Tuesday 12
Stones Energy – Exhibition
Artist Ilham Eljadaoui explores the mysteries of gemstones to create unique works inspired by nature, animals, and the human body, combined with drawing and painting. A stunning visual experience awaits you until March 20 every day from 14:30 to 19:00. Don’t miss this immersion into the fascinating world of gems! Espace 22, 24 blvd d’Italie.
Les Sérénissimes de l’Humour – The Stand-up Comedy Festival
MONACO LIVE PRODUCTIONS is proud to present a festival of laughter at the 18th Les Sérénissimes de l’Humour comedy festival. Under the High Patronage of HSH Prince Albert II, the event will bring together an array of top comedians and actors for five days of fun at the GRIMALDI FORUM MONACO. Once again, Les Sérénissimes de l’Humour will be supporting the Fondation Flavien charity. From Tuesday, March 12 to Saturday , March 16 at the Grimaldi Forum Monaco. Discover more here.
Manolesco – The Art of the Cinema
Monaco in the Movies! The Audiovisual Institute of Monaco presents a a 1929 German silent film directed by Viktor Tourjansky which was partly shot in Monte Carlo and recently restored by the Murnau Foundation.
On Tuesday, March 12 March at 20:00 at the Théâtre des Variétés.
Rien ne s’oppose à la nuite – Fragments – Theatre
“My mother is dead, but I am handling a living material”. Multi-award winning best-sellier Rien ne s’oppose à la nuit paints a portrait of a mother, and through her that of a family in the shadow of tragedy, a family that is unique yet universal. Keeping an almost visceral connection with the book, author Delphine de Vigan has always refused to allow it to be adapted for the screen or stage. Actor Elsa Lepoivre, through her passion for the book, her enthusiasm, and her subtle grasp of its meaning, finally convinced the writer to let her lend her voice and portray her alone on the stage. On uesday, March 12 at 20:00 at the Théâtre Princesse Grace.
Discover more and reserve your tickets here.
Wednesday 13
Mental Load: A Mother’s Invisible Burden – Philosophy Workshop
The phrase “mental load” was coined by sociologists in the 1980s to describe the cognitive aspect of physical labour. The concept was quickly seized on by feminists to highlight the unrecognised burden that falls on women caring for their families. Mental load is now understood to refer to the psychological, cognitive, and emotional implications of looking after others, particularly young children, and the stress placed on women, who bear an unequal share of responsibility for care. Workshop organised by the association Les Rencontres Philosophiques de Monaco. On Wednesday, March 13 at 17:30 at the Centre Hospitalier Princesse Grace. Discover more here.
Sandro Compagnon, Ensemble Gilles Binchois – Le Printemps des Arts
To open this third edition of the Printemps des Arts de Monte-Carlo entitled “My End is My Beginning”, the Ensemble Gilles Binchois returns to the origins of the mass for the dead with Johannes Ockeghe’s Requiem, the oldest known. Sandro Compagnon’s saxophone brings a counterpoint of loops and modern rondos, to music by Luciano Berio and Bruno Mantovani. On Wednesday, March 13 at 20:00 at the Eglise Saint-Charles. Discover more here.
Thursday 14
Mothers of Africa fundraising dinner
A fun social evening for Mothers of Africa, a charity based in Monaco and the UK, will be held at the Indian Star restaurant in Beausoleil on Thursday, March 14 at 19:30. A special menu is arranged for 45 euros per person. Places are limited to 25 so be quick to book! Please contact Brett Barling at brettb@monaco.mc for more info and reserving the spot. Learn more about Mothers of Africa, a Charitable Incorporated Organisation here.
Les Divalala – Theatre
Triumphant, mischevious, and more entrancing than ever, Les Divalala are once again putting their unique stamp on hits by Johnny, Nougaro, Soprano, Oldelaf, Bashung, Elsa, and others. Three delightful a cappella voices filled with humour, light-heartedness and emotion, deftly transforming kitschness into elegance, reinterpreting classics and lesser known melodies in their own inimitable style. A kaleidoscopic show that explores the theme of love in a hundred and one different musical ways.
From Thursday, March 14 to Saturday, March 16 at 20:00 and Sunday, March 17 at 16:30 at the Théâtre des Muses. Discover more here.
Life as a Couple – Lecture
If the meaning of life is a number, it certainly isn’t “one”. There may be single-cell organisms, bacteria, yeast, plankton, and other protozoa… But even they need something else, namely an environment in which to exist. Every organic molecule, in addition to having a lifespan and sources of energy, is built on multiplicity, alterity, combinations of elements, carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, water… Naturally, such is the essence of life on Earth, the life of living things, but tells us nothing about the way in which humans choose to live that life. Lecture organised by the association Les Rencontres Philosophiques de Monaco. On Thursday, March 14 at 19:00 at the Théâtre Princesse Grace. Discover more here.
Symphonic Concert – Le Printemps des Arts
Conducted by Fabien Gabel, with Ruzan Mantashyan, soprano. Music by Strauss. On Thursday, March 14 at 20:00 at the Auditorium Rainier III. Reserve your tickets here.
Friday 15
Sayaka Shoji, Henri Demarquette, Jean-Frédéric Neuburger – Le Printemps des Arts
Sayaka Shoji, Henri Demarquette and Jean-Frédéric Neuburger condense the story of Beethoven’s art and life into one concert, from the composer’s very first work (Piano Trio Op. 1 No. 1) to his masterpiece, the “Archduke Trio”, the pinnacle of the genre and a model for generations of artists. On Friday, March 15 at 20:00 at the One Monte-Carlo. Discover more here.
Saturday 16
Lucile Richardot, Stefan Cifolelli, Het Collectief – Le Printemps des Arts
Le Het Collectief, Lucile Richardot and Stefan Cifolelli perform the chamber orchestra version of Das Lied von der Erde (Song of the Earth) composed by Reinbert de Leeuw, an intimate, focused piece that reinterprets Gustav Mahler’s work in an original new way. On Saturday, March 16 at 18:00 at the Auditorium Rainier III. Discover more here.
The Boundless Stuff of Dreams, Ensemble Orchestral Contemporain – Le Printemps des Arts
If you take care of the Earth,
it will take care of you
(Aboriginal proverb)
In a world premiere, Sophie Lacaze unveils her last chamber opera: inspired by Australian Aboriginal culture and its “dreamtime”, L’étoffe inépuisable du rêve is an ode to nature and the suffering world around us. On Saturday, March 16 at 20:00 at the Théâtre des Variétés. Discover more here.
Sunday 17
The Salt of the Earth – Le Printemps des Arts
For forty years, photographer Sebastião Salgado has travelled the continents in the footsteps of a rapidly changing human race. He has been witness to some of the major events of recent history, from international conflicts to famine and exodus… Now, he has embarked on a journey to discover majestic landscapes and rich wildlife as part of a vast photographic project, a tribute to the beauty of our planet. His life and work are brought to life through the eyes of his son Juliano, who accompanied him on his latest epic travels, and fellow photographer Wim Wenders.
On Sunday, March 17 at 11:00 at the Cinéma des Beaux-Arts. Discover more here.
Henri Demarquette – Le Printemps des Arts
The cellist Henri Demarquette embarks on an impressive solo adventure, combining the virtuoso dances of Johann Sebastian Bach with the inventive, sporty and playful suites of Benjamin Britten. On Sunday, March 17 at 18:00 at the Hauser & Wirth Gallery. Discover more here.
Ongoing
Winter Holidays – Oceanographic Museum
During the half-term holidays visitors are invited to get their reporter’s hat on and embark on a journey to discover the North and South Poles, by exploring five themed areas, including the unmissable “Immersion” featuring interactive projections. The epic voyage continues with a display of photographs by Greg Lecoeur entitled “Poles, Fragile Worlds”. Also, don’t miss the fascinating exhibition “The Prince and the Mediterranean”, which tells the story of Prince Rainier III’s close connection to the sea, and the Mediterranean in particular. And before you leave, why not try one of the numerous fun activities available, including an escape game, immerSEAve, and more. Explore the amazing world of the ocean and its marvels. Until, Sunday, March 10 at the Musée Océanographique de Monaco. Discover more and reserve your tickets here.
The Prince and the Mediterranean – Exhibition
As part of commemorations marking the centenary of Prince Rainier III (1923-2023), the Oceanographic Museum presents its new permanent exhibition, “The Prince and the Mediterranean”. Visitors to the exhibition, the Oceanographic Institute’s tribute to the unshakeable connection between Princer Rainier III and the ocean, and the Mediterranean Sea in particular, will step aboard his ship, Deo Juvante II. Guided by the voice of H.S.H. Princess Stéphanie, they will navigate through four fascinating spaces, each exploring a different facet of the Prince and his passion for all things aquatic. Until Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at Musée Océanographique de Monaco.
Pier Paolo Calzolari – Casa ideale – Exhibition
Pier Paolo Calzolari is known for the formal originality of a multidisciplinary art (painting, sculpture, but also performances understood in the sense of “acts of passion”), often using organic materials such as tobacco leaves, fire, or frost to create “installation pieces” that push the boundaries of contemporary art. This retrospective exhibition, entitled “Casa ideale”, is a rare opportunity to discover the world of an artist who has left his mark on the history of art through a mostly unconventional approach to the various artistic forms. Until Sunday, April 7 at the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco – Villa Paloma. Discover more here.
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, at the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco.
Looking forward
Monaco Ocean Week – Event
The environment will be the central theme of the 7th Monaco Ocean Week, with press conferences, workshops, symposiums, awards ceremonies, exhibitions, documentary screenings, and awareness campaigns, all focused on protecting the oceans. Organised by the Prince Albert II Foundation alongside the Oceanographic Institute of Monaco, the Centre Scientifique de Monaco, and the Yacht Club de Monaco. From Monday, March 18 to Saturday, March 23, Principality of Monaco.
MonacoUSA Networking Cocktail
On Tuesday, March 19, at the Conscientiae with the theme: TEDx Youth @ISMonaco.
TEDx is a global movement devoted to bringing Ideas Worth Spreading to communities around the globe. The International School of Monaco will host its third TEDxYouth Event on April 4 which will be shared with millions of viewers on YouTube. Meet the organizers. Free entry and free tombola, Cash Bar, all nationalities welcome!
The Princess and the Presidents – at the Princess Grace Irish Library
An illustrated talk on the relationship between the Prince’s Family and successive Irish presidents as seen through their correspondence. Based on her bestselling book The Presidents’ Letters: An Unexpected History of Ireland, journalist and author Flor MacCarthy, presents highlights which show the warm friendship between Ireland and Monaco which continues to this day. On Tuesday, March 19 at 14:30 at the Princess Grace Irish Library. Discover more here.
FEATURED IMAGE: Manolesco © Institut Audiovisuel de Monaco
