The Maison de la Chimie, located in the heart of the 7th arrondissement of Paris, is preparing to host an event awaited by lovers of literature and the arts: the “Des Livres, des Artistes” festival. Under the benevolent presidency of Michel Drucker, and with the support of the mayor of the 7th arrondissement, Rachida Dati, this event benefits this year from the exceptional patronage of Guila Clara Kessous, UNESCO Artist for Peace.
A commitment to culture and solidarity
Free and open to all, the festival, organized by the Lecture pour Tous association, is part of a noble and united approach: promoting access to reading and fighting illiteracy. Supported by UNESCO, the Greater Paris Metropolis, the Île-de-France region and partners such as the Crédit Mutuel Foundation and Editions Leduc, this event brings together each year emblematic figures from the literary, artistic and media world.
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For this edition, more than 50 personalities, ranging from writers to actors, including athletes and singers, will come together to interact with the public and celebrate the richness of words. Among them, prestigious names such as Adriana Karembeu, Sylvie Tellier, Henri Leconte, Valérie Trierweiler, Michel Drucker and many others.
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Two days rich in meetings and discoveries
The program, designed to appeal to enthusiasts from all backgrounds, offers a range of varied activities:
- Meetings and signings : a unique opportunity to interact with personalities such as Hervé Le Tellier, Sonia Mabrouk and Dominique Besnehard, and to discover their passion for writing.
- Conferences and debates : lively round tables where authors will share their vision of reading and culture in our society.
- Public readings : intimate moments where the texts come to life thanks to famous voices.
- Youth area : a fun and interactive universe dedicated to young people, to introduce them to the pleasure of reading.
An artistic and literary melting pot
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Personalities from diverse backgrounds, such as Cali, Nathalie Marquay and Guillaume Gomez, will participate in these two days of exchange and sharing. Through works ranging from novels to essays, biographies and comic strips, each person will bring their unique perspective on the world of letters and the arts.
An unmissable meeting
More than just a festival, “Des Livres, des Artistes” stands out as a celebration of cultural and literary diversity. Whether you are passionate about poetry, keen on novels or simply curious to discover new worlds, this meeting at the Maison de la Chimie promises unforgettable moments.
As Françoise Smadja, founder of the event, summarizes: “This festival is an invitation to experience the magic of words together. »
Practical information
- Dates : November 30 and December 1, 2024
- Schedules : 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Lieu : Maison de la Chimie – 28 rue Saint-Dominique, Paris 7th
- Entrée : free
Don't miss this weekend dedicated to culture and conviviality.
