Created in the Great Stables of the Palace of Versailles in 2003, the National Equestrian Academy is a major innovation in the field of live entertainment. This high-level higher education institution attaches huge importance to passing on its expertise through equestrian shows, guided and unaccompanied tours.
Equestrian Show Program of the National Equestrian Academy of Versailles
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Shows
La Voie de l’Écuyère
Choreographed by Bartabas and the equestrians of the Académie équestre de Versailles, La Voie de l'écuyère - Opus 2023 illustrates the spirit and sensibility of the school-company, which has been based in the Grande Ecurie of the Palace of Versailles since 2003.
Based on the transmission of knowledge, the show sees the new class of equestrians evolve on new choreographies and revisit the emblematic tableaux of the Academy, such as the fencing on horseback, the ballet of sorayas with long reins, or the singing carousel.
The performance is followed by a free tour of the stables.
All ages from 5 years old.
Unheated carousel.
Every weekend, Saturday at 6pm and Sunday at 3pm. Exceptional performances on Wednesdays during the short school holidays, at 3pm.
Please note that on Wednesdays and Sundays from July 6 to August 7, the show will take place at 5pm instead of 3pm. The show will also take place on certain exceptional dates: Saturday July 27 at 8:30pm, Tuesday July 30 and Wednesday July 31 at 6pm.
Duration : 1 hour followed by a free tour of the stables.
Price : from 16 to 28 €.
Groups welcome
For groups of more than 20 people, guided tours with a tour guide on request.
Contact the Academy : Charlotte De Smet on 01 39 02 62 75
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