Professional open-air theatre festival in one of France's Most Beautiful Villages
Belcastel en Scène is a professional open-air theatre festival held every summer in Belcastel, a small village of 200 inhabitants classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, in Aveyron. Founded in 2020 and supported by the association Belcastel Accueil Information under the artistic direction of Didier Landès, the festival offers five days of quality theatre performances on the place Fernand Pouillon, in the heart of the medieval village dominated by its castle. The festival aims to be accessible to all audiences, with moderate prices and on-site catering between performances.
Under the slogan “Stones and Stages”, Belcastel en Scène has been combining the exceptional architectural heritage of Belcastel with live performance since 2020. This small medieval village of 200 souls, nestled above the Aveyron river and dominated by its 11th-century castle restored by architect Fernand Pouillon, offers a unique stone setting for open-air theatre.
Each year, the festival programs five shows by professional companies, mixing comedy, drama, adapted classic plays, and contemporary creations. The 2025 edition featured “Dans la Peau de Cyrano” (Compagnie Qui va piano), “Le Comte de Monte Cristo” (Compagnie Les Âmes libres), “Les Hommes du Président”, “La Vraie Vie des Pirates” (Compagnie AFAG), and “Le Secret des Arbres” (Compagnie Ici Théâtre).
Belcastel en Scène is distinguished by its friendliness and popular spirit. The shows are performed on the place Fernand Pouillon, in the open air (relocated to the Salle des Fêtes de Mayran in case of bad weather). Between performances, on-site catering allows the enjoyment to continue. Prices remain accessible: €13 full price, €8 reduced price (under 18s, students, job seekers), 5-show pass for €50.
The festival is organized by the Belcastel Accueil Information association and artistically directed by Didier Landès. It relies on the commitment of many volunteers and benefits from the support of the Department of Aveyron and the Occitanie Region. Its mission: to make culture accessible and alive in the heart of the Aveyron heritage.
The 7th edition of Belcastel en Scène is expected at the end of July – beginning of August 2026 on the place Fernand Pouillon in Belcastel. Five professional open-air theatre performances.
Belcastel en Scène returns for its 7th edition at the end of July – beginning of August 2026 on the place Fernand Pouillon. The festival will offer five professional open-air theatre performances, in the enchanting setting of this medieval village classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France.
True to its mission, the festival will cater to all audiences with accessible prices and a program mixing comedies, dramas, and children's shows. The detailed program will be announced in the spring of 2026 on the official website.
The shows take place on the place Fernand Pouillon in Belcastel (12390), Aveyron. Relocation to the Salle des Fêtes de Mayran in case of bad weather.
Evening performances, usually at 9:00 PM. From Wednesday to Sunday.
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