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Exhibition “Devata” by Sothea Thang
“Devata” is the continuation of Sothea Tang’s first sculptural series “Manu” (2015). “Manu” a word meaning humanity in Khmer, featured sculptures made of hemp, iron and steel in a representation of human development. Whereas “Manu” sought to embody humankind through earthen materials and anthropomorphic features, “Devata” progresses beyond such forms through greater focus on the … Continued
JAZZ CONCERT: PEIRANI & PARISIEN DUO
A love duo between a soprano saxophone and an accordion, drawing on jazz tradition at its best—Duke Ellington, Sydney Bechet—and experimentation.
Open House Day at Alliance Française Bangkok!
Alliance Française open its doors! Come discover Alliance Française Bangkok in a day at our Open House on Saturday 12th September 2015!
Exhibition “Pachimon” by Claude Estèbe
The Toot Yung Art Center is happy to present, in cooperation with the Alliance française, an exhibition featuring the work of photographer Claude Estèbe as part of Photo Bangkok 2015.
“Floral Choreography” Water Color Exhibition by Kritika Buabusya
From July 27th to August 26th, Alliance Française Bangkok exhibited the first water color collection by Kritika Buabusya, a Thai artist. On the opening day, a dancer gave a splendid “floral choreography” especially for the occasion. “Floral Choreography” represents the current stage in the artist’s life where she is living among nature in Khao Yai. … Continued
Exhibition “Identities /Non-Identities”
Last century, French writer Marcel Proust wrote in his book Contre Sainte-Beuve, or Against Sainte-Beuve: “A book is the product of a different self from the one we manifest in our habits, in society, in our vices. If we mean to try to understand this self, it is only in our inmost depths, by endeavoring … Continued
PREMIERE OF “Y/OUR MUSIC” DOCUMENTARY AND MUSIC LIVE PERFORMANCE
Alliance Française Bangkok and the makers of the documentary Y/OUR MUSIC organized a press conference on Thursday, July 2, 2015. The screening was followed by a special live performance by khaen master Sombat Simlhar and his percussion group.
Madagascar celebration
On June 26, 2015, the Alliance Française will celebrate on the theme of francophonie. The Consulate of Madagascar in cooperation with the Alliance Française Bangkok and Madagascar’s KUDeTA, Antananarivo, restaurant will hold a very special Madagascan evening.
Exhibition “In angels’ jungle”
“In angels’ jungle” is an “in situ” creation, bringing together the contemporary and metaphorical structures of mixed-media artist Rush Pleansuk and the photographic wanderings of Philippe Moisan. Building on this exchange achieved on physical, spiritual and temporal levels amidst the chaos of this new, large city, “Dans la jungle des anges” transports us into a … Continued
Debate on stage N°5 : «Energetic issue and social challenges in Southeast Asia»
Debate on stage N°5 : «Energetic issue and social challenges in Southeast Asia» To help us comprehend the gap between the ever-growing demand for electricity and the limited energy supply, the discussion will focus on the interdependence between power issues and social challenges. With four distinguished experts : Dr. Thitisak Boonpramote, Prof. Dr. Marie-Sybille de … Continued
Year-end dance performance 2015
Congratulations to all the marvelous young dancers and our teacher, Yoona Crals, on the Alliance Francais’s student dance performance last Sunday, June 7th. Thank you to Mme Palanky for the beautiful photos from the general rehearsal: http://lc.cx/ZcA5
Results of International Photography Competition 2015
Congratulations to Mister Pornchai Kittiwongsakul who represented Thailand at the international photography competition organized by the Alliance Française Foundation! The jury committee set up by Alliance Française Bangkok and made of photography and culture professionals selected Mister Pornchai Kittiwongsakul who took part in the international photo competition organized by the Fondation Alliance Française in Paris.
Irma concert at Alliance Française Bangkok!
Alliance Francaise Bangkok co-organized with Asiajet and Pullman Bangkok Hotel G a charity concert of Irma for the benefit of the association Enfants du Mékong.
Heure de conte
Theses pictures were taken during “l’heure du conte”, on March, 7, 2015. This activity for kids takes place at the media library of Alliance Française Bangkok once a month. Register to our newsletter or follow us on Facebook to know more about our kids activities!
40 YEARS LATER: THE COMMEMORATION OF THE FALL OF PHNOM PENH
On the occasion of the 40th Anniversary of the occupation of Phnom Penh by Khmer Rouge, Alliance Française Bangkok presented this important history of Cambodia via the photography exhibition by Roland Neveu, French photo reporter based in Asia, who visited Phnom Penh 2 months before the last attack of the Khmers Rouges. His rare photos … Continued
Christian Merer visited Thammasat University
Christian Merer, director of Alliance Française Bangkok visited Thammasat University (Law Department).
Printemps à Montmartre
The Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the “Association des Anciens Elèves de France” (AAEF) and Alliance Française Bangkok, will organize a France Alumni rendez-vous and flea market “Printemps à Montmartre”.This event will be a great opportunity to network with France Alumni in Thailand and shop a wide range of French delicacies and products … Continued
International Book Fair 2015
France was the special guest of this seventh International Book Fair in Bangkok, from March 26 to April 6. Inaugurated by H.H the Princess Sirindhorn, this event was a success since we hosted over one million and a half people and generated a turnover of 13 millions EUR.
European Languages Café 2015
On March 26th, Alliance Française Bangkok was present for the European Languages Café 2016, organised by European Union Delegation, at Black Box cafe.This annual event is a meeting between young Thai and young representatives of European Union. This year, Eva and Charles stood for Alliance Française and the tricolour flag!
Dance performance – Paradis
Paradise: an Original and Fascinating New Choreography PARADIS/Paradise is a staged conversation between a dancer and a musician. This vibrant encounter is meant as a path leading to a paradise, which could be yours.
Meeting with Eric Kayser
The Master Baker made an exclusive appearance at Alliance Française de Bangkok to promote his book, on March 18th, 2015. Éric Kayser, founder of renowned French bakery Maison Kayser, has written a book titled “The Larousse book of bread”. He shared his passion with us, and taught us to aknowledge good bread. About fifty people … Continued
Memory! International Film Heritage Festival
An event dedicated to classic films, an openness to the world and an invitation to laugh! This special event organized in partnership with the French Embassy and the Thai Film Archive took place for the first time in Thailand at Alliance Française Bangkok and Thai Film Archive from February 26 to March 6, 2015. Memory! … Continued
Ambassadors’ Lunch at Alliance Française
As part of la Fête de la Francophonie 2015, Alliance Française organised a lunch with the ambassadors of Southest Asia.
FRANCE IN MY MEMORY PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST EXHIBITION
Following France in my Memory photography contest organized by Alliance Française Bangkok in cooperation with the Thai Beverage company, a photo exhibition was held in the gallery of Alliance Française from 12 to 28 February, 2015 where were exposed the winning shots.
Je suis Charlie
Nearly 500 members of the French community were present at Alliance Française Bangkok at a gathering of Solidarity to mourn the victims of the attack of the satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo in Paris.
La fête de la Francophonie 2015
Alliance Française Bangkok has hosted about 4,000 people for the Francophonie festival 2015 in Thailand!
Jean-Baptiste Gaubert live performance
For those who missed the amazing performance of Jean-Baptiste Gaubert this Tuesday at Alliance Française Bangkok, here some pictures of this incredible evening. Jean-Baptiste’s “touch” is improvisation in music, he realized a great canvas inspired by the music of the Thai group STYLISH NONSENSE (specialist in music improvisation). An amazing and colorful artistic encounter
One Shot Knockout
On December 20, 2014, Alliance Française Bangkok and the Royal Photographic Society of Thailand organised a photography competition called “1 Shot Knockout” in Alliance Française building. Thus, 80 photographers seized Alliance Française as a subject of photography and were able to evolve for 2 hours in our premises. At the end of this time, each … Continued
Exhibition “Emotions” by Sudaporn Teja
Alliance Française Bangkok hosted on 18 December the opening of the exhibition “Emotions” by Sudaporn Teja in partnership with Thaillywood / Taittinger Foundation. This exhibition, scheduled for a month at Alliance Française from December 18 to January 18, 2015, before the artist’s departure to France next year. The vernissage had a great public success: the … Continued
Ballet Bar
On Thursday, December 4, 2014, Alliance Française had great pleasure of welcoming Compagnie Pyramid for a performance of Ballet-Bar. The auditorium was full for this performance which combining dance, acrobatics, mimes on music ranging from Baroque to Electro through Charleston and Tango.