How A Niçois Woman’s Weapons Saved Her City
Among the many colourful characters in Nissart history, Catarina Segurana holds a special place in the hearts of locals, and for good reason.
Collectif 8’s Successful Highwire Act Between Theatre And Cinema
It is said that all truly great French theatre companies are in Paris. The work that Antibes-based Collectif 8 does, proves otherwise.
What do You Pair Italian Food With? Why, Culture, of Course!
Italy’s rich culinary patrimony is not the only delicious treat served up during the upcoming Week of Italian Food in the World.
When A Happy Prince Makes Miracles Happen
Today’s world can be a scary place. Isabelle Servol’s Théâtre de Lumière reminds us that goodness still exists, and builds bridges between cultures.
Big Apple Paging Mr. Marc Duret
Emmy Award season is upon us, and one Niçois actor has a standing invitation on the jury.
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.
Bataclan Rising from the Ashes of Terror
On the eve of the one year anniversary of the deadly Paris terror attack, the famed music venue reopens on November 12, 2016 with a Sting concert.
C’est Pas Classique! Oh Yes, it is!
The upcoming 12th edition of the annual classical music festival of a different kind takes a bow to art as a non-negotiable part of life.
L’Odyssée Is Making a Splash in French Cinemas
L’Odyssée, a newly released biopic, dives into the life story of Jacques Cousteau, one of the world’s greatest ocean explorers.
Cannes Goes to Mars – Are You Coming?
Big news both for space scientists and armchair astronauts: The ExoMars expedition just marked a huge milestone. And Cannes was on board.
July 14 Terror Attack: The Niçois Charity Auction No One Wants to Miss
An artist auction on 16th October is the latest in a series of fundraisers to support survivors and families of victims of the murderous Prom attack.
Italian: Beautiful beyond (Just) Words
The Boot’s design and creativity take centre stage at Nizza’s 16th “Italian Language in The World” Week this October.
Sport Rhymes with Elegance at A New Exhibit in Cannes
Early British visitors to the Riviera brought their love for noble outdoor sports with them, and French couturiers stood by the sidelines for inspiration.
All of Nice is a Stage During the Quinzaine des Théâtres
The programme for this year’s theatre festival, taking place this October, is finally out, and is well worth the long wait.
The Relevance of a Small Impertinent Niçois Theatre
Meagre cultural budgets, struggling theatres - what would possess you to open a new one? Théâtre L’Impertinent did, and was in for a surprise.