Local Duo Madame Monsieur is French Entry at 2018 Eurovision
The verdict is out: Vence-based electro-pop duo Madame Monsieur will represent France in the 2018 Eurovision Song Contest in Lisbon.
French Rapper MC Solaar Back with New Album and Tour
France’s biggest-selling rapper, MC Solaar, is back after a hiatus of more than 10 years with a new album, Géopoétique, and a tour that will take him to the Palais Nikaïa in Nice at the end of the year.
Vive la Baguette – the Next UNESCO Cultural Treasure?
French bakers want one of the country's best-known breads, the baguette, to be listed as a UNESCO Cultural Treasure
Step into Patrick Moya’s Universe at the Galerie Lympia
A multi-talented artist, and one of the most famous exponents of the L’École de Nice movement alongside Cesar, Arman and Ben, Patrick Moya is to be found just about everywhere on the Côte d’Azur.
The Extraordinary Life of Romain Gary Hits the Silver Screen
Romain Gary’s life reads like a novel, so it was just a matter of time before his fictionalized memoir, La Promesse de l’aube, was adapted into a feature film.
Botero and Picasso – a Dialogue in Aix this Winter
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.
Yann Arthus-Bertrand Coming to Monaco this December
Our planet, in all its natural and human diversity, is at the heart of Yann Arthus-Bertrand’s talk and exhibition this December in Monaco.
Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Birth of Bonnard
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.
New Liz Magor Exhibit Raises Questions about Mass Production
With a career spanning more than 40 years, Liz Magor is regarded as one of the most influential contemporary sculptors, inspiring many young artist with themes that include consumerism and individualism.
Carla Bruni’s French Touch is Coming to Monaco
For years, Carla Bruni was known as France’s First Lady, remaining quietly by her husband’s side. But that was then.
Pictures of Tibet – the Beautiful and Spiritual Journey of Matthieu Ricard
Few know the Himalayas as well as Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard, a French humanitarian who is also a close confidante of the Dalai Lama.
Newly Awakened Bordeaux is THE Destination of the Moment
Once known as the “Sleeping Beauty”, the French city of Bordeaux has been given a new lease of life over the last few decades, thanks to a major makeover.
Picasso’s Beloved Mougins Estate Has a New Owner
Pablo Picasso’s Mougins estate has recently sold for just over €20 million, a bargain for the new owner in a sale that was just the latest twist in a long-running saga.
Learn All About the 7 Wonders of Olive Oil with Alice Alech
We meet with author Alice Alech to learn more about her recent book “The 7 Wonders of Olive Oil” and to discuss the benefits of this golden elixir.
Galerie Lympia in Nice Welcomes Giacometti and His Last Works
Nice is currently hosting its first ever exhibition dedicated to the works of Alberto Giacometti in the newly inaugurated Galerie Lympia.