Angers Pianopolis
Piano in all its forms in Angers
About Pianopolis
Created in 2023, Angers Pianopolis is a festival dedicated to piano in all its forms. For five days in May, the piano takes over the city with a varied program: classical, jazz, film music, opera, contemporary music, and concert-lectures. Renowned pianists and emerging talents perform in exceptional heritage venues such as the Greniers Saint-Jean, the Abbaye du Ronceray, and the garden of the Musée Jean-Lurçat.
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Pianopolis: Angers, Capital of the Piano
Since 2023, the Angers Pianopolis festival transforms the city of Angers into the capital of the piano every spring. For five days in May, the piano is presented in all its forms — classical, jazz, film music, lyrical concerts, contemporary music, and concert-lectures — in exceptional heritage venues.
Historic Venues
The program takes place in remarkable sites of Angers' heritage: the Greniers Saint-Jean, the Abbaye du Ronceray (founded in 1028), the garden of the Musée Jean-Lurçat and Contemporary Tapestry, as well as the cinemas Les 400 Coups, Place Ney, Parc Balzac, the Annie-Fratellini Municipal Library, and the Jardin des Plantes. This diversity of locations allows the festival to reach varied audiences and create unique musical atmospheres.
The Pianopolis Challenge
A highlight of the festival, the Pianopolis Challenge showcases pianists from all backgrounds: professionals, amateurs, self-taught musicians, and young prodigies share the stage in a spirit of sharing and conviviality. This original format makes the festival unique and embodies its commitment to making the piano accessible to everyone.
Exceptional Artists
Each edition features internationally renowned artists alongside emerging talents. The festival collaborates notably with the Orchestre National des Pays de la Loire (ONPL) for symphonic concerts at the Centre de Congrès Jean-Monnier. In 2026, Polish countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński, accompanied by Michał Biel, will be among the invited artists.
Pianopolis — edition 2026
The 4th edition of Angers Pianopolis will take place from May 13 to 17, 2026. Among the highlights, Polish countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński will be accompanied by Michał Biel at the Greniers Saint-Jean, and pianist Tanguy de Williencourt will perform with the Orchestre National des Pays de la Loire at the Centre de Congrès in a program dedicated to Chopin. The Pianopolis Challenge returns to showcase professional pianists, amateurs, and young prodigies.
4th Edition — May 13 to 17, 2026
Angers Pianopolis returns for its 4th edition from May 13 to 17, 2026. For five days, the piano takes over the city with an eclectic program in exceptional venues.
Guest Artists
Polish countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński, accompanied by pianist Michał Biel, will perform at the Greniers Saint-Jean on May 15. Pianist Tanguy de Williencourt will perform Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2 with the Orchestre National des Pays de la Loire at the Centre de Congrès Jean-Monnier on May 17, in an exceptional setup where the soloist will conduct the orchestra himself.
The Pianopolis Challenge
The Pianopolis Challenge returns in 2026 to celebrate the piano in all its diversity: professional pianists, amateurs, self-taught musicians, and young prodigies will share the stage.
Highlights Pianopolis 2026
Highlights of the 2026 Edition
- Jakub Józef Orliński and Michał Biel at Greniers Saint-Jean (May 15)
- Tanguy de Williencourt with the ONPL — Chopin at the Centre de Congrès (May 17)
- Pianopolis Challenge: professional pianists, amateurs, and young prodigies
- Tickets on sale since March 6 online and at the Grand-Théâtre d'Angers
Prices Pianopolis 2026
Practical information — Pianopolis
Practical Information
Venues
Greniers Saint-Jean, boulevard Arago, 49000 Angers (main venue).
Abbaye du Ronceray, place de la Laiterie, 49000 Angers.
Jardin du musée Jean-Lurçat, 4 boulevard Arago, 49000 Angers.
Cinéma Les 400 Coups, 12 rue Claveau, 49000 Angers.
Place Ney, Parc Balzac, Bibliothèque Annie-Fratellini, Jardin des Plantes.
Ticketing
Online ticketing and box office at the Grand-Théâtre d'Angers will open soon.
Ticketing phone: +33 2 41 24 16 40 (Tuesday-Saturday, 10 AM-12 PM).
Accessibility
Accessibility information: +33 6 20 67 84 61.
Prices
Prices vary depending on the concert. Some outdoor events are free.
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Where does it take place — Pianopolis
Greniers Saint-Jean
Boulevard Arago, 49000 Angers