Lyon, France
LA BIENNALE DE LA DANSE
September 9-14, 2023
JOIN THE JOYCE IN LYON, FRANCE
This September, The Joyce Theater Travel Program will return to Lyon, France to experience its majestic culture during La Biennale de la Danse, Lyon’s biannual celebration of contemporary dance. Immerse yourself in one of the oldest Renaissance neighborhoods in Europe, savor its famous Lyonnais cuisine, and delight in a truly unique adventure including exclusive access to some of France’s most renowned choreographers and dancers.
ITINERARY PREVIEW
TRAVEL & TRANSPORTATION:
Travelers are responsible for arranging flights to and from Lyon, France (not included). Upon arriving in Lyon by plane or train, a personal car service will transfer you to the hotel.
Lyon is a walkable city. Many of the planned activities will be easily accessible on foot. Private transportation will be arranged for any activities planned beyond the city center.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Le Royal Hotel Lyon
Le Royal Lyon Hotel was a grand family residence that has been transformed into a boutique hotel that blends tradition and inventiveness, offering a quiet elegance and charmingly refined décor in the tradition of a “maison” Situated in the heart of Lyon, between the Saône and the Rhône rivers and overlooking Place Bellecour, this plush hotel is a block from Le Rhône, and a 14-minute walk from Gare de Lyon-Perrache.
PERFORMANCES:
La Biennale de la Danse
Ballet de l'Opéra de Lyon
at Opéra de Lyon
Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève
at Maison de la Danse
Marlene Monteiro Freitas
at Théâtre de la Croix Rousse
Tom Grand Mourcel
at Les SUBS
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
Attend the 2023 Dance Biennale
Opening Parade.
Visit the Musée d'art Contemporain de Lyon
Join private guided tours of Les Halles food market and Croix-Rousse
Learn traditional French cooking techniques at Institute Paul Bocuse
Attend a rehearsal of Ballet de l'Opéra de Lyon at Opéra de Lyon. Join exclusive meet and greets with Biennale choreographers, dancers
DINING:
Daily breakfast included at Le Royal Hotel Lyon
Enjoy five group meals throughout the trip at some of Lyon's outstanding restaurants.
PRICING PER PERSON Double: Single: Interested in joining us? CONTACT: Mave Brady Special Events Associate P 347-856-5827 E mbrady@joyce.org Programming subject to change $6,200p/p $7,400p/p