La Providence Honours Tabla Legend Zakir Hussain with Ramnath-Mehta Concert
Two virtuosos of Hindustani classical music perform in Nice this November in tribute to Zakir Hussain who revolutionized Indian rhythm
Ancient Masks Meet Modern Truths: Nice’s Festival International Commedia dell’Arte Turns Ten
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
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
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
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.
Harlequin, Pantalone & Co. on the Loose again at the 4th Festival Commedia dell’Arte de Nice
When Italy’s traditional and popular mask theatre meets Shakespeare and Molière in Nice, and an American gets in the mix, comedic alchemy happens.
Countdown to the Niçois Commedia Dell’Arte Festival Is On
How do Marco Polo, Romeo and Giulietta, Donizetti, and Carlo Boso get to share a playbill? Frédéric Rey has the secret.
Niçois Artists – Ambassadors of Culture, Architects of Peace
Nice is a magnificent city by all accounts. But this past Sunday, it showed the world its most beautiful face: that of friendship and solidarity