Culture

"Discover London's rich cultural scene in our Culture category. Immerse yourself in the artistic and creative world of the British capital through captivating articles on art, film, music, theater, literature and much more. Stay abreast of the exhibitions, festivals, concerts and cultural events that make the city tick. Explore the emerging talents, renowned artists and artistic trends shaping the cultural landscape.

Francine Joyce
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"The Auschwitz Women's Orchestra: the power of music, the strength of women

Exceptional meeting with Anne Sebba a few days before the publication of her book "The Women's Orchestra in Auschwitz" - a subject of frightening topicality.



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In England, the Jane Austen passion, 250 years after her birth

What writer can boast of having pins and T-shirts bearing her quotes? 250 years after her birth, Englishwoman Jane Austen enjoys unrivalled popularity, while continuing to captivate literature teachers.



Francine Joyce
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Dickens and expats

To mark its centenary, London's Dickens Museum invites you to discover its hidden treasures, a deeply moving vision of the capital.



Francine Joyce
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"Soil", the forgotten heritage of the environment on show at Somerset House

When art reveals the beauty of the ecosystem beneath our feet: a multi-faceted, multi-faceted exhibition to raise awareness of the earth's vital functions for all generations.



Francine Joyce
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Somerset House 2025: Destination Culture

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Somerset House is launching an innovative program at the intersection of past and future, art and contemporary technology.



Jérémie Raude-Leroy
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Epiphany and the galette des rois in London

January 6 is a unique day in London, with the celebration of Epiphany and the galette des rois. Part French tradition, part British adaptation, this article explores how this holiday is celebrated in the metropolis, linking communities through a sharing of flavors and customs.



Francine Joyce
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Tim Burton at the Design Museum

An enchanting retrospective of the career of Hollywood's most lunar director



Jérémie Raude-Leroy
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Rome: a thousand-year-old civilization still shaping our present day

On November 27 at 6:00 pm at the Lycée International de Londres, Professor Sylvie Pittia of the Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne will explore the fascinating heritage of Roman civilization in an exceptional lecture.



Francine Joyce
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Italian Renaissance Masters: The Royal Drawing Collection on display at Buckingham Palace

A major exhibition on the artistic sensibility of the great Italian painters of the 15th century, in the majestic setting of the Royal Palace of Charles III.



Jérémie Raude-Leroy
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Roman history in London: an exceptional lecture series

From November 2024 to June 2025, London will host a series of eight conferences dedicated to Roman civilization. Organized by the Association des Historiens, this event promises to shed new light on Rome's heritage through the contributions of eminent French academics.



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Documentary on the far right withdrawn from London Film Festival

The screening of a documentary on the far-right movement in the UK and Europe was cancelled this weekend at the London Film Festival (LFF), whose management cited fears for the "safety" of the event's staff.



Francine Joyce
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"Wild Photographer of the Year": an intimate encounter with wildlife

Winning photographs from the prestigious Concours Mondial on display at London's Natural History Museum



Francine Joyce
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Van Gogh exhibition: movement in color

The French years (1888 - 1890) at the National Gallery



Anne-Sophie Segondat
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Post-war women's life at Burgh House

The lives and emancipation of post-war women are at the heart of two exciting exhibitions at Burgh House in Hampstead.



Jean-Pascal Sibiet MBE
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Where is Madame Tussauds hiding?

Discover the fascinating story of Marie Tussaud, an Alsatian with an extraordinary destiny, who carved her own path in the world of wax, from the tumultuous French Revolution to the founding of the famous Tussaud Museum in London.