibon Soprano
Rameau, Charpentier, De Nebra, Purcell, de Bailly
The virtuoso recital by Patricia Petibon explores the works of Rameau, Purcell, Bailly and De Nebra. It also features transitional songs such as J'ai vu le loup, le renard et la belette.
Monday 25 February 2013 - 8:00 p.m.
The hall of Mirrors
Time : 1:50 including intermission
