Events

Tuesday, March 23, 2010 (10)

Mar 23, 2010
January 28, 2010
Thursday

  • French Fairytale Acting Classes for Kids at Galli Theater

  • Jan 28, 2010 at 11:00am to Mar 25, 2010 at 3:00pm
  • Location: Midtown Manhattan
  • Description: Galli Fairytale Theater, a non profit theater for children, announces NEW Fairytale Acting classes in French, Spring 2010.Thursdays, 4.30-6pm (ages 5-7)Kids practice to speak French through role play, character work and the development of a fairytale play. At the end we are presenting a show!Thurs Jan 28 - Thurs Mar 25 (9 classes)Please contact us at newyork@galli-group.com.Cost: $270.- ($220 for siblings)I
  • Created by: Simon Fuetterer
March 11, 2010
Thursday

  • Exposition "Splendeurs du Nu"

  • Mar 11, 2010 at 9:00am to Mar 31, 2010 at 2:00pm
  • Location: Pavillon d'Art Contemporain
  • Description: Pavillon d'Art Contemporain est une galerie située en plein quartier artistique de New York, Soho.A partir du 1 Mars et jusqu'au 31 Mars seront exposés les "Splendeurs du Nu ", les oeuvres de divers artistes européen.Ouverte au public du Mardi au Samedi de 2:00 pm à 6:00 pm.Entre les rues Lafayettes et Crosby, Métro Canal Street, ligne 6, N,Q, R, W.Pour tout renseignement, n'hésitez pas à me contacter :Adresse e-mail : emilie.lenglain@gmail.com
  • Created by: Emilie Lenglain
March 16, 2010
Tuesday

  • Odon, Weaver of Dreams

  • Mar 16, 2010 at 2:30pm to Mar 24, 2010 at 2:00pm
  • Location: FIAF Gallery
  • Description: Early in his career, Odon’s intensely personal and mysterious images were inspired by the Cobra movement (Copenhagen, Brussels, Amsterdam), a group of expressionist painters interested in freedom of color and form. In the 1970s Odon began experimenting with the inclusion of cut and woven modifications on the surfaces of his paintings. By the late 1970s this had evolved into an increasingly complex process of cutting, shredding, and braiding paper, painted by him on both sides, into never-ending, sunburst-like forms that he calls mandalas. The ancient form of the mandala, meaning circle in Sanskrit, is a common symbol of sacred power in many cultures, representing a cosmic diagram viewed from the human perspective.Odon’s works are dream-like meditations on the order of the world. The artist works slowly, weaving the flat, meticulously painted paper into magical endless webs. Through these circular sculptures, Odon presents the infinite in finite form and alludes to the natural energy an
  • Created by: Jennifer Kutsher
March 18, 2010
Thursday

  • L’Étoile - New York City Opera

  • Mar 18, 2010 at 3:00pm to Apr 3, 2010 at 9:30am
  • Location: Lincoln Center - David H. Koch Theatre
  • Description: L’Étoile“Man cannot live by champagne alone -- he also needs the music of Emmanuel Chabrier, which is the aesthetic equivalent of a chilled split of Dom Perignon.” – The Washington PostLa Belle Époque meets Broadway razzle-dazzle in Mark Lamos’s stylish staging inspired by Toulouse-Lautrec, bringing his famous can-can girls to life with effervescent dances choreographed by Seán Curran. Tenor Jean-Paul Fouchécourt stars in this caper about a king, an astrologer, and a hapless peddler.Thu, Mar 18 at 7Sat, Mar 20 at 8Fri, Mar 26 at 8Sun, Mar 28 at 1:30Thu, Apr 1 at 8Sat, Apr 3 at 1:30 (abridged Family Matinee)Sung in French with English supertitles
  • Created by: Joseph
March 19, 2010
Friday

  • Drew Tal " ON EDGE"

  • Mar 19, 2010 at 2:00pm to Apr 30, 2010 at 3:00pm
  • Location: 546 Broadway, PH 5B, New York, NY 10012
  • Description: We are welcoming you to the opening of Drew Tal "ON EDGE", at Emmanuel Fremin Gallery SoHoAbout Drew Tal:Drew Tal lives and works in New York City. His work combinesphotography with digital media to render highly stylized and realisticsymbolic imagery. Tal grew up in Israel where he was exposed to manydifferent religions, struggles, ethnicities, and cultures. Tal oftenfinds his inspiration through the experiences of his past. He focuseson faces and dramatic close-up portraits.His work is powerful and often highlights the complexities of faith,spirituality and the dialectics between man and gods.About Emmanuel Fremin Gallery:Emmanuel Fremin is a contemporary art gallery that mainly focuses onthe photography, videos, installations and multi platforms. They area non conformist gallery that showcases serene, spiritual orprovocative pieces.
  • Created by: Emmanuel Fremin
March 21, 2010
Sunday

  • French 2010 Oscar winner Logorama (w/ other 2010 nominated animated short films)

  • Mar 21, 2010 to Mar 24, 2010
  • Location: IFC Center
  • Description: The five films nominated for this year’s Academy Award for Best Animated Short, plus three additional films named to the Academy’s shortlist. Note: the first seven films in this program are suitable all ages; the final short, LOGORAMA, contains strong language.Mon, Mar 22 at: 11:15 AM, 3:35 PM, 8:00 PMTue, Mar 23 at: 11:15 AM, 3:35 PM, 8:00 PMWed, Mar 24 at: 11:15 AM, 3:35 PM, 8:00 PMThu, Mar 25 at: 11:15 AM, 3:35 PM, 8:00 PMThe program includes the following short films, in order of screening:FRENCH ROAST - In a fancy Parisian Café, an uptight businessman is about to pay the check when he finds out that he has lost his wallet. To save time he decides to order more coffee. (France, 8 min., Director: Fabrice O. Joubert)THE LADY AND THE REAPER (La Dama y la muerte) – A sweet old lady lives alone on her farm, waiting for death so that she can see her beloved husband once again. One night, she is invited to enter death’s domain, but someone will ruin it for her. (Spain, 8 min., Director: J
  • Created by: Quentin Jouberton
March 23, 2010
Tuesday

  • CinémaTuesdays: Toto the Hero

  • Mar 23, 2010 from 8:30am to 5:30pm
  • Location: Florence Gould Hall at French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF)
  • Description: Toto the HeroToto le HérosJaco van Dormael, 1991. Color. 91 min.With Michel Bouquet, Jo De Backer, Thomas Godet, Gisela UhlenIn French with English subtitlesA success at Cannes and the Césars, Toto the Hero is a mystical tale, told through flashbacks and flash forwards, of a man who believes his life is not his own. Seemingly switched at birth, Thomas endured tragedy and poverty while neighbor Alfred grew up carefree. Vibrant and enthralling.Showtimes at 12:30 and 7:30pm.$7 for FIAF members/students. $10 for non-members.Part of the series: The Whimsical World of Belgian Cinemahttp://www.fiaf.org/french%20film/winter2010/2010-03-ct-belgian-cinema.shtml
  • Created by: Jennifer Kutsher
 

  • Auxerre-PSG: 1/4 Finale de la CDF au Nevada Smiths Bar

  • Mar 23, 2010 from 11:45am to 1:45pm
  • Location: Nevada Smiths Bar
  • Description: Nous serons là pour montrer le match Auxerre -PSG , le quart de finale de la CDF, le match de la dernière chance pour sauver une saison pourrie!! AK a tout misé sur ce match, souhaitons pour une fois qu'il ait raison...Je reste perplexe mais passionné pour mon club, je conserve encore un petit espoir...Atteindre la finale sera une autre paire de manches tant les anti-parisiens de tout poil, y compris les politiques et officiels de la Ligue et de la FFF voudraient éviter de voir nos supporters envahir le SDF. Enfin, si en se qualifiant demain pour les demis, nous pouvions les faire trembler un peu.....Allez Paris, allez PSGPierrePSG NYC Club de Supporters
  • Created by: Pierre Watiez
 

  • CinémaTuesdays: I'm Hungry, I'm Cold / Ma Vie en Rose

  • Mar 23, 2010 from 12:00pm to 1:30pm
  • Location: Florence Gould Hall at French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF)
  • Description: I’m Hungry, I’m ColdJ’ai faim, j’ai froidChantal Akerman, 1984. B&W. 12 min.With Maria de MedeirosNote: No English subtitlesTwo young runaways head toward Paris from Brussels only to realize that the excitement of a journey can quickly sour into frustration. Originally part of the omnibus film Paris Seen By…20 Years After, which also included work by Philippe Garrel, this wry short now comfortably stands on its own.Ma Vie en RoseAlain Berliner, 1997. Color. 88 min.With Michèle Laroque, Jean-Philippe Écoffey,Hélène Vincent, Georges Du FresneIn French with English subtitlesLudovic is a seven-year-old boy who longs to be a girl. As parents, teachers, and friends react to his changing behavior, Ludovic remains resolute. His simple (yet inevitably complicating) wish stands at the center of this marvelous, profound film that won a Best Foreign Film Golden Globe and other international awards.Double screening at 4pm.$7 for FIAF members/students. $10 for non-members.
  • Created by: Jennifer Kutsher
 

  • Café Conversation

  • Mar 23, 2010 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
  • Location: Maison Francaise of Columbia University, 2nd floor
  • Description: Café Conversation at the Maison Française of Columbia University. Come and speak with native speakers and French students of all levels in an informal gathering.During the academic year, Café Conversation meets on Tuesdays from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the Maison Française of Columbia University, 2nd floor in Buell Hall. Join us for coffee, tea, cookies, and conversation in the kitchen. Informal gatherings are moderated by a native speaker. All levels are welcome.
  • Created by: Maison Française of Columbia