Art Critique

35th Martial Arts Festival
2020-06-27 | AccorHotels Arena, 8 Boulevard de Bercy, Paris, 75012, France
More than 300 experts, grand masters and champions, all disciplines combined, from the four corners of the world offer an exceptional martial arts show lasting more than 3 hours.

Drawing Now Art Fair Paris
2020-05-29 - 2020-06-01 | Carreau de Temple, 4 rue Eugène Spuller, Paris, 75003, France
For 4 days, the Drawing now fair brings together 75 art galleries at the Carreau du Temple to draw up a panel representative of the diversity of the world of contemporary drawing.

Paris Fair
2020-04-30 - 2020-05-11 | Porte de Versailles, 1 place de la Porte de Versailles, Paris, 75015, France
Every year, in the spring, the Parc des Expositions at the Porte de Versailles hosts the Paris Fair. This unmissable event, unique in Europe, attracts thousands of visitors during the fortnight. It gives pride of place to gastronomy and world cultures, but also to innovation, for which a Grand Prix is awarded.

Soy de Cuba
2020-04-28 - 2020-05-17 | Casino de Paris, 16 rue de Clichy, Paris, 75009, France
The Casino de Paris creates the event by programming the Cuban musical Soy de Cuba, retracing the true story of Ayala Yanetsy Morejon. Ayala lives modestly in her parents’ tobacco plantation, but dreams of conquering Havana through dance; one day, she leaves with only the address of the Soy de Cuba club in her pocket.

PICASSO COMICS
2020-03-31 - 2020-07-21 | Musée Picasso, 5 rue de Thorigny, Paris, 75003, France
In March, Pablo Picasso is honoured in three exhibitions: Picasso Comics and Picasso Poet presented at the Picasso Museum unveil two lesser-known facets of the artist’s work: his passion for the world of comics and his poetic writings.

Color Run Paris
2020-03-29
The concept of The Color Run™ is unique: a colourful 5 kilometre race through the streets of Paris. At the end of the race, all the participants of the Color Run gather for a group color throw with non-stop music on stage provided by DJs.

The Throne Fair
2020-03-28 - 2020-05-24 | Reuilly
Young and old come to have fun in the spring and discover or rediscover the 350 or so attractions on more than 10 hectares, at the Reuilly lawn, the oldest fun fair in France.

Maxime Vengerov
2020-03-26 20:30 - 21:30 (Europe/Paris) | Philharmonie de Paris, 221 avenue Jean Jaurès, Paris, 75019, France
Brahms’s three Sonatas for Violin and Piano, each with its own specific character, are among the must-haves of the genre. Maxim Vengerov’s princely bow, accompanied by Rustem Saitkulov, exalts their splendours.

Contemporary Art Fair Paris
2020-03-26 - 2020-03-29 | Porte de Versailles, 1 place de la Porte de Versailles, Paris, 75015, France
With more than 80 international galleries selected for their freshness, originality and choice of artists, Contemporary Art Fair Paris is at the crossroads of current trends in contemporary art by offering works that are affordable and accessible to all. From a few hundred euros to more expensive pieces, art is no longer the preserve of a privileged few!

Pompei
2020-03-25 - 2020-06-08 | Grand Palais, 3 avenue du Général Eisenhower, Paris, 75008, France
Through an immersive tour, the public is invited to enter the heart of one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the programme, 3D projection, sound and visual effects allow the reconstruction of the ancient city, the urban effervescence of the time and to experience the drama of the volcanic eruption.

Salon du dessin
2020-03-25 - 2020-03-30 | Palais Brongniart, 28 place de la Bourse, Paris, 75002, France
The Salon du Dessin is once again taking over the Palais Brongniart to introduce the general public to the world of collector’s drawings. Thanks to the presence of numerous French and foreign galleries, this unique Parisian event unveils a wide selection of works on paper.

The Seven Deadly Sins
2020-03-24 - 2020-03-29 | théâtre du Châtelet, 1 place du Châtelet, Paris, 75001, France
More than forty years after being created by Pina Bausch and ten years after her death, two ballets by the German dancer are performed at the Théâtre du Châtelet. Historical and younger dancers, all from Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch, give a powerful interpretation of “The Seven Deadly Sins” and her suite “Fürchtet euch nicht”, accompanied by texts by Bertolt Brecht and music by Kurt Weill, all against a background of feminist struggle.

James Tissot
2020-03-24 - 2020-07-19 | Musée d’Orsay, 1 rue de la Légion d'Honneur, Paris, 75007, France
At the Musée d’Orsay, an exceptional retrospective dedicated to James Tissot (from March 24 to July 19, 2020) promises to create the event. Between worldly portraits, contemporary scenes and biblical illustrations, the work of the painter of the second half of the 19th century promises to be a major exhibition of the year.

The Big Blue
2020-03-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Congrès de Paris, 2 place de la Porte Maillot, Paris, 75017, France
The Big blue, a cult film by the famous French director Luc Besson, is in concert at the Palais des Congrès in Paris as part of a first-ever tour of France, Switzerland and Belgium. For the occasion, Eric Serra and his musicians invite spectators to rediscover this essential work, released on screens a little over thirty years ago. On stage, they perform live the music from the film during the projection. A unique immersive experience, rich in emotions.

Don Giovanni
2020-03-21 - 2020-03-24 | Palais Garnier, Place de l'Opéra, Paris, 75009, France
Don Giovanni tells the universal story of Don Juan, whose aim is to submit all women to his desire. The show, directed by Ivo van Hove, puts the spectators in a position of permanent questioning in relation to the myth of the seducer.

Mario Luraschi : Fascination
2020-03-20 - 2020-03-22 | Palais des Sports, 34 boulevard Victor, Paris, 75015, France
For the first time, the man-band of the horse Mario Luraschi is back on stage. This show crowns 50 years of equestrian career: on a 1000m² stage with his troop of 15 riders, the artist takes us on a journey through time, his history of the horse, the great frescoes of the cinema and the equestrian tradition.

Christo and Jeanne Claude
2020-03-18 - 2020-06-15 | Centre Pompidou, Place Georges-Pompidou, Paris, 75004, France
While Christo’s artistic project is to “package” the Arc de Triomphe in September 2020, the Centre Pompidou is dedicating an exhibition to the visual artist couple Christo and Jeanne-Claude (from 18 March to 15 June 2020) known as Christo, focusing on their installations and monumental urban Parisian works created between 1958 and 1964.

The Open Art Fair
2020-03-18 | Duke of York Square, King's Road, London, SW3 4LY, United Kingdom
Unlike a number of fairs in the art world, the Open Art Fair encompasses a wide range of objects from antiquities to contemporary art. Boasting thousands of items by a number of inter-disciplinary dealers in Chelsea, attendees are privy to an impressive collection of works to consider, ‘superb cocktails and delicious artisanal food.’

‘Titian: Love, Desire, Death’
2020-03-16 - 2020-06-14 | The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom
Six large-scale paintings were commissioned by Prince Phillip of Spain in 1551 that chronicled the myths of love, temptation, and punishment. Today, those paintings are spread across four countries, but ‘Love, Desire, Death,’ will make for a once in a lifetime experience as five of the six paintings will come together at the National Gallery in London. Prime examples of high Renaissance art, the series was dubbed the ‘Poesies’ by Titan. While, five will be at the National Gallery, the sixth will also be in London at the Wallace Collection meaning visitors could see all six in one day.

Morcheeba
2020-03-15
Pioneer of the English Trip-Hop scene with 8 albums to his credit, selling more than 10 million copies, Morcheeba is back on stage in Paris.

Circulations Festival
2020-03-14 - 2020-05-10 | Centqauatre
The new talents of the European photography scene meet at the Centquatre for the festival Circulation(s). A real springboard for young photographers, this festival concentrates contemporary creativity and makes it accessible to visitors. Bringing together professionalism, passion and talent, Circulation(s) attracts both the general public of art lovers and the greatest photographers.

France-Ireland Six Nations Tournament
2020-03-14
Europe’s best nations meet in the traditional VI Nations Tournament. England, Wales, Ireland, Scotland, Italy and France will face each other for five weeks.

100%
2020-03-12 | La Villette, 211 avenue Jean Jaurès, Paris, France
Theatre, dance…, the festival 100% brings together creations never seen before in France to be discovered in the different spaces of La Villette (Grande Halle, Pavillon Villette…).

Destination Nature
2020-03-12 - 2020-03-15 | Porte de Versailles, 1 place de la Porte de Versailles, Paris, 75015, France
For 4 days, the Porte de Versailles Exhibition Centre will host the Destinations Nature exhibition, dedicated to hiking enthusiasts. Looking for ideas for your next trail race? Looking for equipment? You will find answers to your questions at one of the invited exhibitors, at one of the conferences or by visiting the exhibitions held on site.

‘Andy Warhol’
2020-03-12 - 2020-09-06 | Tate Modern, Bankside, London, SE1 9TG, United Kingdom
Coming back to Tate after nearly two decades, more than 100 works will feature in the self-tiled exhibition of works by Andy Warhol. Among those will be some of Warhol’s most iconic images including prints of Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, Coca-Cola bottles, and Campbell soup cans.

Affordable Art Fair
2020-03-12 - 2020-03-15 | Evolution London, Queenstown Road, London, SW8 4NW, United Kingdom
Located in Battersea Park, the Affordable Art Fair is exactly that: a fair that most anyone can find something affordable. With more than 100 international galleries represented, this fair offers works by contemporary artists priced between £100 and $6,000.

‘Cecil Beaton’s Bright Young Things’
2020-03-12 - 2020-06-07 | National Portrait Gallery, St Martin's Place, London, WC2H 0HE, United Kingdom
As we enter the roaring twenties of the 22nd century, take a look back at the twenties and thirties through the lens of British photographer Cecil Beaton. ‘Bright Young Things’ traces Beaton’s life and career from life as a middle-class child to sought-after photographer. The exhibition will feature works by artists like Rex Whistler, Henry Lamb, and Augustus John alongside Beaton’s photographs.

Journeys around the Mediterranean
2020-03-11 - 2020-12-31 | Atelier des Lumières, 38 Rue Saint-Maur, Paris, 75011, France
This exhibition offers a touring itinerary from Impressionism to modernity. After Van Gogh, this new digital exhibition reveals the link between artistic creation and the Mediterranean shores, the major basins of modernity. An immersion in the masterpieces of some twenty artists: Renoir, Monet, Pissarro, Matisse, Signac, Derain, Vlaminck, Dufy, Chagall…

Paris Manga
2020-03-07 - 2020-03-08 | Porte de Versailles, 1 place de la Porte de Versailles, Paris, 75015, France
The Festival Paris Manga & Sci-fi Show 2020 will take place from Saturday 7 March 2020 to Sunday 8 March 2020 in Paris – Paris Expo Porte De Versailles. On the program of the Festival Paris Manga & Sci-fi Show 2020, discover many artists in Paris.

‘Aubrey Beardsley’
2020-03-04 - 2020-05-25 | Tate Britain, Millbank, London, United Kingdom
A draughtsman and an illustrator whose life and career were cut short, Aubrey Beardsley was nothing short of shocking to his late-Victorian counterparts. His black and white prints were provocative and at Tate Britain, more than 200 of Beardsley’s works will be on view.
