Tuesday 7
I Have Too Many Friends – Theatre
To be or not to be popular, that is the big question at the heart of I Have Too Many Friends, a true survival manual for any student entering middle school. Written by David Lescot, this show for audiences ages eight and up will be performed at the Princess Grace Theatre from 20:00 on Tuesday, November 7. Discover more and reserve your tickets here.
Dear – Film
As part of the Monaco Audiovisual Institute’s Art of Cinema series, the institution presents a screening of the 2009 Stephen Frears film Dear in its original version with French subtitles at the Théâtre des Variétés from 20:00 on Tuesday, November 7. Discover more and reserve tickets here.
Thursday 9
The Pink Line – Theatre
From Thursday, November 9 and every night thereafter until Sunday, November 12, The Pink Line will be performed in the Theatre des Muses, starring a comedic trio as three rather promiscuous telephone line operators in Paris during the roaring twenties.
The Thursday show will begin at 20:00. Discover more and reserve tickets here.
Friday 10
Perspectives in synchronicities – Film Lecture
The Monaco Audiovisual Institute will host a double short film screening of the works of DutchMAN Johan Van der Keuken, with introductions by director and teacher-researcher at Grenoble Alpes University, Vincent Sorrel. The session will begin at 19:00 on Friday, November 10. Discover more and reserve tickets here.
Saturday 11
No Finish Line 2023
Under the patronage of HSH Prince Albert II, the 24th edition of the No Finish Line charity running event will commence at 14:00 on Saturday, November 11 in Fontvieille.
Thanks to registrations, donors and sponsors, for each kilometer travelled, Children & Future donates one euro to support projects for disadvantaged or sick children. Discover more and register here.
East to West over the Himalayas – Talk
Lt. Colonel Johnny Fenn will be giving a talk, East to West over the Himalayas on Saturday, November 11, from 19:00 until 21:30 at St. Paul’s House. Contact alisonbearn007@gmail.com
Kids Nite – Children’s Theatre and Dinner
Under the patronage of HRH the Princess of Hanover, the Opera Garnier will become a special stage for the Extravaganza Circus Show for children, from 18:30. The show will be followed by a ‘Kids Cocktail’ dinner party at the Fairmont Monte-Carlo hotel, with proceeds going to the ‘Les Enfants de Frankie’ organisation in aid of sick and vulnerable children in Monaco and the surrounding region. Discover more and book a place here.
Sunday 12
Remembrance Day at St Paul’s Church
Remembrance Day, on Sunday November 12, will start at 10:30 with a special service, not Holy Communion. At 12:00 there will be a Service at the Churchill Memorial on ave. Grande Bretagne, and at 16:00 Solemn Sung Evensong with the 1662 Book of Common Prayer.
Chamber Music – OPMC
The Philharmonic Orchestra of Monaco presents a ‘Chamber Music’ session in the Auditorium Rainier III from 18:00 on Sunday, November 12, featuring violinist Gidon Kremer, pianist Mikhaïl Pletnev, and cellist Giedre Dirvanauskaite performing the works of Mozart, Schubert and Tchaikovsky. Discover more and reserve tickets here.
Ongoing
Polar Mission – Exhibition
Discover an immersive and interactive experience! Take on the role of a roving reporter and set off on a mission to explore the Polar regions! This new exhibition includes five thematic areas spread over two levels. Learn about the Poles and their wildlife, and the men and women who populate and explore them. Fascinating objects and documents, digital content and immersive devices come together to create a 360° experience. The great voyage can begin! Until Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco.
Rainier III, The Builder Prince – Exhibition
Over his 56-year reign, HSH Prince Rainier III profoundly shaped the Principality into the modern Monaco that we now know, rightly earning the nickname ‘the Builder Prince’. In line with the centenary celebrations of the birth of the Sovereign, an exhibition shining a light on just how much the former Prince permanently transformed the face of his state featuring models, plans, photographs and more that have never been shown before is available to the public until Sunday, December 31 at the Salle d’Exposition du Quai Antoine Ier. Read more in our article here.
Looking Forward
How To Be an Exceptional Business Leader in Extraordinary Times
The challenges facing today’s business world are extraordinary. We are living in a more connected, faster-paced and technologically driven world. The way we live and work is changing. History is inviting us to see the world anew. How can you be an exceptional business leader during these extraordinary times? Join entrepreneur, executive & leadership coach (member of the Forbes Coaching Council) and therapist and Gavin Sharpe for this lively presentation and lunch on Tuesday, November 14 at 12:30 to 14:30 at the Fairmont Monte Carlo. Discover more and reserve your tickets here.
Club Vivanova Luxury Lifestyle Gala
During the Monaco National Day weekend under the High Patronage of HSH Princess Stéphanie of Monaco, Club Vivanova and over 300 guests will host their ninth Edition Luxury Lifestyle Charity Gala Dinner in aid of Ecoute Cancer Réconfort and the Borneo Wildlife Preservation at the Salle d’Or Ballroom of the Fairmont Monte Carlo on Saturday, November 18.
This annual black-tie gala begins at 19:00 with an elegant Premier Cru Champagne cocktail, followed by a four-course gourmet wine dinner, a unique fashion show with ALTER Design by Pauline Ducruet (daughter of HSH Princess Stéphanie) and a charity auction hosted by Club Vivanova founder Bradley Mitton, the highlight of which will be an incredible painting of Princess Grace and Prince Rainer. Discover more here.
American Club of the Riviera Thanksgiving luncheon
The American Club of the Riviera will host its traditional Thanksgiving luncheon at the Hotel Hermitage in Monte-Carlo on Thursday, November 23. The venue will be the beautiful Salle Belle Epoque at the Hotel Hermitage, with a champagne reception beginning at 12:30, followed by a traditional American feast of turkey and all the trimmings. This event is open to all American Club members, to friends of the American Club and to all those who wish to experience an American Thanksgiving feast. If sold out, priority will be given to ACR Members. Discover more here.
Handel’s Messiah at Saint Paul’s Church
Event not to be missed! The Ristretto ensemble, under the baton of Errol Girdlestone will once again perform its magic on Saturday, December 9 at 19:00 at St Paul’s Church Monte-Carlo. Tickets 30€ are available via the FNAC or by reservation @ 06 83 53 23 50, ristrettovoices06@gmail.com. Read our story from the last year’s unforgettable performance here.
Featured image: Michelle Pfeiffer in the role of Léa de Lonval in ‘Dear’
