Monday 14
Monacology
Having been postponed as a result of the pandemic in 2020, the 16th edition of Monacology will go ahead from Monday, June 14 until June 18 on Quai Antoine 1er.
Nearly 30 economic players of the Principality are set to participate in this annual environmental awareness event. Educational workshops will be on offer for all.
To discover more about this event, click here.
Tuesday 15
Chamber Music Concert – OPMC
The Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra presents this Grande Saison Chamber Music concert, from 18:30 at the Auditorium Rainier III.
On this occasion, the works of Britten and Mozart will be performed by a fine selection of artists. The star instruments of the evening are the violin, cello, and oboe.
To discover more about this concert, click here.
Wednesday 16
Celebrate Bloomsday
The Princess Grace Irish Library has got a treat for the Principality with its very first Bloomsday. Actors from the Monaco-Ireland Arts Society will wander around the Rock as Leopold Bloom once strolled the streets of Dublin.
The action will kick off in front of the Princess Grace Irish Library at 13:45, and will last 40 minutes. To discover more, click here.
Monte-Carlo Piano Masters 2021
The Monte-Carlo Music Masters competition is back, but this time the instrument of choice is the piano. This international competition will see the best pianists in the world compete for the only prize, the Prince Rainier III Prize of 30,000 Euros.
To discover more about the event, click here.
Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge Grand Finale
The highly anticipated Grand Finale of the 2021 Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge is finally upon us.
As in previous editions, this year’s Grande Finale will see a fantastic selection of finalists from around the world come together in the Oceanographic Museum to present their Ocean-friendly business plans to the jury. After a short period of deliberation, the winners will be announced in the 2021 MOPC Awards Ceremony.
As the official media partner of the challenge, NEWS.MC will be providing full coverage of the finals right from the Principality.
To reserve tickets for FREE through Eventbrite, click here. If you would like to attend the event online via Zoom, click here.
To discover more about the Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge and its organising partners, click here.
Thursday 17
Trio Goldberg concert at Saint Paul’s Anglican Church of Monaco
The Trio Goldberg will hold two exceptional concerts, the first of which will be held in St Paul’s Anglican Church in Monaco from 18:30 on Thursday, June 17.
Tickets can be bought at the door at the rate of 15 euros for adults.
Grand Bal des Princes et Princesses 2021
The fairytale ball of Monaco is back this year with another edition. As is customary, the event will begin with a red carpet entrance leading to the Salle Empire of the Hermitage Hotel, where guests will be able to enjoy cocktails, dancing, dinner, a show and more.
To discover more about the ball, click here.
Friday 18
60th Monte-Carlo Television Festival
The 60th Monte-Carlo Television Festival will open its anniversary edition at the Grimaldi Forum, with an Opening Ceremony which will present the members of the juries of the Golden Nymph awards.
Actors, directors and producers of international series will take to the red carpet of Monaco for this celebration of television, which will go on until its closing ceremony on Tuesday, June 22.
To learn more about the festival, those participating and the program, click here.
Pouce la Vie
After the success of the first two editions in 2018 and 2019, the Flavien Foundation presents Pouce la Vie # 3: The Tarantino Night. This year, the evening will be dedicated to the world of Quentin Tarantino’s films, thanks in particular to the presence of the Call Me Winston – The Tarantino Tribute orchestra.
All profits from the evening will be donated to the Flavien Foundation. The show will commence at 20:00 at the Auditorium Rainier III. To reserve tickets, click here.
Trio Goldberg concert at the Saint Micheal’s Anglican Church of Beaulieu Sur-Mer
The second Trio Goldberg concert will take place in Saint Michael’s Anglican Church in Beaulieu-Sur-Mer on Friday, June 18.
Tickets can be bought at the door at the rate of 15 euros for adults.
Saturday 19
Natasha St-Pier concert
The Diocese of Monaco presents this Natasha St-Pier concert, which will take place on Saturday, June 19 from 20:00 at the Auditorium Rainier III.
Tickets can be reserved here.
World Rugby Sevens Repechage
Continuing to play a role in world rugby, the Principality is set to host the final Olympic rugby qualification event ahead of Tokyo ‘2020’, which will actually be held this year after the pandemic postponed the Olympic games.
The Stade Louis II is expected to host up to 5,000 rugby fans on June 19 and 20, as they gather to watch 12 women’s teams and 10 men’s teams compete to secure the remaining few places in Tokyo.
From June 8, everyone is welcome to buy tickets directly in Monaco at the ticket offices at the Stade Louis II’s entrance. A day ticket will cost 10 euros per person, except for Monaco students, who can claim their tickets for just five euros.
Ongoing
Sergio Fermariello ‘Inventum’ Exposition – at the Galerie Adriano Ribolzi
Until end of August. The exhibition continues to relate the story of a unique and daring encounter between four artists with different horizons. Fermariello’s works are paintings with figures that can be interpreted as warriors.
Looking Forward
Entrevue au Féminin
“An exhibition where four women artists, a writer and the Galimard Perfume House express, their idea of feminine sensuality.” This exhibition will be run from June 24 to July 16 at the Maison de France in Monaco. Discover more here.
Artcurial auctions
Artcurial Monaco has a lot on offer in July with several auctions throughout the month.
July 19
Artcurial Monaco Motorcar Auction – at the Hermitage Hotel from 16:00
July 20
Artcurial Monaco Jewellery Auction – at the Hermitage Hotel from 14:00
Artcurial Monaco Important Watches Auction – at the Hermitage Hotel from 18:00
July 21
Artcurial Monaco ‘Le Temps est Féminin’ Auction – at the Hermitage Hotel from 14:00
July 22
Artcurial Monaco Hermés & Luxury Bags Auction – at the Hermitage Hotel from 12:00
Artcurial Monaco ‘Monaco Sculptures’ Auction – at the Hermitage Hotel from 14:00
To discover more about Artcurial Monaco and each event, click here.
In the Cinema this week
This week, the Beaux-Arts Cinema has a big selection of screenings with something for everyone. See the full timetable for June 7 and June 8, below.
| Date | Time | Salle 1 | Salle 2 |
| Monday, June 14 | 14:00 | Chacun Chez Soi | Nobody |
| 16:15 | The Father | Envole-Moi | |
| 18:30 | Nobody | Conjuring 3: The Devil Made Me Do It | |
| 20:05 | The Father | Conjuring 3: The Devil Made Me Do It | |
| Tuesday, June 15 | 14:00 | The Father | Nobody |
| 16:15 | Chacun Chez Soi | Conjuring 3: The Devil Made Me Do It | |
| 18:30 | The Father | Tom and Jerry | |
| 20:05 | Conjuring 3: The Devil Made Me Do It | Chacun Chez Soi |
The Principality’s very own Open Air Cinema will return on June 20.
Featured image: The Golden Nymph Award of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival
