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Dossier De Presse PRESS KIT Brussels, 17th April 2013 Fête de l'Iris 2013 “See you on 4th and 5th May next for the Fête de l’Iris ! This key occasion in Brussels life reminds us how proud we can be of our identity and reveals the wonderful treasures and joie de vivre of our Region. » Charles Picqué Minister-President of the Government of the Brussels-Capital Region The Brussels-Capital Region celebrates Europe and unveils a new image to the general public On 4th and 5th May 2013, the Brussels-Capital Region celebrates its 24 summers. The perfect opportunity to reaffirm its identity, hopes and ambitions. This key occasion in Brussels life reminds the people of Brussels how proud they can be of belonging here and shows visitors the wonderful treasures and joie de vivre of our Region. « be.brussels » The new «be.brussels» brand, chosen by the Region for its communication purposes, emphasises the role of the federal capital of the Brussels Region by adding the «be» of Belgium, thus symbolising the coming- together, coexistence and ongoing cooperation of the three national communities throughout the region. But «be» also reminds us of the opening-up of Brussels onto Europe and the rest of the world. From summer 2014, this new brand will also become the Internet address of the Region. Therefore, the Web extension «.brussels» will, gradually, towards the middle of next year, replace «.be» for all the key regional players as well as for all those who, whether business enterprises or individuals, wish to associate their name with that of their region. The iris, flower of the marshlands where Brussels came into being The Fête de l’Iris is the opportunity for the Region to highlight its creativity, sociability and incredible cultural effervescence! For two days, the Mont des Arts district will play host to free shows, organised activities, workshops and concerts. This year, the Fête de l'Iris joins forces with Europe Day, which takes place the same weekend, adopting the theme of "Brussels and Europe". Place des Palais concerts Saturday 4th May 2013 19 : 00 The Annarbor Rock and pop galore from this Belgian band, whose latest album "Fireworks", released in February this year, is a big hit. A powerful, slightly rasping, captivating voice. A guitar sometimes folk (I want to slow down), sometimes pop (Satellite Wings). Thrilling piano playing, a double bass for warmth, and assertive drums. Some whistling that makes us want to hit the deserted roads of America in search of adventure. Bound for Ann Arbor, a small town in Michigan : geographical and musical influences very much in evidence. 20 : 30 The Hooverphonic with Orchestra This cult Belgian band has pulled off rock, pop and trip hop. After 15 years at the top of their game, two platinum records and the Ultratop Download Award in 2012, Alex Callier, Raymond Geerts and Noémie Wolfs are realising their dream: to give their music the dimension it deserves by performing it with a big symphony orchestra. A gigantic concert in prospect. Sunday 5th May 2013 18 : 00 Le Grand Jojo Le Grand Jojo embodies a certain idea of ‘belgitude’ : fond of a laugh and full of fun, out of step with our rather gloomy times. He reminds us advisedly of the lighter side of life. After practising a series of different occupations, commercial artist and strip cartoonist, juke box salesman, record shop owner and musician, he began producing atmospheric songs in the early seventies and it was then that the character of the Grand Jojo was born. Many hits followed with popular songs and superb tangos with surreal and offbeat lyrics. With his album "Grand Best Of" in the Top 10 best-selling records for several weeks, he’s making a successful comeback with his big hits rooted in the collective unconscious, such as ‘On a soif’, ‘Jules César’, ‘Victor le footbaliste’ and ‘E viva Mexico'. 20 : 00 MisterCover A band that takes you on a journey through the world of Rock, Soul, French chanson and Pop from the fifties to the present-day. It revives the greatest hits of legendary artists such as the Beatles, U2, Police, De Palmas, Blues Brothers, Lenny Kravitz, Rolling Stones, Manu Chao, Queen, Bob Marley, Pink Floyd, Ray Charles, Téléphone and Madonna… In other words, there’s something to suit all tastes and ages. With just one objective: to set the stage alight ! Les Rues en Fête (The Streets in Festive Spirit) Sunday 5th May 12 : 00 to 18 : 00 This part of the Fête de l'Iris is a real showcase of Brussels, Belgian and international artists. It turns the spotlight on the performing arts with a programme that brings together what they do best in Brussels and elsewhere. A real, colourful and quirky staging of the urban space: the street becomes common ground for coming together, interacting and being amazed. Place Royale Brussels Info Place (BIP) The BIP courtyard will host "Bruxelles m’as-tu vu" (Brussels have you seen me) : family fun activities organised by Patrimoine à Roulettes, offering the chance to (re)discover the heritage of the Brussels- Capital Region: music quiz, coconut shies, ‘Memory géant’ (memory-test game) on places of entertainment in Brussels’ monumental heritage. Music by the brass-rock band Alimentation générale and, to mark BIP’s 5 years, festive happening by the Fla gel collective. www.biponline.be Brussels Vintage Parade (Belgium) The real ‘Caravane du Tour’ procession of the Brussels Vintage Parade, the first retro bike ride in Brussels, which will be held in September, will be previewed at the Fête de l’Iris. Double-decker bus, brass band, antique bicycles galore and vintage photo space… Everything is combined to take you back, for an afternoon, to the charm of yesteryear. « Rosebud » by Théâtre d'un jour (Belgium) A giant snowball that surrounds a classical singer and a piano - with pianist – who revisit, in "classical" style, the greatest hits of the Beatles, Joe Dassin, Dalida and many others. Totally offbeat. www.t1j.be Rue Montagne de la Cour « Ceci 3. 0 » by Fadunito (Spain) A wheelchair seems to have been abandoned in the middle of the street but suddenly it starts to move and speaks to us: something to demystify prejudices against disability. www.fadunito.com Musée des Instruments de Musique / Musical Instruments Museum Saturday 15: 00 - Duo de Jordaan Music for harpsichord by JC Bach (Sonata in A major, op. 18/5), JS Bach (Prelude and fugue in A minor, BWV 865 and in C sharp minor, BWV 849), J Haydn (Il Maestro e lo scolare, Hob. XVIIa:1) and WA Mozart (Sonata in C major, KV521) - musicians: Anthony Abouhamad and Adam Jaffe. Sunday 15 : 00 -Trio Innocence Goedele Taveirne (piano), Laure Campion (singing, piano) and Sabine Schmitz (clarinet) Programme: L. Spohr (Sechs deutsche Lieder), M. Castelnuovo-Tedesco (sonata for clarinet), B. Godard (French chansons). www.mim.be Photomatique (Belgium) A retro photo booth for a glamorous and funny photo session. Original souvenir: 3 colour or black and white poses. Propaganza (Belgium) Art without limits: the artists of this collective come from all backgrounds and express themselves in Street Art and alternative advertising. Fascinating and surprising. www.propaganza.be Récré à sons (Belgium) Récré à sons creates a space consisting of fifteen or so different instruments, where adults and children can, in the form of games, give free rein to their desires to play with sounds. The distinctive and elaborate nature of these sound structures offers children and adults broad scope for discovering, experimenting, improvising and interacting. www.la-recre-a-sons.be Place du Musée: Village des Enfants / Children’s Village Discochoux (France/Belgium) A magical place for the little ones ... and even the grown-ups. Seeing, creating, painting, listening to music or just relaxing: cloth weaving, creative workshops... Plenty to reveal hidden talents. www.discochoux.canalblog.com Les Oiseaux sans tête (France/Belgium) A collective that sets up a creative, fun and unique village where you can make flying objects, do giant coloured pictures and drawings, have a great time while learning a whole heap of things and create lasting memories for yourselves. www.ostcollective.org « More about Ficelle » by Perrine Stas (France/Belgium) A huge treasure-trove of textiles where you can dive in and create jewellery and other accessories made for and by the children. They cut, sew, put together ... anything goes. www.perrinestas.com « Farfadet » by Théâtre d'un jour (Belgium) Pedal-driven merry-go-round propelled by hilarious garden gnomes who will entertain Mum and Dad. Just one condition: weigh less than 40 kg. www.t1j.be « Cycloballons » by Circomédie (Belgium) Dog, cat, lion, flower or hat: no shape stops the balloon sculptor. But to obtain his balloon, he’ll have to pedal to inflate it! www.circomedie.be As well as these activities, giant trampolines, an inflatable castle, face-painting activities and much more besides to brighten up the day! Parc du Mont des Arts Cie Act of Angels (Belgium) Three singers with captivating voices and in glittering costumes, sitting on moving swings and their singing that sweeps away the astounded audience. Music to move you. www.actofangels.com Cirqu'Conflex (Belgium) Workshop introducing you to balancing and juggling : giant ball, rope, rolla-bogas, pedalgo, balls, clubs, diabolo... www.cirqu-conflex.be « Pic et pic et colliers d'arbres » by les Rimbelles (Belgium) Les Rimbelles, an urban art collective, do Yard Bombing and cover trees with wool graffiti. You only have to touch them to rediscover the child in you. www.etjedanse.be L’Arbre à Idées / The Ideas Tree In Parc du Mont des Arts, the public is given the opportunity to express its opinion and ideas on what the Region should become within the framework of Brussels’ candidature for "European Green Capital 2015".
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