Alliance Française du Bengale
The French Revolution and its effect on the French colonies in India
July 9, 2019
The Alliance Française du Bengale in association with the Consulate General of France in Kolkata, the Institut Française en Inde and Setu Prakashani hosted the book launch for a translated edition of The Revolution and the French Establishments in India (1790-1793), on July 4 t...
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A talk on Gandhi and Rolland
May 31, 2019
Nobel laureate Romain Rolland, a French writer was one of the foremost European popularisers of Gandhi and even wrote his biography.
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French theatre artist brings the Marguerite Duras’ L’Amant to India
November 13, 2018
French theatre icon, Maud Andrieux performed a solo act based on Marguerite Duras's 'L'Amant' in Kolkata, concluding her tour across India.
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A visual retreat through the eyes of a French lady
October 30, 2018
As Kolkata is known for its oldest tradition of worshipping Goddesses Durga, Mireille-Joséphine Guézenne has captured various moods of Maa Durga (Mother Durga) in the city. To share and bolster her work and enthusiasm, the Indian Museum mounted a special exhibition in collabora...
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French food finds many takers in Kolkata
March 15, 2017
With upcoming festivals and numerous cafés, Kolkata is catering to the growing number of French food lovers in the city.
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Kolkata witnesses contemporary performances from across the globe
March 9, 2017
With international acts bringing in unique shows, theatre and performance arts in Kolkata are turning exciting and educating.
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Contemporary Artists from Vietnam – a unique exhibition
January 10, 2017
Taking a cue from dreams, the rhythm of life, voyages and people from unheard of lands a group of Vietnamese artists were inspired to bring their creations to India - exhibiting now in Kolkata.
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Butoh: Avant-garde theatre finds a space in Kolkata
January 6, 2017
The Japanese dance-theatre form, Butoh is slowly finding a place in the cultural space of Kolkata, with upcoming festivals such as the 2nd Kolkata International Butoh Festival serving as platforms for the promotion of the art.
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