Arts & Culture

Monaco (10)

17.07.2012 0

Arts & Culture: Jean-Claude Christo exhibition launched in Monaco

Jean-Claude and Christo unwrapped

This month, the Entrepôt gallery in Monaco is launching its latest exhibition of photographs and lithographs showcasing the works by the conceptual artists Jean-Claude and Christo. Famed for concealing monuments around the world with huge pieces of cloth including the Reichstag in Germany and Pont-Neuf in Paris, this is a rare opportunity to discover, under one roof, the gigantic and monumental world of the artist-duo. Read more … Jean-Claude and Christo unwrapped

26.06.2012 0

Arts & Culture: Marc Quinn adds his latest creation to the Jardins des Boulingrins

Burning Desire at the Casino

Marc Quinn has installed his latest "Burning Desire" piece in the heart of Monaco following the exciting launch of his collection in the Principality's Oceanographic Museum earlier this year. The flaming orchid represents Quinn's desires to break down the wall between art and science in a strong juxtaposition of power and nature.Read more … Burning Desire at the Casino

25.11.2011 0

Monaco: Toby Wright, "Art is the expression of the invisible by the visible"

Toby Wright marks 100 years of the Musée Océanographique

To celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the Musée Océanographique in 2010, British fine art painter, Toby Wright has produced a collection of works titled 'Portraits du Temple de la Mer' to mark the momentous occasion.

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Musée Océanographique in 2010, British fine art painter Toby Wright has produced a collection of works titled 'Portraits du Temple de la Mer'. The collection will be unveiled to the public at the start of December and will showcase a host of paintings which capture the monumental greatness of this iconic museum.

23.11.2011 0

Monaco: John McLaughlin takes to the stage for Monte Carlo Jazz Festival

Jazz stars hit the stage for annual festival

The Monte Carlo Jazz Festival, now in its 6th year, will present a host of jazz favourites between the 24th and 26th this month.

25.05.2011 0

Art & Culture: The Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra gives a sneak peek into line-ups for the coming season and Yakov Kreizberg legacy lives on

A new beginning with memories of the past

It is no surprise that the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic’s 2011-2012 season bears the ‘signature’ of Yakov Kreizberg, the Philharmonic artistic and musical director who died March 15.

24.05.2011 0

Arts & Culture: New book recalls a classic era in sport

The Golden Age of F1

Few spectator sports generate such excitement as Formula 1. The name refers to the most advanced and competitive of the FIA's racing formulae, a raw combination of speed, skill and daring that for nearly 50 years has captured the imagination of one famous photographer.

An eclectic programme in Cannes for the festive season

Django, Ballet and Opera

Lac des Cygnes - Copyright Anton Zavyalov

Two ballets, a music and dance spectacular, and a tribute to one of the world's greatest guitarists make up an eclectic festive programme in the Palais des Festivals in Cannes.

Art & Culture: 2010 Anna Lindh winner Sarfraz Manzoor

Beyond headlines

Five minutes into our interview and so far Sarfraz Manzoor has found out more about me than I have about him. The questions fly at me as we sit down in the bar at the Novotel in Monaco and I have to take a moment to remember that I'm the one who's come here to interview him - not the other way round.

Art & Culture: Londoner brings his sound to the Riviera

Radio Ga Ga

As a 10-year-old boy, Tris Kayo would grab his parents' LP collection and pretend he was a DJ on the radio; he would even record shows. "But that's where my foray into a broadcasting career ended," he says firmly, "I had no desire to be on the radio after that, it didn't even cross my mind." How then did Kayo end up with a show on one of Monaco’s premier stations?

Arts & Culture: More than meets the eye at Carré Doré.

Russia with love

Konstantin Khudyakov's works are coming soon (Free Flight, above)

Babes, bears, ballet and vodka: these may be some of the words that spring to mind when you think of Russia. Think about Russians in Monaco and you may also have a vision of Roman Abramovich on his super yacht or Anna Kournikova clones rushing between Prada and Gucci.

Local Top Stories

You are what you eat

Parents in France be warned. A recent study by ASEF has suggested that the ever prevalent British and American influence over diet is causing rising obesity among French children, backed up by the surprise statistic that one in five French kids is now overweight. They still know the difference between their carrots and their pears but sugary meals are making their way onto French tabletops, with a growing popularity.Read more … You are what you eat

This is how you do it

For the past two decades, Stars ‘n' Bars has been a prominent fixture in Monaco's restaurant scene; the only place in the Principality where sports stars and princes get the same treatment as postmen and five-year-olds. This year marks the restaurant's 20th anniversary, so The Riviera Times caught up with owner and creator Kate Powers, who shared with us some of her standout moments of the past 20 years, and revealed how she's managed to maintain a down to earth attitude in a region that is renowned for its opulence and over indulgence.Read more … This is how you do it

Cannes 2013: plunging necklines and lesbian romance

This year's Cannes Film Festival is likely to go down in history for its diamond heists, plunging necklines and, as day eight and nine revealed, its sense of mystery. With just two days to go until the closing ceremony, a clear frontrunner for the prized Palme d'Or is yet to emerge. Will family-friendly Steven Spielberg play it safe with Nebraska? Or is Abdellatif Kechiche's lesbian romance in line for the trophy?Read more … Cannes 2013: plunging necklines and lesbian romance

Event News

Successfully Navigating the UK and US University Application Process

Carfax Education Monaco is giving a talk entitled 'Successfully Navigating the UK and US University Application Process' at the CREM (Cercle des Résidents Etrangers de Monaco) on Thursday 15th November at 7pm. Read more … Successfully Navigating the UK and US University Application Process

Rencontre de Jardins luxury garden fair

We all want the perfect garden, a place where we can forget the world and enjoy the great outdoors. The problem is we often don't know how to get this perfect garden, nor how to realise it! This September allow yourself to be inspired and educated at the most luxurious and stylish of garden shows.Read more … Rencontre de Jardins luxury garden fair

It's a busy weekend ahead

Feed your mind, body and soul this weekend as the Riviera plays host to a range of different events and festivals that are sure to put a smile on your face. Add a touch of culture to your beach days or perhaps even a splash of sport. Whatever you choose to do this weekend, temperatures look set to stay in the 30s so get out of the house and into the glorious summer sunshine!Read more … It's a busy weekend ahead

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