Festival Plume Verte
Theater and Humor Festival in Haute-Marne
About Plume Verte
The Festival Plume Verte: Over 30 Years of Theater in Haute-Marne
Created in 1991 by a handful of passionate volunteers, the Festival Plume Verte has established itself as a must-see cultural event in northern Haute-Marne. Initiated by Michel Fournier and the association La Plume Verte, this festival was born from a simple observation: "there wasn't much theater in the region at the time, and even fewer venues to host companies." For over three decades, the festival has continued its mission of making performing arts accessible to everyone in a rural territory.
A Rich and Eclectic Program
Each edition of the Festival Plume Verte offers seven evenings of shows in the Thonnance-lès-Joinville village hall. The program happily blends:
- Boulevard theater and popular comedies
- Café-théâtre and comedy shows
- Solo performances (one-man shows and one-woman shows)
- Musical evenings — two of the seven evenings are traditionally dedicated to music
- Adaptations of classics — Molière, Marcel Aymé, and other great authors revisited by the invited troupes
The festival hosts local troupes from Haute-Marne — such as Créamuse from Joinville, Le Grand Baz'art from Villegusien-le-Lac, Les Oiseaux from Chaumont, or Der et Blaise from Wassy — as well as companies from all over France. Some editions have even hosted international troupes, demonstrating the event's growing influence.
Strong Local Roots
Supported by the association La Plume Verte, the festival is the result of remarkable volunteer commitment. The association, headquartered at 28 rue du Général de Gaulle in Thonnance-lès-Joinville, also runs a theater workshop throughout the year, creating plays performed by its members. This ongoing activity fuels the festival and maintains a vibrant cultural dynamic in the village.
A Return to Roots
After years where the festival invited national and even international troupes, recent editions have marked a return to roots by highlighting local and regional companies. This choice strengthens the link between the festival and its territory, while offering a valuable showcase for talents from the Grand Est region.
The Thonnance-lès-Joinville Village Hall
The festival takes place in the village hall located on rue de Bussy in Thonnance-lès-Joinville, a venue accessible to people with reduced mobility. Performances are held in the evening at 8:30 PM, with Sunday matinees at 3:00 PM. The intimate atmosphere of the hall fosters proximity between artists and spectators, creating a warm atmosphere characteristic of the festival.
Reservations and Ticketing
Reservations can be made by mail to the association's address or online by credit card via the HelloAsso platform. The festival offers affordable prices, true to its mission of making theater accessible to the greatest number in the rural areas of Haute-Marne.
Plume Verte — edition 2026
The 34th edition of the Festival Plume Verte takes place from October 9 to 17, 2026 at the village hall of Thonnance-lès-Joinville (Haute-Marne). Over seven evenings of theatre and humour, seven amateur and professional companies from the Grand Est region will perform on stage with comedies, café-theatre, one-man shows, and dramas tinged with black humour.
34th Festival Plume Verte — October 9 to 17, 2026
For its 34th edition, the Festival Plume Verte offers seven evenings of live performance at the village hall of Thonnance-lès-Joinville. The 2026 program combines boulevard comedies, café-theatre, one-man shows, and plays with biting humour, faithful to the festival's mission of making theatre accessible to everyone in the rural Haute-Marne region. Evening performances begin at 8:30 PM, the Sunday matinee at 3:00 PM. The hall (250 seats) is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Programme Plume Verte 2026
Friday, October 9, 2026 — 8:30 PM
Cie Tromp'Rie — The Captain's Retirement: a retired sailor and a former beggar discover an unexpected bond through shared stories and small mutual deceptions.
Saturday, October 10, 2026 — 8:30 PM
Cie Les Inattendus(es) — The Bar of Temptation: the devil enters a bar in search of corruptible souls among a colourful cast of characters (a politician, a priest, a gambler…).
Sunday, October 11, 2026 — 3:00 PM
Cie Les Amies Dalles — Les potin's 2, Voyage to Vietnam: three friends chat from a hotel balcony during monsoon season in Da Nang.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 — 8:30 PM
Cie Bordel de Prod — One-man show by Nathan Bel, Let's Get Drunk: a philosophical and cynical comedy (not recommended for those under 12).
Thursday, October 15, 2026 — 8:30 PM
Cie Créamuse — The Spider's Web: a woman invents increasingly outlandish stories to protect her husband from a murder investigation.
Friday, October 16, 2026 — 8:30 PM
Cie L'art où tout va — A Funny Song: a comical misunderstanding erupts when a man pretends to be a famous singer-songwriter.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 — 8:30 PM
Cie de l'Act — Until Death Do Us Part: black humour surrounding a man who returns home after ten years of absence, caught in a web of cascading lies.
Highlights Plume Verte 2026
- 34th edition of an amateur and professional theatre festival created in 1991
- Seven companies from the Grand Est, seven evenings from October 9 to 17, 2026
- Varied program: comedy, café-theatre, one-man show, and black humour
- Accessible prices: €10 per show, full pass €60, free for children under 12
Prices Plume Verte 2026
Practical information — Plume Verte
Access
By car: Thonnance-lès-Joinville is located near Joinville, on the D60. From Paris, take the A5 motorway then the N67 towards Joinville (approx. 2h45). From Nancy, take the N4 then the D960 (approx. 1h30). Parking spaces are available near the village hall.
By train: The nearest station is Joinville (Paris-Est – Mulhouse line via Chaumont). Thonnance-lès-Joinville is about 3 km from Joinville station.
Festival Venue
The festival takes place at the Salle des fêtes, rue de Bussy, 52300 Thonnance-lès-Joinville. The hall is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Performance Times
Evening shows start at 8:30 PM. Sunday performances are scheduled in the morning at 3:00 PM. It is recommended to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the show.
Reservations
- By mail: La Plume Verte — Festival Reservation, 28 rue du Général de Gaulle, 52300 Thonnance-lès-Joinville
- Online: Reservation by credit card on the HelloAsso platform (accessible from the festival's website)
Prices
Paid festival. Prices are announced each year when the program is released on the festival's website and Facebook page.
Contact
Association La Plume Verte
28 rue du Général de Gaulle
52300 Thonnance-lès-Joinville
Phone: 06 31 69 54 48
Website: plumeverte4.wixsite.com/la-plume-verte
Facebook: La Plume Verte
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Where does it take place — Plume Verte
Salle des fêtes de Thonnance-lès-Joinville
Rue de Bussy, 52300 Thonnance-lès-Joinville