Mars en Danse

Mars en Danse 2025 — A Week for All Dances

The 2025 edition of Mars en Danse lived up to all expectations from March 15 to 23, taking over the Théâtre Olympe de Gouges and several venues in Montauban for nine days of intense and shared dance.

The Ballet Malandain de Biarritz

Undisputed highlight of this edition, the Ballet Malandain de Biarritz presented one of its major creations on the grand stage of the Théâtre Olympe de Gouges. The company, one of Europe's most renowned neoclassical dance ensembles, offered the Montauban audience an evening of striking formal beauty, combining technical rigor and deep emotional sensitivity.

Mourad Merzouki's Compagnie Käfig

Mourad Merzouki and his Compagnie Käfig brought the energy and virtuosity of contemporary hip-hop, in a performance that pushes the boundaries of urban arts in dialogue with other disciplines. The show generated immediate enthusiasm from an audience captivated by the dancers' power and precision.

Regional Companies in the Spotlight

True to its mission to support regional artists, the festival also hosted several Occitan companies in creation, offering their work valuable visibility on a key regional stage.

Mediation and School Programs

Workshops, open rehearsals, and artist encounters accompanied the performances, allowing thousands of schoolchildren and dance enthusiasts to experience the festival from the inside.