Experience the unique talent of Bartabas’ Compagnie-école riders at the Grandes Écuries du Château de Versailles during an equestrian show starting on February 16, 2025. Founded in 2003 by Bartabas, the Académie Équestre de Versailles presents a choreographed ballet by the écuyères, showcasing the riders and their horses in emblematic tableaux from the Académie. La Voie de l’Écuyère will run from February 16 to August 3, 2025, promising to delight audiences of all ages.
Attendees of the equestrian show will witness a variety of performances, including the Ballet des sorayas aux longues rênes, the Carrousel chanté, fencing on horseback, and equestrian improvisations in the historic manège of the Grandes Écuries de Versailles. This high-flying show highlights the harmony between humans and horses, blending artistic disciplines such as dance, song, traditional Japanese bow, and artistic fencing. The show will run for over an hour, captivating audiences with its beauty and skill.
In addition to the equestrian show, visitors can also enjoy an exceptional visit to the Académie Équestre de Versailles and a free tour of the stables. The Grandes Écuries du Château de Versailles, built in 1683 by Jules Hardouin-Mansart to house the royal cavalry, is a historic venue that showcases some of the finest carriages in French history. The venue is open for visitors to explore and learn about its rich heritage.
