80 Blossoming Springs : Happy Birthday, Bill ! 

A pioneer of Baroque rediscovery, a passionate champion of the arts and culture of the Grand Siècle, and a conductor of global acclaim: William Christie’s flamboyant personality has left its mark on the international musical landscape. What better way to celebrate his 80th birthday than with music ?

This concert and event brings together some of William Christie’s most cherished works from his beloved repertoire of 17th- and 18th-century French music. A delightful selection of pieces, for which he has brought together several members of his musical family, instrumentalists and solo singers with whom he has forged a loyal companionship over the years… with a few surprises thrown in for good measure !

Marc-Antoine Charpentier (1643-1704)

Médée

– Ouverture

– Acte I, scène 1 et 2 (Médée, Nérine et Jason)

– Acte III, scène 3 « Quel prix de mon amour » (Médée)

Jean-Baptiste Lully (1632-1687)

Atys

– Acte III, scène 4 Musique du sommeil

– Acte IV, scène 4 « Qu’il sait peu son malheur » et « je jure, je promets » (Atys et Sangaride)

– Acte V, scène 2 « Venez vous livrer au supplice » (Cybèle, Sangaride, Atys et Célénus)

PRESTIGE VIP CATEGORY: Best seats in house with complimentary glass of champagne and programme.

PRESTIGE CATEGORY: Excellent seats with complimentary glass of champagne and programme.

REDUCED RATE: applicable to under 26s, Chateau de Versailles Spectacles card holders and groups of more than 10 people (excluding special company offer).

GROUP RATES: for more information, please refer to our page dedicated to works councils and groups.

In case of any technical problem, the box office service remains available to complete your order by phone at +33 (0)1 30 83 78 89 (Monday-Friday from 11am to 6pm) or in our box office-shop (3 bis rue des Réservoirs, 78000 Versailles ; Monday-Friday from 11am to 6pm, and on Saturdays with concerts or shows except during the Musical Fountains Shows, from 2pm to 5pm).

To ensure the best welcome possible, people with limited mobility are advised to book their seats by telephone.