Bonjour,

France and India enjoy a robust partnership at the core of which lie its people-to-people relations, nurtured for decades through collaborations and exchanges. One such of manifestation of this partnership is the arts festival, Bonjour India. This artistic, cultural, educational and social initiative is put together by the French cooperation network in India consisting of the Embassy of France and its cultural department, the French Institute in India, the Alliance Française network and the French Consulates.

Bonjour India in its fourth edition in 2022 celebrates 75 years of India’s Independence  75 years of the establishment of Indo-French diplomatic relations.

The festival will narrate the shared history of the two countries, through photography, science and letters. It will also be an opportunity to bring in positive vibes, build communities, and foster social interaction. It creates opportunities for joy and amity after a long time since the pandemic overtook the world.

Please register yourself for attending Bonjour India 2022 events in Kolkata

EVENT 1 : Modern Circus - Analemma
Following its wish to develop contemporary circus in India, Company Distil presents to you its latest project, Analemma – a modern circus performance.
Date: 22nd April 2022
Time: 11:00 AM
Place: Future Foundation School,
Address: 3, Regent Park, Kolkata, West Bengal 700040
Only 20 seats available.
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EVENT 2: WALL ART FESTIVAL : SKIO
A colourful journey that intends to gather French and Indian artists in a mutual passion for wall paintings, bringing new shapes and colours to the streets of India.
Date: 25th April
Time: 4:00 PM
Place:  NSHM School of Design
Address: 124, Basanta Lal Saha Rd, Ajoy Nagar, Buroshibtalla, Tollygunge, Kolkata, West Bengal 700053

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EVENT 3: RICKSHOW
Rick-Show is a mobile cinema that fits within a box that can be adapted and transported on a rickshaw.
Date: 29th April to 1st May 2022
Time: 6:30 PM
Place:  Park Mansions
Address: Mirza Ghalib St, Park Street, Taltala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700016

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EVENT 4: Nunataq
The progressive jazz pianist Alexandre Herer comes back to India with “Nunataq”, a project open and nourished by his many experiences and collaborations.
Date: 30th April 2022
Time: 8:00 PM
Place:  Skinny Mo's Jazz Club
Address: 91, Manohar Pukur Rd, Manoharpukur, Kalighat, Kolkata, West Bengal 700029

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EVENT 6: A Trip to France, 1970
Experience Dalwadi’s journey to France in the 70’s traced in 50 photographs. Captured with his Nikon F, these also showcase the influence of Cartier-Bresson on his art.
Date: 18th June - 2nd July 2022
Time: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Place:   Birla Academy of Art and Culture
Address: 108-109, Southern Avenue , Lake Terrace, Kolkata- 700029

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EVENT 7: Science Beyond Borders
India and France have been working together for several decades to achieve common developmental goals.
Date: 6th July - 31st July 2022
Time: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Place:  Rabindranath Tagore Centre, ICCR
Address: 108-109, Southern Avenue, Lake Terrace,
Kolkata: 700029

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
(a) - The ticket are free of charge.
(b) - This registration entitled you for ONE seat only.
(c) - If you want several seats, we request you to register as many times as per the number of seat needed.
(d) - No seat numbers are allotted [free seating], you will only be able to seat on the available chairs, no priority will be given.
(e) - If you are 15min late from the beginning of the event, your seat will not be granted anymore and might be given to a person waiting at the door.
(f) - The ticket cannot be sale or exchange for another event/product of Alliance Francaise.
(g) - Alliance Francaise cannot be held responsible for any lost/damage of personal belongings within the event.
(h) - for all queries please contact : culture.kolkata@afindia.org


Entry upon registration only.

See you there!

À bientôt !