On the Birds' Route
The international theater and performing arts festival in Lachaussée
About Birds' Route
On the Birds' Route is an international theater and performing arts festival organized in Lachaussée, in the Meuse region, by the company Théâtre Tangente Vardar and the association La Grange Théâtre. Created in 2004, this festival offers a week of cultural programming each year in June, combining theater performances, commedia dell'arte, jazz concerts, dance shows, artistic workshops, conferences, and exhibitions centered around the theme of arts and nature. The festival hosts international companies and is aimed at all audiences, from the youngest to adults.
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A theater festival in the heart of the Meuse nature
Since 2004, the festival On the Birds' Route has established itself as a unique cultural event in the artistic landscape of the Meuse. Located in Lachaussée, a small village near the Lachaussée pond and the Woëvre nature reserve, the festival takes advantage of its exceptional natural environment to offer a program where performing arts and nature constantly interact.
An international program
The festival unfolds over a week in June, offering a rich and varied program. International theater companies gather in Lachaussée to present their creations in an intimate and warm setting. The program mixes contemporary theater, commedia dell'arte, shows for young audiences, jazz concerts, dance performances, and street performances.
Théâtre Tangente Vardar
The festival is driven by the company Théâtre Tangente Vardar, based in Lachaussée since 1995 in a barn converted into a theater — La Grange Théâtre. This company develops an international cultural program throughout the year, making this rural village a recognized center for artistic creation and dissemination far beyond the borders of the Meuse.
Arts and nature
One of the festival's unique features is its connection to nature. The program includes outdoor artistic workshops, nature activities, games, and surprises that invite the public to rediscover their environment through the lens of art. Conferences and debates on environmental and cultural issues complement the performance program.
Exhibitions and installations
Visual arts exhibitions and artistic installations punctuate the festival's route, offering visitors a complete multidisciplinary experience. These works, often created on-site, interact with the landscape and rural architecture of Lachaussée.
A festival for all audiences
On the Birds' Route is aimed at all audiences, with a particular focus on young audiences. Shows specifically designed for children and families are presented alongside more demanding creations for contemporary theater enthusiasts, making the festival a true place for intergenerational encounters.
Birds' Route — edition 2026
On the Birds' Route Festival in Lachaussée. International program of theater, dance, music, and arts and nature workshops at La Grange Théâtre.
Prices Birds' Route 2026
Practical information — Birds' Route
Access and transport
The festival takes place at Théâtre Tangente Vardar / La Grange Théâtre, in Lachaussée (55210).
- By car: Lachaussée is located about 30 km southeast of Verdun, near the Lachaussée pond. From Verdun, take the D903 towards Vigneulles-lès-Hattonchâtel and then follow the signs for Lachaussée. Free parking in the village.
- By train: Nearest station: Verdun (TER Grand Est), then carpooling or taxi (about 30 minutes).
Period and schedule
The festival takes place every year in June, over approximately one week. Performances are scheduled in the afternoon and evening. The detailed program with the precise times for each show is announced a few weeks before the festival on the La Grange Théâtre website.
Prices
Prices vary depending on the shows. Some outdoor events are free. For indoor performances, a modest fee is usually charged. Information and reservations with Théâtre Tangente Vardar.
The Theater and its surroundings
La Grange Théâtre is an original creation space, located in a former barn converted into a theater space. The village of Lachaussée is situated in a remarkable natural environment, near the Lachaussée pond and the Woëvre plain. Visitors can combine their festival visit with nature walks around the pond, known for its birdlife.
Accommodation
For stays of several days, accommodation is available in the surrounding area: rural gites, bed and breakfasts, and the nearby Madine lake campsite.
Contact
Théâtre Tangente Vardar
Tel.: 03 29 89 30 23
Website: www.lagrange-theatre.org
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Where does it take place — Birds' Route
Théâtre Tangente Vardar - La Grange Théâtre
La Grange Théâtre, 55210 Lachaussée