Beauty and the Beast, the sound-and-light show returns to Château des Cèdres in Montfermeil (93)

In Montfermeil, the start of summer also unfolds as night falls. From June 25 to 28, 2026, the town unveils a new edition of its show Son & Lumière, staged at the Château des Cèdres, with the theme Beauty and the Beast. The event takes the form of a grand outdoor nocturnal spectacle, blending theatre, projections, music, dance, riders, and visual effects. The aim is simple: to turn local heritage into an open-air stage and bring together residents and visitors around a collective creation.

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The Montfermeil Sound & Light concept has, for several years, rested on the convergence of popular storytelling, natural scenery, and local participation. After Les Misérables and The Lady of Camels, the show turned toward the fairy-tale realm with Beauty and the Beast, a story about transformation, the gaze cast on others, and differences. The city notes that this edition will involve more than 100 extras, with a staging that combines 3D mapping, dancers, horse riders, and outdoor holographic technology.

The venue is fully part of the experience. The Château des Cèdres, located in Montfermeil, becomes the centerpiece of the show. The façades, the trees and the outdoor spaces aren’t just backdrops: they’re woven into the scenography. The production sits within a heritage‑valorization approach for the town, while offering a glimpse into the work carried out by the artistic teams, city services and many volunteers. According to the city, nearly 300 habitants participate more broadly in this undertaking, on stage or backstage, from costume making to greeting the public.

The evening runs about 1h30 and is aimed at a family audience, with a recommendation for ages 6 and up. However, note: official information indicates a paid-ticket option, with pricing for the show alone and dinner-and-show packages.

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