Events

Wednesday, April 21, 2010 (9)

Apr 21, 2010
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
April 13, 2010
Tuesday

  • "Le Taxi" à New York

  • Apr 13, 2010 at 1:30pm to Apr 22, 2010 at 3:00pm
  • Location: Rizzoli Bookstore- Manhattan/ Greenlight+ BookCourt - Brooklyn
  • Description: Bonjour,je vous invite à rejoindre Maud Franklin qui lira des extraits de son livre "Le Taxi" dont j'ai réalisé la version dessinée.Chacun de ces événements sera accompagné d'une exposition des dessins et sera suivi d'une réception.mardi 13 avril - 17.30-19h Rizzoli Bookstore / Manhattan - 31 West 57th Streetvendredi 16 avril - 19.30 Greenlight Bookstore / Fort Green - 686 Fulton Streetjeudi 22 avril - 19.00 BookCourt / Boerum Hill - 163 Court StreetVoici quelques articles que vous pouvez consulter, d'autres suivront très prochainement sur French Creative Connection et French Morning.http://www.telerama.fr/livre/c-est-une-question-je-saispas,52881.phphttp://www.franceamerique.com/articles/2010/04/05/un_taxi_nomme_desir.htmlJ'espère que vous serez nombreux à venir nous rencontrer et à soutenir ces initiatives privées de libraires qui souhaitent ouvrir leurs portes à la littérature de langue française.Je vous dis donc à très bientôtNathalie/////////////////////Nathalie Trovatohttp://www.
  • Created by: nathalie Trovato
April 14, 2010
Wednesday

  • Théâtre : La Dame aux Camélias à New York - elle vous attend nombreux!

  • Apr 14, 2010 at 4:00pm to Apr 25, 2010 at 5:30pm
  • Location: Arclight Theatre
  • Description: Invitation à cette unique aventure New Yorkaise!!!Toute la francophonie (ou presque) y est! Les Français, les Belges, les Canadiens (Québécois), et bien entendu les Américains francophones.Article dans France-Amerique!Come and enjoy this wonderful play based on the great classic by Alexandre Dumas fils in a modern adaptation by René de Ceccatty, directed by Gérard Cherqui. There will be a translation so do not worry you'll enjoy one of the most romantic love stories of all times whether in the French original or in its English translation!The Lady of the Camellias in French in New York CityWHEN: April 14-25, 2010. Wednesday-Saturday at 8pm. Sunday at 6:30pm.WHERE: Arclight Theater. 152 West 71st Street. New York, NYTICKETS: www.smarttix.com (212) 868-4444 (group rates available)General Admission: $30-100 - Discount tickets available through APRIL 5thWed & Sun use code: LACADA - Thurs use code: DAME

    PascalEscriout, SofiLambert, MaxVabBel, et RichaudValls in La Dame eaux Camelias photo: K
  • Created by: Nora Armani
April 21, 2010
Wednesday

  • Battle of Black and Dogs at Yale Rep - May 8, 2010

  • Apr 21, 2010 from 11:30am to 7:00pm
  • Location: 2 hours from New York City
  • Description: Field trip to see a contemporary French playBattle of Black and Dogs at Yale Rep:Join La Comédie Française New York - actfrench.com for dinner and discussion in New Haven, followed by the performance of Bernard-Marie Koltès Battle of Black and Dogs at Yale Rep. Set in remote corner of Africa, Battle of Black and Dogs is a politically, sexually, and culturally charted tale of psychological warfare that erupts at an isolated construction compound. When a hired man mysteriously dies, his brother arrives at the compound to collect the body - and the site manager, his fiancé and an engineer all become embroiled in the cover up of the worker's death. The haunting thriller by acclaimed French writer Bernard-Marie Koltès is directed by visionary theatre artist Robert Woodruff, whose 2009 production of Notes from Underground was hailed as "a brilliantly original work of art" (The Boston Globe).SCHEDULE:Saturday May 8, 20103:30: Leave NYC (rides provided)6:00pm : dinner in New Haven, discussion
  • Created by: Manisha Snoyer - Actress/Teacher
 

  • French Culture Nights Present Pierre Henri Guérard

  • Apr 21, 2010 from 2:30pm to 9:00pm
  • Location: The High Bar Roof Top
  • Description: THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL REGISTRATION - PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE @ WWW.FRENCHCULTURENIGHTS.COM FOR A FREE ACCESS TO OUR HIGH NIGHT EVENT.Pierre-Henry was born on 1966 in Le Havre, France. From a family in the fireworks industry, he had always performed in the extraordinary celebration of life. Each painting or sculptures is telling a story, very close to Nature, Pierre-Henry puts an emphasis on farm animals, trees, lanscapes, all with a naive touch, from the heart of the child who refuses to grow old.Today, Pierre-Henry lives in New York City, after 11 years in Essaouira, Morocco, where the oriental lifestyle inspired a lot of his work. He’s an accomplished painter and sculptor. He owned two art galleries, one in Le Havre and one in Essaouira, L’Orange Bleue, Mogador.The admission fee of $10 is waived for those who pre-register online at FrenchCultureNights.com with code "NYIF". Admission includes a free copy of the COOL Guide to French Culture.FEATURED PERFORMERS on Wednesday, April 21 f
  • Created by: Enrique Gonzalez
 

  • French Culture Nights Take You to Morocco!

  • Apr 21, 2010 from 2:30pm to 9:00pm
  • Location: The High Bar Roof Top
  • Description: THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL REGISTRATION - PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE @ WWW.FRENCHCULTURENIGHTS.COM FOR A FREE ACCESS TO OUR HIGH NIGHT EVENT.The warm air of April takes French Culture Nights to Morocco, with jazz jewel MALIKA ZARRA on Wednesday, April 21.Each monthly French Culture Nights features a mix of visual and performance arts, in a casual but elegant setting. Morocco Night will take place at the the High Bar in Midtown, with an oasis of talented artists & performers. The evening is designed to encourage French-speakers of all backgrounds to mingle, enjoy the arts, and have fun.The admission fee of $10 is waived for those who pre-register online at FrenchCultureNights.com with code "NYIF". Admission includes a free copy of the COOL Guide to French Culture.FEATURED PERFORMERS on Wednesday, April 21 from 6.30pm to 1am at The High Bar (251 West 48 Street, at 8th Avenue)- Singer and songwriter MALIKA ZARRA (7.30pm)- Sculpture and paintings by PIERRE-HENRY GUERARD- Live oud guitar player PA
  • Created by: Enrique Gonzalez
 

  • Dinner Book swap

  • Apr 21, 2010 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm
  • Location: Bar Breton
  • Description: Participez au deuxième French book swap!On se donne rendez-vous dans un restaurant français. Cette fois-ci, on mangera des crèpes. Vous venez avec 1 ou 2 livres en français que vous souhaitez échanger contre un autre, vous n'oubliez pas votre appétit et votre bonne humeur!Ce sera l'occasion pour chacun de récupérer un nouveau livre et de faire de nouvelle connaissance autour d'un bon repas!Dinner Book swap le 21 avril au Bar Breton254 5th Ave(entre 28th St & 29th St)www.chefpiano.com/bar-bretonMerci de m'envoyer un email à jrlewis04@gmail.com si vous comptez venir
  • Created by: Julie Lewis
 

  • DJ Kyle Klef at French Culture Nights

  • Apr 21, 2010 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm
  • Location: The High Bar Roof Top
  • Description: THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL REGISTRATION - PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE @ WWW.FRENCHCULTURENIGHTS.COM FOR A FREE ACCESS TO OUR HIGH NIGHT EVENT.French Culture Nights Present DJ Kyle KlefKyle Klef is a DJ/producer from Casablanca who came to New York to pursue his music career. As an aspiring DJ he helped bring house music and world fusion to trendy East Village venues such as Spa and Le Souk. While rocking the club crowd by night, he pursued an audio engineering degree by day at the famous SAE Institute. Kyle Klef has also performed in fashion shows and private events throughout NYC and the Hamptons. His latest appearence was with The Real Housewives of New York City for Bravo TV. He is now working on releasing his first album and continuing his weekly residency at Le Souk.The admission fee of $10 is waived for those who pre-register online at FrenchCultureNights.com with code "NYIF". Admission includes a free copy of the COOL Guide to French Culture.FEATURED PERFORMERS on Wednesday, April 21 fr
  • Created by: Enrique Gonzalez
 

  • "Paris@Night" @ Bubble Lounge wsg Jennifer Johns

  • Apr 21, 2010 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
  • Location: Bubble Lounge
  • Description: Célia of the Grammy nominated Afropean duo Les Nubians brings you an original performance project..."Sitting at a table onstage with a glass of wine, Faussart appears to be a twenty-first century Edith Piaf, Josephine Baker, and Grace Jones rolled into one." -- Layla Macoran, NY Culture ExaminerBlue Nefertiti’s “Paris@Night” transforms any room into a Parisian nightclub.Seated at her cabaret table reciting the parodies of life, is the beautiful and mysterious La Femme Bleue. With her sensual stage presence and satyrical story-telling, she lures the audience into her world of experimental frequencies.. echos of musical legends throughout the cosmos. The sound scape is a mix of avant-garde originals and ingenious renditions of classics from the diaspora."The Ek’lectric Band... the precise combination of Trip-Hop, Jazz, Drum’n’Bass, Afrobeat, Caribbean and R&B."New songs and a very special guest Jennifer JohnsAPRIL 21, 2010The Bubble Lounge228 W Broadway :: NYDoors @ 8:30p2 sets: 9p & 10:
  • Created by: Blue Nefertiti