Beauty, Morals and Voluptuousness in the England of Oscar Wilde
This exhibition explores the British "aesthetic movement" that, in the second half of the 19th century, set out to move away from the ugliness and materialism of the time, by proposing a new idealisation of art and beauty.The movement is seen through the eyes of the British artists writers, and poets of the time including Oscar Wilde, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Edward Burne-Jones, William Morris, James McNeill Whistler, and Aubrey Beardsley.
September 13 to January 15
Museé D'orsay
1 rue de Légion d'Honneur, 75007
Metro: Solferino
Open 9:30AM to 6PM, except Monday, Thursday till 9:45PM
http://www.musee-orsay.fr/index.php?id=649&L=1&tx_ttnews[tt_news]=28910&no_cache=1
Le Grand Feu
The largest fireworks spectacle in Europe lasting two hours, Le Grand Feu will dazzle you for sure.
September 10 @ 9PM
Parc St. Cloud
Metro: Pont de Sevres or Boulogne
http://www.le-grand-feu.com/index.php
Blake Edwards at La Cinémathéque Francaise
Master director Blake Edwards is finally receiving a fitting tribute. From broad comedies showcasing the comedic genius of Peter Sellers to sobering dramas to edgy thrillers to romantic comedies, Blake Edwards was one of Hollywood's most versatile and underrated directors, moving effortlessly between genres. Both popular and lesser known films of his will be shown including The Pink Panther, Victor, Victoria, Days of Wine and Roses, 10, The Party, S.O.B. (with the famous scene of good girl Julie Andrews baring her breasts), and his most beloved film, the unforgettable Breakfast at Tiffanys. Posters, artifacts, and personal belongings are also featured.
Till October 17
La Cinémathéque Francaise
51 rue de Bercy, 75012
Metro: Bercy
Open Wednesday to Monday, 12PM to 7PM. Sunday 10AM to 8PM
http://www.cinematheque.fr/
Madame Butterfly
Opera Plein Air presents a glorious outdoor production of Puccini's beloved opera Madame Butterfly, which will be performed in the courtyard of the magnificent Invalides. What better way to spend a night in Paris.
September 7 to 10, 9PM
Invalides
Click here to purchase tickets
Eye Prefer Paris Photos for Sale
I am happy to announce the sale of prints of my Eye Prefer Paris Photos. I am offering 17 of my most popular and iconic images for sale including my courtyards, doors, architectural details, statues, and monuments. They will make great gifts for all your Francophile friends, relatives, and colleagues but don't forget to buy some for yourself.
Click here to see photos and for full details including sizes, prices, and shipping. Here is a sample of some of the photos.
New! Eye Prefer Paris Cooking Classes
I am happy to announce the launch of Eye Prefer Paris Cooking Classes. Come take an ethnic culinary journey with me and chef and caterer Charlotte Puckette, co-author of the bestseller The Ethnic Paris Cookbook (with Olivia Kiang-Snaije). First we will shop at a Paris green-market for the freshest ingredients and then return to Charlotteís professional kitchen near the Eiffel Tower to cook a three-course lunch. After, we will indulge in the delicious feast we prepared along with hand-selected wines.
Cost: 185 euros per person (about $240)
Time: 9:30AM- 2PM (approximately 4 1/2 hours)
Location: We will meet by a metro station close to the market
Class days: Tuesday,Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Minimum of 2 students, maximum 6 students.
Click here to sign up for the next class or for more info.
I am pleased as punch to announce the launch of Eye Prefer Paris Tours, which are 3-hour walking tours I will personally be leading. The Eye Prefer Paris Tour includes many of the places I have written about such as small museums & galleries, restaurants, cafes & food markets, secret addresses, fashion & home boutiques, parks, and much more.
Tours cost 195 euros for up to 3 people, and 65 euros for each additional person. I look forward to meeting you on my tours and it will be my pleasure and delight to show you my insiders Paris.
Check it out at www.eyepreferparistours.com
Ah, the eternal question of translating "la volupté"! The Orsay took the easy way out. "Sensual pleasure" is kind of what I think, but that doesn't play too well in English as an exhibition title. Looks very tempting in whatever language, though . . .
Posted by: John W. | September 01, 2011 at 02:51 PM
Some great events ahead in September, would love to see Le Grand Feu!
Posted by: Discover Cannes | September 01, 2011 at 03:48 PM