Marie Antoinette

Experience the fascinating world of the legendary French queen Marie Antoinette in an impressive ballet by Thierry Malandain. Inspired by this dazzling historical figure, the renowned French choreographer, together with the Malandain Ballet Biarritz, presents a masterful portrait that unites elegance, tragedy, and powerful emotion.

Set to the music of Joseph Haydn and Christoph Willibald Gluck, the ballet narrates Marie Antoinette’s life – from her arrival at the French court, through lavish weddings and grand festivities, to her dramatic fall and attempted escape. A highlight includes the inauguration of the Royal Opera House of Versailles with Jean-Baptiste Lully’s Persée, staged as a “ballet within the ballet.“

Thierry Malandain’s distinctive style fuses baroque gestures with modern neoclassicism, creating a choreography full of strength, grace, and poetry. His interpretation portrays Marie Antoinette not just as a symbol of luxury and excess but as a tragic figure who was manipulated throughout her life and ultimately descended into loneliness and melancholy.

Experience a profound and emotional journey through the life of one of history’s most famous women – filled with beauty, tragedy, and timeless elegance.

Book your tickets now and dive into the fascinating world of “Marie Antoinette“!

program

Marie Antoinette
Ballett von Thierry Malandain

Place

Volksoper Vienna – A Musical Theater of Tradition, Diversity, and Joy

The Volksoper Vienna is one of Austria’s leading opera houses and an essential part of Vienna’s vibrant cultural scene. Renowned for its diverse program, which includes opera, operetta, musicals, and ballet, it provides high-quality entertainment appealing to audiences of all ages.

Since its opening in 1898, the Volksoper has delighted visitors with charming productions, outstanding artists, and a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Among the classics regularly performed are world-famous operettas such as Johann Strauss’s "Die Fledermaus" or Franz Lehár’s "The Merry Widow," along with renowned operas, musicals, and contemporary performances.

The Volksoper is celebrated for its lively atmosphere and audience-friendly performances, focusing equally on entertainment and musical excellence.

Getting There by Public Transport

Subway:

• U6 Station Währinger Straße – Volksoper – direct access

• Lines 40, 41, 42 (Währinger Straße/Volksoper stop) – directly in front of the venue

• Line 40A (Währinger Straße/Volksoper stop)