At the Auberge de la Grand'Route
The L'Arantelle multidisciplinary festival in the Vallées du Clain
2026
About At the Auberge de la Grand'Route
Every November, À l'Auberge de la Grand'Route brings the residents of the Vallées du Clain together for a celebration of theatre, circus, music, and visual arts. The L'Arantelle association, supported by its dedicated team of volunteers, Les Fêt'Arts, hosts a programme featuring professional companies alongside local amateur troupes from the Vienne region, offering something for all ages. Events take place at La Passerelle in Nouaillé-Maupertuis and in neighbouring venues in Roches-Prémarie-Andillé, Smarves, and La Villedieu du Clain.
At the Auberge de la Grand'Route — edition 2026
The 35th edition of À l'Auberge de la Grand'Route takes place from November 7th to 27th, 2026, at La Passerelle in Nouaillé-Maupertuis, as well as in La Villedieu du Clain and Roches-Prémarie-Andillé. The festival features the "Téléscopages" exhibition by Paula Gonzalez and Alain Coulon, comedy with Yohann Métay, theater, musical readings, and singing. The Innkeeper's Evening on November 14th brings together "À peu près Carmen" and Les Polis Sont Acoustiques, with refreshments served during the intermission.
Highlights At the Auberge de la Grand'Route 2026
- November 7th to 22nd: "Téléscopages" exhibition by Paula Gonzalez and Alain Coulon, opening reception on November 7th at 6:30 PM
- Tuesday, November 10th: Yohann Métay, "Full, Fool, Foule"
- Saturday, November 14th: The Innkeeper's Evening, "À peu près Carmen" and Les Polis Sont Acoustiques
- November 20th to 22nd: "L'Agression" by Cie Crac Boum Hue!
- Friday, November 27th: Les Petites Lèvres, female vocal quartet
Programme At the Auberge de la Grand'Route 2026
Saturday, November 7th to Sunday, November 22nd, 2026
- 3:00 PM–6:00 PM — "Téléscopages" exhibition by Paula Gonzalez and Alain Coulon, Wednesday to Sunday · Salle polyvalente, La Villedieu du Clain · free admission. A remix of classic portraits based on the "exquisite corpse" technique. Opening reception on Saturday, November 7th at 6:30 PM.
- 3:00 PM–6:00 PM — "Mosaïques" exhibition, D'Art d'Ar workshop, in the same hall. Children's workshops inspired by the Paula Gonzalez and Alain Coulon exhibition, created by students from schools in Roches-Prémarie-Andillé, La Villedieu du Clain, and Gizay; opening reception on Friday, November 14th at 6:00 PM.
Sunday, November 8th, 2026
- 5:00 PM — "Le magicien de la fête foraine" by Maurice Douda · La Passerelle, Nouaillé-Maupertuis · a participatory, poetic, and funny show · full price 9 €, reduced price 5 €
Tuesday, November 10th, 2026
- 8:30 PM — "Full, Fool, Foule" by Yohann Métay, one-man show · La Passerelle, Nouaillé-Maupertuis · full price 25 €, reduced price 20 €
Saturday, November 14th, 2026
- 7:30 PM — The Innkeeper's Evening: "À peu près Carmen", an interactive concert-show without instruments, followed by "Ça va!" (new show) by Les Polis Sont Acoustiques, songs · light refreshments during the intermission (Innkeeper's plate included), open to all · La Passerelle, Nouaillé-Maupertuis · full price 25 €, reduced price 20 €, booking required
Wednesday, November 18th, 2026
- 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM — "La chasse à l'ours" by Cie Les ailes de Mademoiselle · Salle polyvalente, La Villedieu du Clain · free with reservation at 07 56 15 00 36 · in partnership with Chat Perché
- 8:00 PM — "Forêt(s)" by Cie Les Bienveillantes, musical reading with François Périssat and Arnaud Frémont · Médiathèque, Nieuil l'Espoir · free with reservation at 05 49 43 33 27
Friday, November 20th, Saturday, November 21st, and Sunday, November 22nd, 2026
- Friday 20th and Saturday 21st at 8:30 PM, Sunday 22nd at 3:00 PM — "L'Agression" by Cie Crac Boum Hue!, a social comedy by Georges Michel directed by JL Guillemet · Salle polyvalente, La Villedieu du Clain · full price 10 €, reduced price 8 €
Friday, November 27th, 2026
- 8:30 PM — Les Petites Lèvres, female vocal quartet · Salle des associations, Roches-Prémarie-Andillé · free with reservation at 05 49 42 81 68 · in partnership with the Roches-Prémarie-Andillé library
Full program published by L'Arantelle (2026 edition poster and brochure). Reservations through L'Arantelle at 05 49 42 05 74 or at vostickets.net/LA_PASSERELLE.
Prices At the Auberge de la Grand'Route 2026
Practical information — At the Auberge de la Grand'Route
Reservations can be made via the L'Arantelle office or at La Passerelle (1 rue du Stade, Nouaillé-Maupertuis), the performing arts venue for the Vallées du Clain that hosts several of the festival's events.
A festival supported by the Vallées du Clain municipalities
Organised by L'Arantelle, the festival celebrates its 35th edition in 2026. It utilises various community halls and venues across the region—including Nouaillé-Maupertuis, Roches-Prémarie-Andillé, Smarves, and La Villedieu du Clain—to showcase a mix of professional artists and local amateur groups.
Themed evenings and exhibitions
The programme features a blend of stage performances and cabaret-style nights, such as the "Soirée de l'Aubergiste," which includes refreshments during the interval. Tickets can be purchased through the L'Arantelle office or at La Passerelle, the performing arts venue for the Vallées du Clain in Nouaillé-Maupertuis.
Where does it take place — At the Auberge de la Grand'Route
At the Auberge de la Grand'Route in brief
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