“Café des Idées - Science in Conversation” is jointly organised with FAST!*
and offers a convivial meeting platform for the exchange of ideas, knowledge and discussion for all those who are
interested in sciences and their broader social and environmental implications (free admission).
Francophonie 2025 - La Francophonie au Canada - Workshop & Tasting
Join us for a special workshop on Canada and Francophonie!
Discover the richness of francophone culture in Canada through a captivating presentation by Samuel, a native of Canada. Explore music,
songs, books, and films from different eras.
Then, enjoy a delicious tasting of traditional dishes from "La Cabane à Sucre", a place where Canadians gather with family
to enjoy maple-themed delights during sugaring season in March and April.
🗯️ French A2/B1 level required
🗓️ Saturday, 29 March, 11am-12.30pm
📍 Alliance Française Wellington (78 Victoria Street, Wellington)
🎟️ $30 for AF members & $35 for general admission
Join us for a screening of Papicha – an award-winning French drama that’s powerful and deeply moving, starring
the remarkable Lyna Khoudri.
The plot 👉 "Papicha follows Nedjma, a spirited university student in 1990s
Algeria, as she dreams of becoming a fashion designer amidst a society gripped by rising conservatism. Determined to push back against
repression, she plans a daring fashion show as an act of defiance, risking everything to stand for freedom and individuality."
With its compelling narrative and stunning performances, Papicha is an unforgettable celebration of resilience,
courage, and the fight for self-expression. Don’t miss this extraordinary story of hope and resistance!
This film is restricted to persons 13 years and over. Violence, offensive language & content that may disturb
📅 Friday, 21 February 2025 - 6pm
📍 Alliance Française, 78 Victoria Street, Wellington
🎥 French VO with English Subtitles
🎟️ Free entry, Koha donation
🍿 BYO
Alliance Française Wellington, Level 3, 78 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington
French Film Screening - Toni
Join us for a screening of Toni en famille – a heartfelt French dramedy that’s both
touching and humorous, starring the brilliant Camille Cottin.
The plot 👉"Toni, a former pop singer and single mother of five, has always put her family
first. But as her children grow up and start to leave the nest, she’s faced with a bittersweet reality: what happens when it’s her turn to
follow her dreams?"
With its mix of poignant moments and lighthearted charm, Toni offers a tender exploration of self-discovery,
motherhood, and the courage it takes to reinvent yourself. Don’t miss this beautiful slice of French cinema!
This film is rated M due to offensive language.
📅 Friday, 24 January 2025 - 6pm
📍 Alliance Française, 78 Victoria Street, Wellington
🎥 French VO with English Subtitles
🎟️ Free entry, Koha donation
🍿 BYO
Film Screening - French Comedy "Asterix and Obelix, Mission Cleopatra"
Join us for a special film screening of the beloved French comedy classic "Asterix and Obelix, Mission Cleopatra".
The synopsis 👉 "Cleopatra, queen of Egypt, believes she can build a temple in
record time and makes a bet with Julius Caesar. Her architect, however, needs the help of Asterix and Obelix to fight Romans who try to stop
the construction."
Get ready for a night filled with laughs, iconic characters, and a lively dose of French humour. Don’t miss it!
📅 Friday, 06 December - 6pm
📍 Alliance Française, 78 Victoria Street, Wellington
Land of vanilla, home to lemurs and iconic baobabs, with unique biodiversity and a rich cultural heritage - Madagascar is a country like no
other!
Join us for a special French workshop to discover more about this extraordinary place through a presentation by our French teacher Judith,
accompanied by a tasting of local specialties!
🗯️ French A2/B1 level required
🗓️ Saturday, 14 December, 11am-12.30pm
📍 Alliance Française Wellington (78 Victoria Street, Wellington)
🎟️ $30 for AF members & $35 for general admission
Kick off November with a concert at our friends from Goethe-Institut
New Zealand.
You don't want to miss out - register now!
Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Karlsruhe Concert Duo, featuring cellist Reinhard Armleder and pianist Dagmar Hartmann. After
captivating audiences in Brisbane and Suva, their next stop is Aotearoa New Zealand!
On November 1st, enjoy a stunning performance of works by Ludwig van Beethoven, César Franck, Maurice Ravel, and more.
After the success of the first edition, we had no choice but to plan a second one!
Did you miss the previous workshop and want another chance to discover the beautiful region of Brittany? This is your opportunity to catch
up and learn more about its unique culture and culinary traditions. Sign up now for our dedicated workshop!
This workshop includes a presentation by our French teacher Thibaut, a native of the region, accompanied by a tasting of local specialties!
🗯️ French A2/B1 level required
🗓️ Saturday, 10 August, 11am-12.30pm
📍 Alliance Française Wellington (78 Victoria Street, Wellington)
🎟️ $30 for AF members & $35 for general admission
They say that friendship is like a book: there are friends for a page only, others for a whole chapter... and the real ones who are with you
all your life. We feel the same about our musical choices in this programme. There are songs that have been with us on the whole
musical journey, others that we enjoy meeting from time to time and some we wish to get to know. We hope you will join us and meet up with some familiar friends, old and recent. We are privileged to be joined once again by our favourite soloist, Rebecca Steel on flute,
accompanied by Heather Easting piano, and our special reader Madeleine Dean.
L’AMITIÉ
📅 Sunday, November 17, 2.30pm
📍 St Teresa’s Church - 301 Karori Road, Karori 🎟️ Tickets: $20 from choir members - kerry.lloyd@gmail.com - Door sales
Film Screening - French Comedy "Year of the Shark"
During our Holiday Programme, children are immersed in the French language through cooking, arts and crafts activities designed to educate
and entertain.
Découvrez Le Sud-Ouest - French Workshop & Tasting
"South by South-West!"
Join us for an exciting journey through the Southwest of France! Start with an introduction by our teacher Rita, native of the region, who
will highlight the must-see places and hidden gems of this diverse region.
Then, dive into a lively presentation on Southwest French wines, by our partner Michael Hutton from eWine.
This session will explore the region’s unique wine varieties, and what makes them stand out in the global wine scene. You'll learn about the
history, terroir, and winemaking techniques that give these wines their distinct character.
Finally, indulge in a hands-on tasting experience, with local wines that capture the true essence of the region and some food to enjoy with
it.
Whether you're a wine lover, foodie, or just curious, this workshop promises a flavourful and unforgettable evening!
🗓️Friday, 30th of August, from 6pm to 7.30pm
📍Alliance Française Wellington (78 Victoria Street, Wellington)
🎟️ $45 for members & $50 for general admission
This event is for attendees aged 18 and over only.
Découvrez la Bretagne - Regional Workshop & Tasting
Do you know what Wellington and Brittany have in common? They are both known for their rapidly changing weather, where it can be
very windy and rainy ☔
If you want to learn more about this beautiful region, its history, unique culture, and culinary traditions, sign up now for our dedicated
workshop!
This workshop features a presentation by our French teacher Thibaut, a native of the region, accompanied by a sampling of local specialties!
🗯️ French A2/B1 level required
🗓️Saturday, 10 August, 11am-12.30pm
📍Alliance Française Wellington (78 Victoria Street, Wellington)
🎟️ $30 for AF members & $35 for general admission
French superstars soprano Virginie Verrez and conductor Stéphane Denève join the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra next Thursday 25 July
in Wellington in for a concert of French flair and German triumph.
A Hero’s Life features Marie-Juliette Olga "Lili" Boulanger’s D'un matin de printemps, Ravel’s Shéhérazade and R Strauss’ heroic Ein
Heldenleben.
And exciting news: We have a special discount of 20% for AFW members and students! You simply need to select the
‘Symphony20’ price on Ticketmaster when purchasing tickets, and unlock the discount with the code NZSO20!
Get your tickets now!
🗓️ Thursday, 25 of July, 7.30pm
📍 Michael Fowler Centre
Did you know that every second, 20 bottles of Bordeaux wine are
sold around the world?
Sign up for the Bordeaux dedicated workshop to taste and discover the region, known for its delicious wines, its history and a rich
culinary tradition.
This one-time event includes a presentation, by our partner Michael Hutton from eWine, on the region as
well as a tasting of different local delicacies!
🗓️ Friday, 26 of July, from 6pm to 7.30pm 📍
Alliance Française Wellington (78 Victoria Street, Wellington) 🎟️
$30 for members & $35 for general admission
Voix de Femmes is performing at the Old St Paul’s lunchtime concert series, Musical
Punch Over Lunch
on 25th of July at 12.30pm, and you are all invited!
This is the perfect opportunity for you to step out of the everyday, take a breath and enjoy some truly captivating music. Bring your lunch,
take a pew, and unwind in a stunning heritage building.
During our Holiday Programme, children are immersed in the French language through cooking, arts and crafts activities designed to educate
and entertain.
Shared Borders - Switzerland Workshop & Tasting - Third Edition
Bonjour and willkommen to the 3rd edition of our Shared
Borders events,
organised by Goethe-Institut Neuseeland, Embassy of Switzerland in New Zealand and Alliance Française Wellington.
This time will be a little bit different as we focus on one country: Switzerland, that shares
borders with France and Germany. Join us for this special workshop & tasting at the Goethe-Institut for a delightful morning celebrating
Swiss culture and cuisine.
Immerse yourself in Switzerland as we explore language, culture, geography, traditional dishes, pop culture, etc. This event includes a
presentation, followed by a tasting of different local delicacies, such as local cheese and chocolate.
It will also be the perfect occasion to celebrate the 2 languages that all three countries share: French and German.
Grab your spot now!
Où - Wo: Goethe-Institut Wellington (148-150 Cuba Street, Level 6)
Quand - Wann: Saturday 15 June 2024 from 10am to 12pm
Combien - Wie viel: $30 for AF members and Goethe-Institut students, $35 for others
With a title like “In Paradisum” you can be assured you will be transported somewhere celestial in this divine programme of French music in
the splendour of the newly restored French Gothic Erskine Chapel in Island Bay. For Voix de femmes and its repertoire of French and New
Zealand music this is a match made in paradise!
The magical acoustics of this architectural treasure have been sought and experienced over time by the likes of Kiri Te Kanawa and The
Vienna Boys’ Choir. Voix de femmes was privileged to sing at the re-opening of the Chapel last year and the choir is so excited to perform
there again.
Our programme, including music by our favourite composers Boulanger, Fauré, Poulenc, Gounod, Debussy and Artley, seems written for this
venue. We will be joined by the magnificent Rebecca Steel on flute with two fine young soloists from the New Zealand School of Music.
With strictly limited seating these concerts will sell quickly.
LIMITED DOOR SALES.
Venue : Erskine Chapel 31 Avon Street, Island Bay,
Wellington 6023.
Date: Sunday 5 May, 2.00pm AND 4pm - 2pm is now SOLD-OUT!
Concert duration: 1 hour
Tickets: $30.00 available through choir members or text Kerry 021 537 881
Venue Information: PARKING around the chapel is limited. It is recommended to park on nearby streets and walk up. There are a
few mobility parks outside the chapel. Doors open 30 minutes prior to performance.
There is a lift from the foyer to the Chapel upstairs if required.
Scientific ventures in the Pacific: 200 years since La Coquille explored Aotearoa
Join the conversation with this new edition of the Café des Idées, as we receive Michael Lee. He will present his research
on Dumont d’Urville’s first visit to New Zealand in April 1824.
Conservation biologist, historian, regional politician, living on Waiheke Island, Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand. The former marine radio officer
first encountered the journals of Dumont d’Urville’s 1827 Astrolabe visit to New Zealand in 1996, when writing a thesis
for a MSc in Biological sciences from the University of Auckland.
This sparked his interest in the largely unappreciated role of French navigators and naturalists in the scientific discovery of
New Zealand and Oceania.
He has been researching and writing about New Zealand natural history, especially the French role in it, ever since. This research
culminated in publication of his first book ‘Navigators & Naturalists – French Exploration of New Zealand and the South Seas
(1769-1824)’
which was re-edited and reprinted in 2020.
The book concludes with the highly successful world voyage of La Coquille (1822-1825), the 200thanniversary
of its visit to New Zealand we are now celebrating. A
sequel, provisionally entitled: ‘Te Atoramo – D’Urville returns: Voyage of the Astrolabe – Nouvelle
Zélande 1827’, is approaching completion.
Join us to learn more about this fascinating journey - RSVP essential!
This event will include the possibility to connect online or to come at the premices of Alliance Française in Wellington. A link will be
send a few days before the event on the email you filled on the registration form.
📅 19 April 2024 - 5.30pm to 7pm
📍 Alliance Française Wellington
💬 In English
🎟️ FREE EVENT (koha donation)
🎬 Family, friends... Join us for a special screening of the animation film "Dounia and the Princess of Aleppo",
organised with the help of the High Commission of Canada in New Zealand, that sponsors this event.
Synopsis:"A few nigella seeds tucked in the palm of her hand, 6-year-old Dounia leaves Aleppo with the
Princess of Aleppo’s help and travels towards a new world."
The director of the film, Marya Zarif, was inspired by her own experience. An oriental tale, a wonderful tribute to Levantine culture (its multiculturalism, its gastronomy, its language). It is also a story that addresses subtely the painful experiences of mourning and exile,
but with hope.
Come and discover this wonderful tale - RSVP essential!
📅 Saturday, 06 April, 1pm
📍 Alliance Française, 78 Victoria Street, Wellington
🎥 French VO with English Subtitles
🎟️ FREE EVENT (koha donation)
During our Holiday Programme, children are immersed in the French language through cooking, arts and crafts activities designed to educate
and entertain.
✍️ Creative writing workshop, with Julien Blanc-Gras, French writer in residence
Discover the story of François-Édouard Raynal (1830-1898) and 4 of his shipmates, caught up in a fearsome storm in the Pacific.
Their boat was shipwrecked and ran aground off the coast of the isolated Auckland Island. This authentic narrative had a deep influence on
Jules Verne and inspired him to write "L'Ile Mystérieuse" in 1874, a real counterpoint to Raynal's book.
Join us for a special workshop given by Christiane Mortelier, retired Senior Lecturer from Victoria University of Wellington, who republished Raynal's account, adding commentaries, analysis and biographical details.
🥐☕ Breakfast included!
💬 Intermediate level of French required (B1/B2)
🎟 $30 members/ $35 non-members
Découvrez la Polynésie Française - French Workshop & Tasting
Come and discover all the wonders of French Polynesia during our French Workshop. Immerse yourself into the differents archipelagoes, its
beautiful scenery, turquoise lagoons, history, and fascinating arts & traditions.
During this unique event, one of our French teachers will present you all about Polynesian culture, along with a tasting of a delicious
local cake - the Faraoa Coco, a brioche with coconut 🥥
Join us for an evening of enlightenment as we screen the documentary "I am the River". Learn more about the Whanganui River and the legal
fights that shape its narrative 🌊
Gain unique insights with a talk featuring the director, Matthieu Frison, after the screening.
Film Screening - A Fishy Business in Saint-Pierre et Miquelon
Come join us for an exciting film screening at Alliance Française Welington: A Fishy Business in Saint-Pierre et Miquelon, an atypical comedy movie. Here is the plot: "An actress, Céline, is hired by the famous director Milan Zodowski to star in a mysterious film shooting in Saint-Pierre et
Miquelon. She arrives there to discover that the crew consists only of a sound engineer and a unit manager and that Milan stubbornly refuses
to leave the cabin where he has locked himself in. Céline realizes that the shoot won’t be happening. She then chooses to face her destiny.
This plunge into reality forces her to open up to herself and to others…"
Grab your friends and family and join us for this exciting film screening!
📅 Wednesday, 20 December, 5:30pm
📍 Alliance Française, 78 Victoria Street, Wellington
🎥 French VO with English Subtitles
🎟️ Free entry, koha donation
🍿 BYO
Book Club talk - A conversation with Caroline Laurent
Join us for a captivating evening with Caroline Laurent, a talented Franco-Maurician
novelist. Get ready to dive into the world of her latest book as she shares her inspirations, writing process, and personal anecdotes.
Don't miss this opportunity to meet the author and gain insights into her literary journey.
Reserve your spot now!
During our Holiday Programme, children are immersed in the French language through cooking, arts and crafts activities designed to educate
and entertain.
Apéro Concert Beaujolais & Raffle
18 Nov '23
6:30pm
Whistling Sisters Beer Co 100 Taranaki Street, Wellington
Vous avez des enfants à Miramar North School? We're looking at opening a new afterschool class for French-speaking kids aged 5 to 8 years
old, starting
term 3! To enquire or enrol, please contact us at alliance@french.co.nz or call 04 472 1272.
July Holiday Programme
During our Holiday Programme, children are immersed in the French language through cooking, arts and crafts activities designed to educate and entertain.
Découvrez la Bourgogne - French Workshop & Tasting
Our friends at Lingopie have incorporated your favourite Netflix content to their amazing language learning platform! - See instant translations in the subtitles, slow down the videos and add words to your flashcards, and more!
So many features to help you enjoy French-language content! Start your free trial today.
We offer a variety of conversation classes for intermediate and advanced levels in small group setting. Improve your spoken French
through discussions on French culture and contemporary issues!
AGM
We invite all members to join us for the 2023 Annual General Meeting, which will held at the premises of the Alliance
Française, Level 3, Dominion Building, 78 Victoria Street, Wellington from 6.00pm to 7.00pm on Tuesday 9 May 2023.
What's happening in French literature today? Who are the new talents? What are the latest must-read books in France? Find out for
yourself at the French Book Club!
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