THEATRE DES CHAMPS-ELYSEES2007-10-05   He was accustomed to live in the world of music since his childhood. First classical dance courses, then piano and finally he entered the Conservatoire Régional deaint Maur for classical music training in percussion.
   One can’t say he developed an unusual drum technique but Katche has always won people’s hearts not due to the out-of-ordinary mastery of the instrument but owing to his own style that is easily recognizable.
   Manu Katche enjoyed his first success after playing for Peter Gabriel’s album «So». Despite his work as a composer and lyric writer, Manu Katche is mainly known as a drummer. In the course of his career he collaborated with such well-known musicians like Bee Gees, Francis Cabrel, Jean Jacques Goldman, Sting and Tracy Chapman.
Besides Katche is extremely interested in jazz. From 1989, he worked with the saxophonist Jan Garbarek, joined by the violist L. Shankar. Manu appeared fine times in the group of the Norwegian saxophonist and called on him for his first record "Neighbourhood" in 2005.
   Now he recorded his second album «Playground». He invited two young polish musicians Marcin Wasilewski on the piano and Slawomir Kurkiewicz on double bass and the Norwegians Mathias Eick on the trumpet and Trygve Seim on the saxophone to collaborate with him.
   Don’t miss a chance to visit the show of the unique drummer, which will take place on 8 October at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées!

THEATRE ZINGARO2007-10-05   One of the most enchanting shows is run at THEATRE ZINGARO. A perfect cocktail of riding, dance, music and theatre won’t leave a single onlooker indifferent! The show is directed by the famous horse trainer Bartabas who has been staging the performances for over twenty years. After a series of experiments Bartabas and his Théâtre Equestre Zingaro returned to the primary source of inspiration: the Balkans and Gypsy lifestyle. The current «Battuta» goes to the accompaniment of the two orchestras from Romania, Fanfare Shukar of Moldavia and Taraf from Transylvania. Seventeen riders work wonders on thirty-five galloping horses obeying the crazy rhythm of the musicians.
   Don’t miss the show that is admired by kids and adults alike!

LE POINT VIRGULE2007-10-05   Want to introduce your kid to the masterpieces of classical music? There’s nothing easier, especially these days when the Famille Maestro are back at the Théâtre du Point Virgule! The trio of brilliant musicians adapts the most famous tunes of Mozart, Vivaldi, Brahms, Dvorak and other composers turning them into children songs. The humorous and simple texts written by the trio are adored by the kids.
   Lots of parents have already appreciated this innovative and pedagogical idea of the trio. So come at the Théâtre du Point Virgule and have a nice evening which will give pleasure to the whole family!

THEATRE DES VARIETES2007-10-08   THEATRE DES VARIETES hosts a brilliant play by Pierre Palmade and Christophe Duthuron titled “Les Fugueuses” (The Runaways). This is a story about the two women who run away in search of better life. Emily makes off from her family while Claude runs away from the old people’s home. They meet each other on a trunk road where they both are hitchhiking. There’s a competition between the two women as it turns out that it’s no easy matter to stop a car. The women’s tries to pin up each other make the audience roar with laughter as the actresses splendidly manage to reveal the comic characters.
   The main roles are performed by the talented French actresses Muriel Robin and Line Renaud who are famous for their unsurpassed acting. So “Les Fugueuses” is an absolute must-see for all the theatre-goers!

PARIS, SAINT-DENIS, MARSEILLE, LYON, LENS, NANTES, TOULOUSE, BORDEAUX, SAINT ETIENNE2007-10-08   It’s beyond doubt that Rugby World Cup is the world’s third major sporting event. This year the Cup takes place in France, Scotland and Wales since 7 September to 20 October.
   Paris is hosting 12 out of 48 planned matches. The city accords a hearty welcome to all the Rugby supporters who visit the French capital these days. The Cup is not only sporting but also a cultural event so a number of exhibitions devoted to the history and traditions of Rugby is run. One can also visit theatre and musical shows and a number of festive events devoted to the game. Cafes and restaurants offer Rugby parties for those who want to share the delight of victory with the other Rugby admirers and to have a nice chat (and a tasty dinner) in a friendly and warm atmosphere.
   You can visit the games of the following teams playing in Paris:

South Africa
Samoa
Italy
England
Tonga
Ireland
Argentina
Portugal

Don’t miss a chance to visit an exciting spectacle!

MUSEE MARMOTTAN - MONET2007-10-08  Perhaps the name of Georges de Bellio doesn’t speak a word to you. Well it’s high time you got acquainted with it. Georges de Bellio was a collector keen on the works of the 18th century French, Italian and Flemish masters and impressionist artists. He was an admirer, sponsor and friend of the many painters such as Monet, Renoir and Pissarro. The collector had an incredible flair for art and discovered the gifted painters until they became popular with the general public. In his collection one can see such masterpieces as Claude Monet’s “Impression: Sunrise”, Berthe Morisot’s “Au bal” and Alfred Sisley’s “Printemps aux environs de Paris”. The major part of this huge collection, which includes three hundred paintings, pastels, watercolours and sketches, is now dispersed. But MUSEE MARMOTTAN – MONET managed to bring the collection together so since 10 October to 3 February one can admire the whole collection at one place.
   A rare gift for the real connoisseurs of art!

MUSEE DE MONTMARTRE2007-10-09   Don’t miss a chance to visit one of the most fascinating and charming Parisian museums - MUSEE DE MONTMARTRE that is situated in one of the oldest Montmartre residences among vineyards and gardens. This museum is devoted to the history, culture and traditions of the place that used to be a French village. It offers a large variety of exhibitions revealing many interesting sides of the district that has always been famous for its legendary venues and bohemian atmosphere. It hosts both permanent and temporary displays so there’s always something new to discover and to admire.
   Come and get acquainted with the unknown Montmartre!

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GREVIN2007-10-09   Lots of people dream of meeting famous people but only a few lucky beggars have a chance to see the celebrities. Don’t give way to despair. There’s a place in Paris where the stars are ready to get acquainted with you every day! It’s a waxwork museum GREVIN. Madonna, Pablo Picasso, Spiderman, Louis Armstrong, Albert Einstein or Louis XIV…the collection of the museum is really huge.
   There are six halls in the museum, each of them focusing on different subjects: the “Palais des Mirages” (Hall of Mirrors), “Clichés du XXe siècle” (20th-century photographs), the “Histoire de France”, the “Théâtre du Tout Paris”, the “Paris Grévin Magazine” and the “Collection Grévin”.
   Have a nice family outing. The kids will have a chance to understand how the waxworks are made. They will certainly adore this interesting and cognitive excursion!

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PARIS ET TOUTE LA FRANCE2007-10-10   19-21 October Paris is hosting one of the main world book festivals “Lire en Fête”. The French Ministry Of Culture carries out the festival, which is held for the 19th time. That is a three-day glorification of reading and creative writing that bring joy to people in France and all over the world. This year’s slogan sounds like “Une ville, une œuvre” (One city, one work). The festival will begin with a series of nocturnal readings.
   The organizers make the festival as visitor-friendly as possible, all the events are free of charge. They will be held in France and a hundred other countries covering such places as cafes, cinemas, squares, hospitals and prisons.
   This festival is usually run to great advantage that proves: reading is still all the fashion!

PALAIS OMNISPORTS DE PARIS BERCY2007-10-10   Teenagers all over the world are crazy about this young rock stars who reached the chart tops at an incredible speed.
   The band was created in Madgeburg in 2001 by a group of friends: the twins Bill and Tom Kaulitz, George Listing and Gustav Schafer. They called themselves “Devilish”, which was later transformed into “Tokio Hotel”. The guys worked hard and in 2005 they managed to get a contract with Universal Music. Their single “Durch den Monsun” hit the world charts and lifted TH to a new level of popularity.
   Up to the moment TH released three albums: “Schrei”, “Zimmer 483” and “Scream”, which is in English and is much argued about by the group fans.
   On 16 October they are playing at the PALAIS OMNISPORTS DE PARIS BERCY. A real treat for all pop/rock lovers!

PALAIS DES GLACES2007-10-11   Have you ever read French fairy stories? «Fée du robinet», «Roman d’une patate» and «Histoire de Lustucru» by Pierre Gripari for example? Every French kid adores them. If you haven’t read the works you have a chance to watch a show based on these amusing fantastic stories. Since 7 October the Compagnie C’est pour de rire is performing at the Palais des Glaces with «La sorcière du placard aux balais».
   The plot is quite simple: Monsieur Pierre buys a house and suddenly discoveries that it’s not empty. It is inhabited by a creature, a witch, that lives in a broom cupboard. How will the two get along with each other? Come and see the fantastic performance!

CITE DES SCIENCES ET DE L'INDUSTRIE - LA VILLETTE2007-10-11   If you are interested in science, like fantastic stories and want to keep up with the technological achievements you’ll certainly like the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie, a center of science and technology that is now celebrating its 20th anniversary.
   The excursion will be amusing and educational as well. The center has much to offer: the Cite des Enfants (for children), Cite des Metiers (professions), the Cite de la Sante (health), the Planetarium, cinemas, a multimedia library…besides numerous lectures, exhibitions and shows take place in the Parc de la Villette, which is the largest park in Paris.
   It’s beyond doubt that after the visit to the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie you’ll certainly learn lots of new things from the world of science and technology!

PARIS EXPO CARROUSEL DU LOUVRE2007-10-12   Tired of dull settings? Want to change something in your house? Then the three-day “Salon Marie Claire Idees” at the Carrousel du Louvre is exactly what you need!
   The fair organized by the famous decorating magazine takes place for the second time. It touches upon such themes as interior decoration, lifestyle and crafts. The program includes different workshops and shows that will awaken your imagination by offering lots of new ideas. The Marie Claire team will certainly help you invent something interesting to vivify the interior of your house and to enliven your life!

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SALLE PLEYEL2007-10-12   What can be better than classical music or classical literature? Only the combination of these two phenomena! You have a chance to make sure of that! Visit the Salle Pleyel on 16 October, where the national orchestra revisits Shakespeare in music with Yoel Levi as a conductor.
   The name of Yoel Levi is famous all over the world. Born in Romania, he grew up in Israel and after graduating from Tel Aviv academy he began to conduct the Atlanta Symphonic Orchestra. He attained success and in 2004 won acclaim for his direction of Mahler’s symphony

AVENUE DES CHAMPS-ELYSEES2007-10-15 October is always awaited by all contemporary and modern art fans. Various trade shows, exhibitions and other events devoted to art of present and future are run in Paris since 18 to 22 October. This year the organizers invented a novelty - "Les Elysées de l'art" that will be held on the avenue des Champs-Elysées.

   Be sure to find lots of everything in three district areas between the Petit Palais and place de la Concorde as 60 celebrated galleries will display distinguished paintings, original sculptures and other works of art.

   A truly enthralling sight! A must-see for all indifferent to modern and contemporary art!

PARIS EXPO PORTE DE VERSAILLES2007-10-15   The market is flooded. And the choice of available products is huge. Unfortunately we often make mistakes and feel sorry after purchasing something.
   Enough of it! Paris Expo Porte de Versailles runs an exhibition called "Foire d'Automne" that aims to give as much information about new products as possible. You'll have a chance to examine new items and services, to learn about their advantages and even to test them. There are seven topical sections: Children, Home, Food, Environment and Sustainable Development, Leisure Activities and Discovery, New Technology and Garden. Be sure that you'll certainly learn something interesting as 450 workshops are urged to give you all plenty of useful and interesting information.
   Keep up with the time...pass ahead of it!

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   "I can resist everything except temptation", said Oscar Wilde. Chocoholics all over the world can sign to this paradox. But in fact from 19 to 22 October one won't have a chance to withstand eating chocolate. The Paris Expo Porte de Versailles hosts The "Salon du Chocolat", a trade devoted to chocolate. Confectioners all over the world will present their best creations and numerous shows glorifying the best treat in the world will be run. Every sweet tooth will have a chance to admire the works of chocolate art, to learn something from the history of the product and of course to try innumerable sorts of chocolate!

   An absolute must-see (and must-taste!) for all people indifferent to the sweet treat!