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| Novembre 2008
Chers amis,
Profitant d'une escale à Sydney, sur le chemin de Wellington, trois dessinateurs
de presse, Caro, Willem et Kichka nous
offrent leurs crobards. Indignés,
énervés, révoltés ou encore, mais plus
rarement, émerveillés, ils croquent le
monde d'un coup de crayon gras.
Deux mois après la vendange le
Beaujolais nous livre son premier jus :
venez le déguster bien frais, accompagné
de charcuterie, de fromages mais
aussi, de frites croustillantes grâce à
cette petite merveille de la nouvelle
technologie culinaire :
 l'ACTIFRY de Tefal.
Enfin, nous souhaitons la
bienvenue à Isabelle
Larrouy notre nouvelle
directrice des cours.
Amitiés francophones,
Hervé Devoulon
Directeur |
November 2008
Dear friends,
Taking advantage of three cartoonists’
stopover at Sydney en route to
Wellington, the Alliance Française
welcomes Caro, Willem and Kichka, who will stimulate debate with their
contentious caricatures. Indignant,
worked-up, rebellious or inspired, they
shock the world with a splash of ink
across the newspaper columns.
Two months after its harvest, Beaujolais
Nouveau will yield its first juices: come
and savour its youthful freshness,
accompanied by a selection of
cheeses, cold cuts and what’s
more, crispy hot chips thanks to
the little marvel of new cooking
technology: ACTIFRY, from Tefal.
Finally, we extend a warm
welcome to Isabelle Larrouy our
new deputy General Manager.
Best francophone wishes,
Hervé Devoulon
General Manager
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Thursday 6 November
Wine Appreciation Course
 Welcome to Wine Education with a Flair, by Stephane Pois During the evening you will try 3 Whites and 3 Reds from different regions around Australia. What colour is the wine? How do we taste? How do we drink wine? How to match wines and food? What are faults in wines? You will learn about the structure of a wine, balance, acidity, tannin... Most importantly, you will be able to share your comments. Members $45, Non-members $50. Limited seats, booking essential by 4 Nov 08
6.30pm - 8.30pm AF Café. No access to building after 7pm
Sunday 9 November
Alliance Française Brunch & Special Viewing of Monet and the Impressionists at the Art Gallery of NSW - NOW FULLY BOOKED!
 9am - Special viewing of Monet and the Impressionists 10am - Coffee and Pastries 10.30am - A talk in French, on art dealing and the fascinating history of the family business, given by M. René Gimpel, of Gimpel Fils gallery in London, and Galerie Gimpel et Müller in Paris. 11.30am - Tea and Coffee 12noon - Recreation of an important and poetic lecture, “Claude Monet ou le monde renversé” (1968) by Michel Butor. Delivered in French and fully illustrated. Centenary Auditorium, Lower Level 1. $55 full, $45 Alliance Française & Art Gallery Society members. Bookings: Art Gallery Society of NSW, Tel: (02) 9225 1878 www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/member/programs/events Please book early as seating is limited to ninety guests only.
Monday 10 November
3 Cartoonists in Sydney
 We are very lucky to catch 3 famous cartoonists on their way to the "Cartooning for Peace" exhibition & lecture in New Zealand. They’ll join us for an evening centred around their humorous and satirical drawings. You are invited to view the exhibition & participate in the debate with Caroline Rutz, Bernhard Willem Holtrop & Michel Kichka. Steve Panozzo, Vice President of the Australian Cartoonists Association will act as a Moderator for the event. Caroline Rutz comes from Switzerland. She is a cartoonist with the PME Magazine (monthly Swiss economic publication) where she makes her regular comment on national and international topics. Bernhard Willem Holtrop was born in the Netherlands. His cartoons, strips and comics are directly inspired by the world news & his chronicles depict the current cultural life (both emphasizing graphic expression) Michel Kichka is a freelance illustrator of editorial and political cartoons, comic strips, children’s books and advertising in Israel. Political in nature, Kichka’s work focuses primarily on current events surrounding the Middle East. UTS 2-4pm Workshop (building 6, level 5, room 570)AF Gallery 6.30pm-8pm Exhibition & Debate Avis aux amateurs de théâtre
Dans le cadre de l’AF, nous voulons mettre sur pied une association d’amateurs de théâtre. Cette association regrouperait des amateurs qui souhaitent s’impliquer en tant qu’acteurs, metteurs en scène, auteurs, ainsi que techniciens (maquilleurs, musique, costumes….) Travail sur un choix de textes français & leur mise en scène selon les lieux disponibles à Sydney. L’occasion de découvrir une nouvelle vocation, voire renforcer des talents? Nous insistons sur le côté amateur de cette activité, mais sérieuse dans sa volonté d’aboutir, et ludique dans son fontionnement. Merci d’envoyer votre confirmation d’intérêt, pour une première rencontre, à maxime.elgue@hotmail.com  Tuesday 25 November (until 19 December)Exhibition & Sale of Art Work
The Alliance Française is happy to welcome Serge Bousuge and his collection of Art from various artists, including etchings by Honoré Daumier. AF Gallery, launch on Tuesday 25 November 6.30pm to 8.30pm All welcome!
Thursday 20 November
Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé!
 Come and celebrate with us! Enjoying a "buffet campagnard" & sample the 2008 Beaujolais Nouveau, to the tune of the accordion!
 You will also sample hot chips prepared with Tefal’s new product: “ACTIFRY” - pleasure minus the guilt, thanks to an amazing new cooking technology! Bring your business cards along for a chance to win great prizes in our raffle. Places are limited, so book early on 9292 5700 to avoid disappointment. AF de Sydney, Le Grand Café. Members: $50, Non- Members: $60.6.30pm to 9.30pm. Sponsored by Tefal.
Wednesday 26 November
Lecture on Le Clézio by Dr Jacqueline Dutton, University of Melbourne
 When Le Clézio was announced as the 2008 Nobel laureate in literature, there were many questioning glances and raised eyebrows. Practically unknown in the English speaking world, he has, however, been fêted in France since his first prize-winning novel was published in 1963. With over 40 novels, essays, collections of short stories and translations to his name, Le Clézio’s work has attracted both critical acclaim and popular attention. But who is Le Clézio and why was he chosen by the Swedish Academy for this prestigious prize?
Jacqueline Dutton will present an overview of Le Clézio’s life and work to reveal what makes him the ideal choice for the Nobel laureate in literature. Drawing on her interviews with the author and studies of his work, she will explain how Le Clézio’s extensive travels and experiences of other cultures influence and shape his essentially humanist vision of the world.
AF Gallery 6.30-8.30pm. All welcome!
Friday 28 November
Parlons français, Chantons français, Jouons français!
Once again the Alliance Française de Sydney will be honouring the creative efforts of our primary and secondary school students of French at our annual School Award Ceremony. Poetry readings and a song and dance spectacular in French - all presented by students of French in NSW! After the ceremony, a delicious Francophone afternoon tea will be served.
Sincere thanks to all our sponsors:
Abbey’s Language Bookshop, Allegria Designs, Les Indiennes de Provence, Plaisirs de la vie (Home Décor), Bayard Jeunesse, Palace cinema, Ella Baché Coogee, Lolita Lempika (Cosmax), St Moritz Surf & Ski, Rollerblading Australia, Boules artistes, Le Petite Tarte Café, Le Pain Quotidien, Choco Cannelle Pâtisserie Fine, St Honoré Sourdough Bakery, La Mint restaurant.
AF Gallery, 1.45pm for 2pm
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Thursday 6 November
National Release:“Roman de Gare” by Claude Lelouch
 Best-selling author Judith Ralitzer is researching unlikely places to find characters for her next book. As luck would have it, a serial killer with a penchant for magic tricks has just escaped from prison, providing the perfect source material for an intricately plotted, moody mystery. Check newspapers for cinemas & sessions
Ensemble /Choir seeks singers wishing to perform French
and Spanish repertoire If you wish to express interest in joining, please email Maureen or Hans with the following details: - Previous ensemble/choir experience (not prerequisite); - Instrument you play (not prerequisite); - What genre of music most interests you - Your contact details (including phone contact details) If you love music French or Spanish and want to sing...please reply to FrenchChoir1@gmail.com This project is sponsored by Pure French Society.
Friday 14 November
JOAKIM at the Civic Underground, Sydney
 Originally trained in classical piano, Joakim started experimenting with a synthesiser after a school-friend left one behind in his bedroom. Happily, he was led astray, entering the world of electronic music. Consequently, the Parisian's style of music is difficult to classify - a mix of club, jazz, indie, and even experimentalism.
With new remix album due for release and his next album due in 2009, this is your opportunity to catch the multi-talented Joakim on his maiden Australian voyage!
Monday 24 November
Bons Mots - French literature in the time of Monet
Actors will give voice to a melange of the world's best loved classics (Les Misérables, Carmen, Madame Bovary..). Bons Mots (presented in English) is a literary adjunct to the Art Gallery’s current major exhibition Monet and the Impressionists.
6pm to 8pm. Bookings & enquiries: 9225 1878
Art Gallery of NSW, Domain Theatre, Lower Lev 3
Saturday 29 November to Tuesday 2 December
Bertrand Tavernier visits Sydney!
The maverick filmmaker Bertrand Tavernier will be visiting Australia in November. At 14, he discovers the cinemathèque, the impact of Renoir, Fritz Lang and Buster Keaton's movies. In 1974, his first feature film “The clockmaker of Saint-Paul” wins the Silver Bear in Berlin and the Silver Hugo in Chicago. “Que la fête commence” & “The Judge and the Assassin” win several French Awards. With “Dead Watch” (1980) made in English in Scotland with Romy Schneider and Harvey Keitel, he wins international recognition. A camera does not give you a “safe conduct”, it demands responsibility. A filmmaker, in his view, can never be vigilant enough. The actor Philippe Noiret has acted in many of his films; he calls him his “autobiographical actor”. His filmography include masterpieces such as “Daddy Nostalgie”, “Capitaine Conan” and “Round Midnight”. Film screenings with Q&A, lectures following screenings at the Chauvel cinema, NFTRS & Sydney University...a fantastic opportunity to meet this incredible filmmaker. For more details on schedules, please contact us on 9292 5700.
3-8 December
David & Jonathan
City Recital Hall, Angel Place
phone: 02 8256 2222 or
1300 797 118
online: www.cityrecitalhall.com
 
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