Starmania

Starmania will bring the year of work and creation to a close, with a bonus in this, the 10th anniversary year of EPAS.

Every year, the Mâcon-based school presents a renowned musical to the general public. In 2026, it's Luc Plamondon and Michel Berger's rock opera that is being revisited by the student artists on the EPAS professional training course and EPAS Junior. They will be performing on the stage of the Grand Théâtre - scène nationale de Mâcon... with live professional musicians to mark the 10th anniversary of EPAS!

In the first half, the musical Mamma Mia, performed by the adults in the EPAS leisure classes, will have the audience dancing to the music of Abba, and on Saturday afternoon, The Lion King will be revisited by the children and teenagers.

29 artists on stage and live professional musicians

The 19 students in the EPAS vocational training programme and the 10 young people in the EPAS Junior programme will be performing this legendary musical, under the artistic direction of Stéphanie Freyer, the school's director and choreographer. And to celebrate the school's 10th anniversary, five professional musicians will be playing the standards from this not-to-be-missed show live!

All the EPAS teachers - Isabelle Gorsse, Olivier Marcaud, Margot Couturier, Mélanie Guth, Romain Quigrat and Mathilde Cribier - are responsible for the songs, choreography and theatrical scenes.

Starmania, a visionary scenario

In the oppressive megalopolis of Monopolis, where life exists only through screens and neon lights, authoritarian billionaire Zéro Janvier attempts to seize total power alongside former icon Stella Spotlight.

Opposite this elite, the Black Stars gang, led by the rebellious Johnny Rockfort and the manipulative Sadia, sow chaos in order to exist, while waitress Marie-Jeanne wistfully observes Ziggy and host Cristal's desperate quest for glory. Between terrorist attacks, impossible love affairs and a thirst for fame, their destinies intertwine and collapse in an urban tragedy where the dream of being a star ends up consuming everyone's humanity.

Written over 45 years ago, this rock opera is disturbingly relevant today. In this age of social networking, artificial intelligence and climate change, the world of Monopolis resonates more than ever. Presenting Starmania in 2026 means questioning our relationship with image, urban loneliness and the desire for glory that sometimes consumes youth.

Each performer will have to find the organic truth of their character beyond the vocal performance to present the audience with a unique version of Starmania, as a co-creation with the students, teachers and musicians.

Part One: Mamma mia

Adults in the leisure classes will be performing an extract from Abba's legendary musical, to get the evening off to a great start!

They have been coached all year by Stéphanie Freyer in jazz and tap dance, Stéphanie Freyer and Izia Bernard in inclusive dance, Estelle Bernigal in drama and stage direction and Isabelle Gorsse in singing.

Synopsis:

On a Greek island paradise, Sophie is trying to discover her father's identity so that he can accompany her to her wedding. She secretly invites two former lovers of her mother, Donna, who see their past resurfacing twenty years later. Quiproquos and emotions ensue in a festive celebration of love and friendship.

Practical info: Friday 22/05 :

Refreshments and snacks from 6pm and at the interval.

Tickets available from 1 March 2026 (limited number of seats).

Possibility of using the Pass'Culture

Groups (+10 people) and works councils: book directly with EPAS to benefit from the reduced rate.

Tickets may be purchased on site from 7pm (subject to availability).

Younger children will be playing The Lion King on Saturday afternoon:

Inspired by the cartoon of the same name, the musical The Lion King will be performed by children and teenagers from the EPAS musical comedy and jazz dance classes on Saturday afternoon. They will be accompanied by the Ru'tagada orchestra led by Séverine Freyer, with her percussionist students from Montmerle-sur-Saône and Saint-Didier sur Chalaronne. Adults from the musical comedy and inclusive dance classes will also be supporting this show bringing together no fewer than 50 children and teenagers, and designed by Stéphanie Freyer (jazz dance), Stéphanie Freyer and Izia Bernard (inclusive dance), Estelle Bernigal (theatre & directing) and Isabelle Gorsse (singing).

Practical details:

Duration: approximately 45 minutes.