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N°0034 August-October 2014

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From Until Exhibition Place and Description Jardin des Plantes 9/6/14 11/24/14 For the Paris Design Week and throughout the fall, designer Alexis Tricoire invests in an amazing and amusing way the enchanting and exuberant greenhouses of the Paris Botanical Garden. Around 20 installations in the spirit of vegetable atmospheres and land art will be hosted in the four new greenhouses dedicated to tropical rainforest vegetation, deserts, Hybridization New Caledonia and the history of plants. 9/11/14 9/21/14 The Biennale des Antiquaires is the highlight on the calendar of the Paris art market, coming after the summer break and setting the tone for a host of exhibitions in the city's galleries. The Nave will be welcoming the world's leading antique dealers, and top jewelers in an exquisite setting created by the renowned decorator Jacques Grange inspired from the

Biennial of Antiques and of the Trianons . 9/12/14 1/19/15 Jacquemart-André Museum Considered by his contemporaries as one of the greatest painters in Italy, Perugino (1450-1523) pioneered a new style of painting during the last decades of the 15th century and the first two of 16th century, which profoundly influenced the period. The exhibition of some sixty paintings will establish a direct link between Perugino's and Raphael's works in Perugino, Master of relation to two main foci – landscape and portrait. Raphael 9/17/14 2/2/15 Grand Palais Niki de Saint Phalle (1930-2002) is one of the most renowned artists from the mid-twentieth century. Throughout her prolific career, Saint Phalle created a complex body of work in various media which was deeply embedded with socio-political issues. The exhibition is organized in collaboration with the Réunion des musées nationaux - Grand Palais and the , with the kind participation of the Niki Charitable Art Foundation. Niki de Saint Phale 9/17/14 1/5/15 Orangerie Museum A painter, engraver, and also an art critic, writer and poet, Emile Bernard is a key personality in the development of modern art. In the late 1880s, he launched the Cloisonnist style that was to become so important for Gauguin and Van Gogh, as well as for the Nabis. His art invariably bears the stamp of an inquisitive, tormented mind in search of the absolute in art. Emile Bernard 9/17/14 2/15/15 Maillol Museum The Borgias, the Renaissance statesmen, popes and personalities, patronized some of the most important artists of the time, Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael and Bellini among them. The age of blood and scandal was also an era of scientific inquiry, overseas conquests and artistic prosperity, and the Borgias stood at its vanguard. Major Italian institutions and From Leonardo to private collectors have collaborated on this exhibition; Michelangelo and some works will be shown in Paris for the first The Borgias and their time time. 9/18/14 1/18/15 Marmottan-Monet Museum Although it is one of the world’s most famous artworks, Impression Sunrise, has never been thoroughly studied. For its 80th anniversary, the Musée Marmottan-Monet, which has the painting in its collection since 1940, conducted a real investigation to shed light on many mysteries long left unanswered. The painting is exhibited alongside Impression sunrise twenty-five works by Monet and fifty-five paintings The true story of a Claude and photographs by Turner, Renoir, Pissarro, Sisley, Le Monet masterpiece Gray and Jongkind. 9/24/14 1/5/15 Pompidou Centre For some, Marcel Duchamp alone represents modernity in art. He introduced radical change into the art world with his "ready-mades", effectively killing off painting. However he himself was originally, a painter. The Pompidou Centre takes another look at the legacy left by Duchamp with this retrospective brought up to date but based on the exhibition designed for the Marcel Duchamp, paintings, inauguration of the Centre in 1977. even 10/1/14 1/18/15 Grand Palais Hokusai was a bold artist who changed his signature some fifty times. He left us a body of work that is both abundant and varied including The great wave off Kanagawa which is probably the most famous example of Japanese art in the West. A unique opportunity to discover the works of this artist from

Hokusai ukiyo-e. 10/2/14 3/8/15 Pinacothèque of Paris The Kama Sutra makes up one of the major texts of medieval Hinduism. The exhibition, unadvised for minors, will explain the erotic aesthetics specific to the Indian cultural life and to Hinduism. It will also attempt to understand why the Western world casts such a

The Kamasutra: Spirituaity and deformed look on that very unusual book. erotism in Indian art 10/4/14 3/1/15 Art Ludique – the Museum This new exhibition by Art Ludique-Le Musée, Studio Ghibli Layout Designs: Understanding the secrets of Takahata and Miyazaki animation is a wonderful opportunity to shine the spotlight on the creators of films that have made a deep impression on our imagination, allowing people to discover the important artistic dimension behind films that have inspired them to dream. 10/7/14 2/8/15 Quai Branly Museum The Maya civilization was very advanced in various fields: architecture, astronomy, writing, art and mathematics. During your "journey" over the mysterious Mayan lands, discover the mysteries surrounding the history of this great Mesoamerican civilization. Guided by the stars, the Mayas' secrets

The Mayas have remained buried for a very long time. 10/8/14 1/5/15 Pompidou Centre The retrospective of Frank Gehry’s work is a first in Europe. It traces the milestones of his career through the presentation of fifty projects that best represent his work, including the Guggenheim museum in Bilbao, the in Switzerland or the in New York. Paris recognizes him in the Cinémathèque Française but also the completely new Louis-Vuitton Foundation, next to the Jardin d’Acclimatation, The scenography of this exhibition is

Frank Gehry signed by the architect himself. 10/14/15 1/25/15 Jeu de Paume Museum A retrospective of the great American photographer Garry Winogrand (1928-1984), famous for his photographs of the American post-war period. A street photographer, he was a witness of his time immortalizing New York and the United States from Garry Winogrand the 1950s until the early 1980s. 10/14/14 1/25/15 Orsay Museum Following the analysis of the writer Annie Le Brun, a specialist of Alphonse Donatien de Sade (1740–1814), the exhibition will be focusing on the revolution of representation opened up by the author's writings. Topics addressed will be the ferocity and singularity of deviation, extremes, the monstrous, desire as a principle of excess and imaginary, through works by Homage to Marquis Sade Goya, Gericault, Ingres, Rops, Rodin, Picasso.

10/15/14 1/5/15 Museum On the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the Baccarat manufactory, the Petit Palais revives the splendor of the Universal Exhibitions. More than three hundred pieces from the famous Lorraine manufactory is complemented by prestigious loans from the Orsay Museum, the , the Decorative Bacarat crystal treasures Arts, the City of Ceramics, the Arts and Crafts, the Château de Compiegne and the of Nancy. 10/17/14 1/19/15 Louvre Museum History of medieval Morocco is told at the Louvre Museum, in a new exhibition that reveals the supremacy of the Empire of Morocco, whose political and diplomatic area included a part of Andalusia. The works presented in the Hall Napoléon refer to this rich period of Moroccan History, the source of its modernity in the fields of architectural decoration, Treasures of medieval textiles, and calligraphy. Morroco

Exhibits still running Until Exhibition Description and place 10/26 Discover this special exhibition marking the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between France and China: paintings, furniture, lacquer and porcelain... more than one hundred and fifty works are collected together with the aim of tracing the French taste China at Versailles, art and for Chinese art especially during the reign of Louis XIV diplomacy in the 18 th century onwards. 11/2 Museum of Decorative Arts The fashion designer, Dries van Noten, has been invited to showcase his own world and creative vision. This is not a retrospective, nor a fashion exhibition. It’s about creativity. There are more than 400 objects on show, including the Museum’s own collections, works of art lent by other museums, galleries and private collections, but always in relationship with van Noten’s creations. Dries van Noten « Inspirations » 11/ 2 Galliera museum Drawn from the Palais Galliera collection, the remarkable pieces of the most famous couturiers as well as others now forgotten (Jean Dessès , Madeleine Vramant , Lola Prusac), this exhibition retraces the evolution of the female form through the decade 1947–1957: from the birth of the New Look to the death of Christian and the advent of Yves The 50’s Fashion in France Saint Laurent. This was haute couture's golden age, when Paris regained its title of world fashion capital. 1/11/15 Decorative arts museum Organised by the Bard Graduate Center in New York, the Swedish wooden Toys exhibition explores Swedish play culture via a selection of more than 250 toys and documents from the Sovrintendenza Capitolina ai Beni Culturali di Roma Capitale in Rome, the Brio Lekoseum at Osby in Sweden, and the musée des Arts décoratifs in Paris.

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Opera, Ballet and Concerts Dates Place Performance Type 9/1 -9/7 Opera Garnier The Tanztheater Wuppertal, which has just Ballet – Pina celebrated its fortieth anniversary, returns to Bausch the stage with Two Cigarettes in the Dark. 9/8 – 10/12 Opera Bastille La Traviata Opera After Dumas son, it was Verdi’s turn to immortalize the Dame aux camellias in a cruel and sublime masterpiece, one of the repertoire’s most gripping. 9/20 – 10/4 Op era Garnier Three fundamental works from the Ballet – repertoire that interact with each other Lander/Forsythe contributing to the study of a classical technique which continues to evolve both as an intellectual discipline and as a living art form. 9/19 – 11/3 The barber of Seville Opera Buffa Undoubtedly the most famous opera buffa in the history of music and an eternal source of delight –directed by Damiano Michieletto. 9/10 Opera Garnier For this first concert of the cycle dedicated to Concert the integrality of Beethoven's symphonies, Philippe Jordan chooses to play the 2nd symphony and the 7th symphony, two powerful and brilliant works. 10/10 – 11/28 Opera Bastille Tosca – New Production Opera A spectacle at once primitive and decadent, Tosca remains what might be called the opera of operas in this new production signed by Pierre Audi.

Sporting events

From To Where Description Event 9/28 9/28 Paris - Starting mid-morning, more than 24,000 participants Paris -Versailles Race Versailles from all over the world will run from the to Versailles, where they will finish the race on the Avenue de Paris. A 16 kilometers race, the Paris- Versailles welcomes all runners, whether or not they are members of the French Federation of Athletics. If you're not participating, why not cheer them on along the route? 10/4 10/5 Longchamp The Qatar Prix de l' is considered by many Quatar “prix Arc de race to be the top event on the international racing calendar. Triomphe » This global sporting event puts France among the top racing nations and has played an important role in the promotion of French thoroughbred breeding. 10/27 11/2 Palais Big matches at Bercy. Since it was first held in 1986, Paris's BNP Paribas Masters 2014 Omnisports second most important tennis tournament has continued at Bercy to attract the best players in the world. The BNP Paribas Masters takes place indoors, on a hard surface, and the competition lasts one week. This event marks the end of the season, as it is the 9th and last stop on the ATP Masters Series.

Fairs and Other Events

From to Event Place and Description 9/5 9/9 Paris-Nord Villepinte, Exhibition Centre Luxury and aesthetics. This trade fair is an international event for professionals in various interior decoration industries with a top reputation, this show is always at the cutting edge of aesthetics,

Maison et Objet new trends and fine quality on the market. 9/6 9/13 180 places all over Paris Imagined as an itinerary—free-ranging and free of charge, Paris Design Week brings together the major players in design in Paris Furniture, decoration, fashion, gastronomy, art, and the art of living under the banner of design, all the paths to creation intersect in the very place they emerged: showrooms, concept stores, designers' workshops, galleries, Paris design week cultural institutions, hotels and restaurants.

9/13 9/13 The aim of the Techno Parade , organized by the Technopol association, is to promote the French electronic music scene with a large-scale, fun, open- air musical event for everyone, totally free of charge. The group Dirtyphonics sponsors the Parade. Techno Parade 9/13 9/13 Park of Saint-Cloud Billed as the biggest fireworks display in Europe, the fireworks at Saint Cloud on 13 September 2014 are going to be spectacular. With the display lasting 1 hour 50 minutes, expect to be awed and amazed. Fireworks at Saint-Cloud 9/20 9/21 Several historical monuments in Paris Every year since 1984, the European Heritage Days kick off the Autumn cultural season in style. This festival comprises a host of kinds of activities which promote the appreciation of history and art at sites which are a part of French and European cultural heritage. Tours of the Elysée Palace, the Senate, or of European Cultural Heritage Days the Hotel de Matignon are an absolute must in Paris! 9/23 9/26 Porte de Versailles (Paris, 15 e) Exhibition Centre Travel fair. The IFTM Top Resa is one of the most important tourism trade shows in France, The trade show deals all aspects of tourism, including events, leisure and business. It is a key professional appointment allowing visitors to meet, negotiate, and understand market trends. network IFTM 9/23 10/1 Calling the fash pack. "Fashion Week" was launched in 1943, in order to help American designers to get their latest creations in the spotlight. Since then, Fashion Week has become a golden opportunity for international fashion designers to present their collections in New York, but also in Europe. Fashion Weeks also take place in London, Milan, Madrid, and of course in Paris, the capital of fashion! Paris Fashion Week 10/10 10/19 Porte de Versailles (Paris, 15 e) Exhibition Centre The biggest and the best motor show: from design to power, elegance to sporting excellence, the Motor Show explores all avenues and presents a wide choice. The expo is the perfect time to meet professionals, get some advice, compare models, find great deals and maybe even leave with a new set of keys! The show boasts over 300 brands from 23 countries who will be exhibiting models in a space Paris international Motor Show which measures nearly 80,000 m². 10/18 10/19 Le Bourget Exhibition Centre Indulge your passion for vintage cars. Hundreds of vintage cars are showcased and on display in the stands of the Clubs village in an 15,000 square metre exhibition space. Visitors can buy spare parts, make contact with artisans with specialist expertise, seek advice, photograph classic cars from the plainest to the most spectacular... So come and indulge a passion for vintage cars at Le Bourget! Automédon Fair 10/4 10/4 Several sites in Paris and Ile de France Under the direction of José-Manuel Gonçalves, director of the Centquatre, around fifty artists, including thirty international artists will invest the left bank of the city for the Nuit Blanche with their latest artistic creations. The city as a whole stays up for a massive nocturnal art festival, Do not miss the GRA “Grande Randonnée artistique” invented for Nuit Blanche this year. 10/23 10/26 Grand Palais and several outdoor sites The International Contemporary Art Fair or FIAC, is to the French capital what the Frieze Fair is to London. In short, it is one of the major events on the international contemporary art scene. Held under the soaring glass roof of the Grand Palais and some outdoor sites seasoned collectors and first time

FIAC visitors come from all over the world to look at and invest in the work of important modern and contemporary artists. 10/29 11/2 Porte de Versailles (Paris, 15 e) Exhibition Centre The chocolate event of the year.Join master chocolatiers and world-renowned chefs, artisan producers and keen foodies for the ultimate chocolate experience. The Salon du Chocolat in Paris is the world’s largest chocolate-themed gathering, bringing together around 130,000 chocolate-lovers

Salon du chocolat from all around the globe. 10/29 11/2 Porte de Versailles (Paris, 15 e) Exhibition Centre Over five days, all the latest trends and video game consoles will be showcased at this event. All the major publishers and manufacturers of video games will be present in the impressive 20,000 m² surface area for the Paris fair. A key event for fans of video

Paris Games Week games. 10/30 11/3 Place and boulevard de la Bastille Over 500 stalls display and sell contemporary art from all over France. This big contemporary art fair is the best place to find the newest gems of modern art! Come out to try to spot tomorrow's big artists.

Great Market of Contemporary Art