La Manufacture d'Idées
The festival that thinks about the world differently at Château d'Hurigny
About Manufacture d'Idées
La Manufacture d'Idées: Thinking the World in a Burgundian Castle
Since 2012, the Château d'Hurigny, nestled in the Mâconnais region a few kilometers from Mâcon, has hosted a unique festival on the French cultural scene. La Manufacture d'Idées is a singular meeting place between thought and creation, a space where human and social sciences dialogue with the arts and environmental issues to question our contemporary world.
A Dialogue Between Knowledge and Creation
The originality of La Manufacture d'Idées lies in its ability to bring together usually compartmentalized worlds. Each edition invites researchers—philosophers, historians, sociologists, anthropologists, environmental specialists—alongside artists from all disciplines: filmmakers, writers, visual artists, choreographers, and musicians. From this encounter emerge debates, performances, screenings, and artistic acts that "put meaning back into circulation," according to the organizers.
An Annual Theme to Explore the Contemporary
Each year, a unifying theme guides the program. In 2025, "In the Folds of the World - Narratives | Struggles | Imaginations" explored the narratives that shape our understanding of reality, between personal stories and collective struggles. Renowned international speakers, such as the Brazilian journalist and writer Eliane Brum and the researcher Chowra Makaremi, fueled four days of intense reflection.
An Enchanting Setting for Free Thinking
The Château d'Hurigny and its 10-hectare park offer a bucolic setting conducive to reflection and exchange. Under the ancient trees, in the castle rooms, or on the lawn, debates and performances unfold in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Communal meals shared by participants and guests extend the discussions. Speakers are even hosted by local residents, anchoring the festival in local life and creating unique bonds between artists, thinkers, and the community.
A Festival Recognized for General Interest
Under the artistic direction of Emmanuel Favre and supported by a collegial board of five members, La Manufacture d'Idées is recognized as an organization of general interest. The festival operates thanks to a team of dedicated volunteers and an associative economic model based on membership and donations. This approach reflects the values of sharing and accessibility of knowledge that the event has championed since its inception.
Manufacture d'Idées — edition 2026
The 15th edition of La Manufacture d'Idées takes place from August 26 to 30, 2026, at Château d'Hurigny, near Mâcon. Five days of meetings, debates, shows, screenings, and performances at the intersection of human sciences, arts, and contemporary issues, centered on decolonial ecologies, human rights, justice, and forms of cultural resistance.
2026 Edition — August 26 to 30 at Château d'Hurigny
The 15th Manufacture d'Idées unfolds over five days, from Wednesday, August 26 to Sunday, August 30, 2026, in the park and spaces of Château d'Hurigny, in Saône-et-Loire. Conceived as a multidisciplinary festival, it combines conferences, dialogues, film screenings, concerts, shows, and choreographic performances.
The 2026 program explores decolonial ecologies and Southern thought, the role of music and arts in anti-colonial struggles, restorative justice, political ecology, international law and the rights of natural entities, as well as dance as a form of engagement. Confirmed guests include Francesca Albanese, Felwine Sarr, Mamadou Diouf, Bénédicte Savoy, Wolfgang Kaleck, Chowra Makaremi, Rocé, Betty Tchomanga, Susana de Sousa Dias, and Gabriela Carneiro da Cunha.
New this edition: « La Petite Manufacture », a space dedicated to young audiences (from 9 years old) with games, creative workshops, and adapted conferences.
Programme Manufacture d'Idées 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
- 2:00 PM — « Affects in Times of War »: dialogue between Deborah V. Brosteaux and Anastasia Fomitchova
- 4:00 PM — « Crimes Against Humanity » with Marina Franco, Wolfgang Kaleck, and Chowra Makaremi
- 6:00 PM — « Narratives, Voices, and Wounds of Palestine » with Francesca Albanese and Rema Hammami
- 9:00 PM — Screening of the film « 48 » in the presence of filmmaker Susana de Sousa Dias (opening night)
Thursday, August 27, 2026
- 9:15 AM — Tribute to John Berger
- 2:00 PM — Dialogue « The Human and the Animal » with Pierre-Olivier Dittmar and Marta Segarra
- 4:15 PM — « What Political Ecology? » with Paul Guillibert and Sarah Vanuxem
- 6:15 PM — International Law with Wolfgang Kaleck and Felwine Sarr
- 9:15 PM — Show « A Burnt Field » by Elina Kulikova and Dima Efremov
Friday, August 28, 2026
- 9:00 AM — Documentary followed by a debate with Elara Bertho and Rocé
- 2:30 PM — « Africa in World Time » with Mamadou Diouf and Felwine Sarr
- 4:30 PM — Show « Decolonial History(ies) » by Betty Tchomanga
- 6:00 PM — « Restorative Justice: The Example of Haiti » with Magali Bessone
- 9:15 PM — Concert by Rocé
Saturday, August 29, 2026
- 9:15 AM — Screening of the film « Fordlândia Panacea » in the presence of Susana de Sousa Dias
- 11:45 AM — Conference-performance by Éric Valette
- 2:00 PM — « Cultural Extractivism and Museums » with Bénédicte Savoy
- 4:15 PM — « The International of Rivers » with Gabriela Carneiro da Cunha and Camille de Toledo
- 6:30 PM — Show « Mascarades » by Betty Tchomanga
- 8:00 PM — Banquet
Sunday, August 30, 2026
- 9:30 AM — « Remaining Barbarian: Decolonial Ecology » with Baptiste Lanaspèze and Louisa Yousfi
- 11:30 AM — Performance « Outrar » by Volmir Cordeiro
- 1:45 PM — Panel discussion « Dancing in Struggle, Struggling in Dance »
Highlights Manufacture d'Idées 2026
- 15th edition, from August 26 to 30, 2026, at Château d'Hurigny (Saône-et-Loire)
- Program focused on decolonial ecologies, human rights, and justice
- Leading guests: Francesca Albanese, Felwine Sarr, Mamadou Diouf, Bénédicte Savoy, Wolfgang Kaleck, Rocé…
- Shows and performances by Betty Tchomanga and Volmir Cordeiro, concert by Rocé
- New: « La Petite Manufacture », a space for young audiences from 9 years old
Prices Manufacture d'Idées 2026
Practical information — Manufacture d'Idées
Access
By car: Hurigny is located 5 km northwest of Mâcon. Access via the A6 motorway (exit Mâcon-Nord). Free parking.
By train: Mâcon-Loché TGV station, then bus or taxi (approx. 15 min).
Venue: Château d'Hurigny, 87 rue des Verchères, 71870 Hurigny.
Prices
- Operates on a membership/donation basis — inquire on the official website
Contact
La Manufacture d'Idées
Email: [email protected]
Website: lamanufacturedidees.org
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Château d'Hurigny
87 rue des Verchères, 71870 Hurigny