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Ancient Masks Meet Modern Truths: Nice’s Festival International Commedia dell’Arte Turns Ten

June 5, 2025

A distinctive annual event, which has become a beloved staple not only of Niçois theatre culture but also of Europe's festival circuit, celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

(No) Strings Attached: Puppets From All Over the World Invade Nice

NATJA IGNEY

May 12, 2025

Local Buzz

FORMA, a new festival, gives a tantalizing glimpse into the fascinating universe of marionettes where old ritual meets radical stagecraft and rare objects speak across cultures and centuries.

The 2023 Festival de Commedia Dell’Arte: A Tribute to French-Italian Friendship

NATJA IGNEY

June 18, 2023

Arts & Culture

Ciao amici, bonjour les amis! In its 8th edition, the popular Niçois summer event under Frédéric Rey’s reign reconnects with its Italian origins

Centre Culturel de La Providence: Where Catarina Segurana Meets Zoe Conway

NATJA IGNEY

March 18, 2023

Local Buzz

Tucked away in a quiet corner of Vieux Nice, there is an unassuming 17th century chapel. Tourists rarely venture to this hidden gem off the beaten path. But for international artists it is a coveted venue.