Paris Update Press Review
This Week's Good Reads about Paris and France
Christmas in Paris France 24 shows us Galeries Lafayette‘s fabulous Christmas tree and explains how Covid has affected holiday shopping in Paris. French cuisine A marshmallow made by a good French chef is a work of art, nothing like those … Read More
Saint-Saëns: Sonates & Trio
Quintessentially French Chamber Music
Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921) is a quintessentially Parisian composer. Born in the city, he went on to study at the Paris Conservatory before eventually becoming the organist at the glorious La Madeleine Church. Despite being a keen traveler, he lived in … Read More
Man Ray and Fashion
Rag Trade to Riches
Man Ray was Surrealism’s jokester and jack-of-all-trades. The impish-looking American was a painter (not a very successful one, though he saw it as his primary talent), photographer (known for his pioneering photograms, or “rayograms,” and many iconic images, such as … Read More
Tobey or Not To Be
The American Picasso
I rarely review gallery shows on Paris Update because there are just so many of them in the city that it would be outside the scope of the site, but every once in a while an exhibition goes beyond the … Read More
Marcel Proust
Proustmania
Note to readers: You may choose to read this commentary on the work of Proust here or listen to it on the audio file at the end of the article. Ever since I started these lockdown literary excursions last March, … Read More
Paris Update Press Review
Light at the End of the Tunnel?
A compendium of good reads about Paris and France in English. Illuminations The Christmas lights went on as usual on the Champs-Élysées on Sunday, but with fewer shoppers on hand since lockdown will not be eased and most stores won’t … Read More
The Canal Saint-Martin. © Paris Update
What's Happening in Paris This Week
For full details about an event, click on the title to visit the official Web site (in English when available).
Note to readers: With France once again in lockdown until at least December 1, all public events have been canceled. Listed below are online events and those that will continue in December and beyond.
November 26
From Paris to Cork
Paris-based artists Anne Cleary and Denis Connolly of The School of Looking give an online talk on their “Radio Hat Workshop,” for which they created hats that are also working radios, part of their science-inspired art exhibition “Invisible Light” at the Crawford Art Gallery in Cork, Ireland. Register here for the free webinar. Above: The exhibition © Centre Culturel Irlandais.
Online, 2pm
November 27
Director’s Q&A
Following an online screening of À Cœur Battant (The End of Love), Lost in Frenchlation presents a Q&A with the film’s director, Keren Ben Rafael, and screenwriter Elise Benroubi.
Online
Ongoing
Photography in quarantine
The Maison Européenne de la Photographie presents masterclasses, lectures and interviews with artists on its website and social media while the gallery remains closed.
Online
Ongoing
Indie films
The Cinémathèque Française is screening some unusual films from its catalog online (free).
Online
Through January 23
Online exhibitions
Galerie Templon invites you through its virtual doors: all three current exhibitions are now available to view online.
Online
Through November 30
Experimental film
Cinédoc streams experimental films online for Novembre Expérimental.
Online
Through November 29
Fine art
Fine Arts Paris goes online for 2020, with a range of galleries exhibiting on its website.
Online
Through December 1
Virtual Vuitton
The Fondation Louis Vuitton is sharing behind-the-scenes videos of its exhibitions throughout lockdown on FLV Chez Vous.
Online
Through December 1
Theater
The Comédie Française presents a season of online comedy: daily broadcasts and videos will be shared online.
Online
Through January 15
Outdoor art
While indoor exhibits are closed, the second edition of George V Monumental presents 10 giant sculptures by contemporary artist Manolo Valdés displayed along the famous Avenue George V.
Avenue George V, Paris
Ongoing
Free classes on French topics
Pandemonium U presents free Zoom classes in English on such topics as the role of small French villages in helping refugees and the death of Resistance hero Jean Moulin.
Online
Ongoing
Art from home
The Centre Pompidou presents its first virtual exhibition, devoted to Miró.
Online
Through December 18
Live from the Louvre
During the museum’s closure, the Louvre presents a series of Concerts en Direct, streamed live online. Check the website for specific dates and times.
Online
Ongoing
More live music
The Orchestre de Paris is streaming several of its autumn season concerts online. Visit the website to see which are being broadcast and to tune in.
Online
Ongoing
Get creative at home
The Centre Pompidou presents a wide range of videos, including visits to exhibitions, spotlights on artworks and periods, and a series for children.
Online
Ongoing
More art at home
The Palais de Tokyo offers interviews with artists and behind-the-scenes content on its YouTube channel for Palais à la Maison.
Online
Ongoing
More virtual art
The Grand Palais offers live lectures, virtual exhibitions and more on its website and social media.
Online
Through December 31
Cross-continental art
Artists from Africa, Asia and Oceania present work on the Tetraktys figure for Cabinet Da-End X, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the gallery’s opening.
Galerie Da-End, Paris
Through January 3
Art in the time of Covid
The Palais du Tokyo presents an online version of “Anticorps,” its exhibition showcasing 20 artists’ take on the reimagining of human relationships during the pandemic.
Online
Ongoing
Paris museum podcasts
Brighten up a lockdown walk with a podcast produced by Paris Musées.
Online
Through June 2021
Discovering art history
Learn how to appreciate and analyze art in its historical context in a range of masterclasses offered by Les Paris de l’Art 2020/21.
Various locations, Paris & Online
Through December 31
Contemporary arts festival
The Festival d’Automne presents leading talents in art, dance, film, theater and more from around the world.
Various venues, Paris & Île de France
Throughout lockdown
French film with English subtitles
Lost in Frenchlation has teamed up with Eyelet so users can watch independent French films directly on their website. First film is free.