Jean-Luc Gag: “Niçois Culture Is More Than Just Pan Bagnat!”
An apolitical and well-loved local public figure is one of Mayor Estrosi's best weapons in the arts and culture arena.
Nice’s Historic Abbey of St. Pons Reopens After Extensive Renovations
After having been closed for 20 years due to serious degradation, one of the city’s cultural jewels now shines in a new light
TNN: Curtain Call for Outgoing Director Irina Brook
At the end of the Brook era at the Théâtre National de Nice, the whimsical artist is leaving behind much more than just fond memories of remarkable theatre shows
The Regional 2018/19 Theatre Season: All Grown Up (but Plenty Playful)
After a few tumultuous years, Azurean theatres have (re)defined their identities. The result: an extraordinarily rich and interesting programme all around
Bringing Nice’s Archaeological Treasures Back to Life
Fascinating new projects and exhibitions reveal even more secrets of the city’s unique history and patrimony.
Inaugural Journées Niçoises Solidaires Kicking Off at Forum Jorge François
What started out as a practical university project, is set to become a new annual celebration of Niçois culinary culture while supporting charity
Théâtre Niçois de Francis Gag: Celebrating a Milestone Anniversary in Style
Turning 80 is a good reason for celebration ... and for a review of the history and exciting future of a Niçois cultural monument.
Nice’s XXXL Sized Version of the 2016 European Heritage Days
Local history buffs have never been more spoilt for choice than this coming weekend, with dozens of fantastic events celebrating our cultural patrimony.
Walking in the Footsteps of Niçois History
Five exceptional guided tours reveal untold secrets of Nice’s most significant historic sites.
Are Culture, Heritage, and Technology Mutually Compatible? Mais Oui!
The 21st century version of the French Revolution is well underway. It’s a digital one, right in your backyard
Theatre in Nice: Suiting the Action to the Word, the Word to the Action
Wherever there is a stage, Shakespeare’s wisdom is not far. The City of Nice has taken the famous Hamlet quote to heart.
Raising the Curtain on Awareness for Nice’s Great Theatre Scene
Times are tough for actors. The City of Nice wants to shine the spotlight on the terrific work they still manage to do.
As Quintessentially Niçois as Socca and the Negresco: Théâtre Francis Gag
Not many people in the world find themselves as heirs to a theater. Quite a challenge, especially when it’s the revered landmark of an entire city. (more…)...
A Glorious Past, a Radiant Future: Théâtre Francis Gag Turns 30
There may be larger or more prominent theatres in and around Nice but none is as beloved as the popular theatre that bears the name of one of the city’s all-time great.
2017/18 Theatre Season: Four Mirrors Held Up To Society
The region’s four leading theatres - TNN, Anthéa, TDG, and TFG - have radically different programmes in store this year, with their directors’ signature clearly legible on each one.