Arts &amp; Culture

January 31, 2018

In its fourth season, Irina Brook’s signature play is preparing for a big national tour. First stop: the venerable Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord in Paris

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The Biskra Oasis, Seen through the Eyes of Henri Matisse

January 24, 2018

A small but interesting exhibit at the Musée Matisse in Nice shines the light on the Algerian desert town that influenced some of Europe’s most celebrated artists

Shake Nice, Shake Foot, Shake Stagnant Minds

January 20, 2018

For the upcoming fourth edition of the annual Shakespeare festival, TNN and OGC Nice are teaming up for an unlikely match. The winner? Everyone.

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Juan Diego Flórez sings for Monte-Carlo Opera

January 9, 2018

The new year gets off to a grand start for Monte-Carlo Opera this month, with a production of Jacques Offenbach’s Les Contes d’Hoffmann, starring the charismatic Peruvian tenor Juan Diego Flórez.

Botero and Picasso – a Dialogue in Aix this Winter

FLORENCE DUBOSC

December 22, 2017

One is famous for his inflated forms and exaggerated figures, while the other is the father of Cubism and one of the most influential artists (if not the most influential) of the 20th century.

Cannes Malmaison hosts La Suite Vollard Picasso

Picasso’s Vollard Suite, Engraved in Cannes’ Memories

December 19, 2017

For the first time assembled and shown in its entirety, the exhibit of the Spanish artist’s 100 etchings at the Malmaison is a cultural highlight not to be missed

A Festive Feast of Delights on the Riviera

December 3, 2017

Traditionally, December on the Riviera sparkles with a tempting array of concerts and productions, so here we take a look at some of the cultural highlights of the Christmas season.

Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Birth of Bonnard

FLORENCE DUBOSC

November 28, 2017

To recognise and celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of its namesake, the musée Bonnard in Le Cannet is hosting a special exhibition that runs until January 2018.

Collectif 8’s Surrealistic Trip to Slave Island

November 12, 2017

In Gaële Boghossian’s skillful hands, L’Île des Esclaves, one of classic French literature’s signature pieces, receives a stunning 21st century makeover.

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Banish those Winter Chills with a Night at the Opera

November 1, 2017

With winter hovering on the horizon, we have the Riviera opera season to take our minds off those chilly nights, and this month we feature two very exciting productions.

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A Diverse Quartet from Ballet Nice Méditerranée

October 1, 2017

There’s an interesting programme from Ballet Nice Méditerranée this month of October, featuring four works by four different choreographers.

Galerie Lympia in Nice Welcomes Giacometti and His Last Works

FLORENCE DUBOSC

September 23, 2017

Nice is currently hosting its first ever exhibition dedicated to the works of Alberto Giacometti in the newly inaugurated Galerie Lympia.

2017/18 Theatre Season: Four Mirrors Held Up To Society

September 12, 2017

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.

An Enticing Offer from the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic

September 7, 2017