Three weeks in Montpellier focused on contemporary choreography and activity around dance. Montpellier Danse 2026 brings season programming and associated projects of interest to programmers, producers and potential coproducers.
Practical information for Montpellier Danse 2026
Montpellier Danse 2026 takes place from 11 June to 4 July at L’Agora, Cité Internationale de la Danse. L’Agora is listed at 2 Boulevard Louis Blanc, 34000 Montpellier, and operates a ticket office with published contact details for reservations. The festival’s schedule is integrated with the Agora season 26/27 and includes events for both public and professional audiences.
Program highlights and artists on the bill
The festival is presented as the 46th edition within the Agora programming. Names referenced for the season include Jann Gallois and the Hofesh Shechter Company, with recent creations such as Shechter II appearing in the agenda. The program mixes premieres and season repertoire alongside public events linked to the festival calendar.
L’Agora and production structure
L’Agora, Cité Internationale de la Danse, is described as a venue dedicated to creation and residences. The center manages production and distribution, supports coproductions and keeps a touring calendar. It also offers resources for companies and space rental, enabling meetings between artistic teams and producers.
B2B prospecting at Montpellier Danse 2026
Approach the festival with targeted actions to maximise professional opportunities. Two concrete steps to prepare your visit.
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Prepare a technical dossier and sample links. Bring a concise technical rider, showreel links and a clear touring availability calendar. L’Agora supports residencies and coproductions, so a production roadmap improves credibility.
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Book time in the professional area. The festival includes an espace professionnel and contact channels for programmers and companies. Request meetings in advance, identify production contacts and present a coproduction or distribution proposal that includes technical and financial terms.
Avoid general pitches. Tailor each contact to the program or artists present and indicate specific collaboration ideas related to the Agora season when relevant.
Practical notes for professional visitors
Agora cards provide access to preferential ticket conditions and simplify attendance to functions and public activities. Use the ticket office contact to arrange reservations and check opening times for L’Agora when scheduling meetings or site visits.
Closing reflection and official link
Montpellier Danse 2026 concentrates creative activity and professional exchange in a centre that combines production, residences and programmed shows. For programmers and producers the edition is an opportunity to evaluate recent works and propose coproductions. Consult the official site http://www.montpellierdanse.com to finalise schedules and professional contacts.
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