EXPOSITIONS
Two-voice sensory tour at CRAC
The Regional Center for Contemporary Art at 26, quai Aspirant-Herber offers, Thursday December 19from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., a two-voice sensory tour “The senses of the gaze”. Offered to the blind or visually impaired, a sensory tour with 2 voices, that of Valérie Castan, audio describer and choreographic artist. Access to the works is through multiple transmission: the description of the works and their interpretation, touch… Free entry.
Marie-Hélène Lugand and Topolino at the Espace Félix
The Félix space at 2 bis, quai Général-Durand welcomes, until Tuesday December 24 “A kind of santons of Sète” Topolino and Marie-Hélène Lugand, 6 years ago, presented a first series of “Topoks 3D”, portraits of the most famous Sète figures. In 2018 a series of these figurines was brought together “A kind of santos of Sète”, the operation is renewed this year with new subjects. Fans will find the self-pegging vignettes they are missing on this occasion. Free entry, opening Thursday December 19 from 7 p.m.
CINE-CONCERT
Cinema concert at Comœdia
The Comoedia cinema offers, Friday December 20 at 7:30 p.m., a film concert with the duo Drom Blanchard and Stéphane Gobbi, followed by the screening of the musical documentary film “Les fils du vent”, in the presence of the director, “7e best documentary of all time”, according to Allociné upon its release and Henri Langlois Heritage Prize 2013. Cross-portraits of artists who perpetuate the spirit of Django Reinhardt…
FESTIVITIES
Christmas Fairies
The City has prepared a rich, magical and magical end-of-year holiday program. Here is the program.
Friday December 20: from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.gourmet Christmas market at the CFA on 1, rue Mirabeau.
Saturday December 21: at 10:30 a.m. departing from the town hall, route through the heart of the city, parade of jousters accompanied by Santa Claus and the peña Bella Ciao, distribution of surprises to children; from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.Place Léon-Blum, Santa Claus’ house, free photo with him (reserved for children); from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.Place Léon-Blum, creative and fun workshops for children aged 3 and over, registration on site (10 children per workshop); at 2 p.min the royal setting, jousting tournament The Christmas Cup organized by the friendly Lance Sète, the city and accompanied by Bella Ciao; from 3 p.m.strolling through the streets of the city center, balloon sculptures and “Chrismas Ladies” musical show (3 singers and 2 musicians who revisit Christmas carols from around the world in more than 5 languages; at 3:30 p.mPlace Léon-Blum, musical tale on stage “Rêve de Noël” from 3 years old; at 5 p.m., Place Léon-Blum, in the chalet, free mulled wine and chocolate; from 5:45 p.m.stroll through the city center (quai Suquet, Civette, quai Résistance, Grand’rue, rue Paul-Valéry, pont Savonnerie), magic of Christmas with the light parade.
Sunday December 22: from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.Place Léon-Blum, photo with Santa Claus in his house, reserved for children, offered by the city; at 3 p.mstroll through the city center, parade of the mascots Mickey and Minnie at Christmas, Chase, Stella, Marcus, Ruben, Pluto and Olaf; from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.stroll in the city center “The bubble ball” with an original crank turner with his funny machine which distills tunes from yesteryear or today and giant bubbles; at 4:30 p.mPlace Léon-Blum on stage, intergenerational Christmas concert with 40 singers under the direction of baritone Jean-Michel Balester, from classical to pop.
7e Great Christmas bath!
Club 41, in partnership with the City and Sète Escapade, invites you to the Great Christmas Bath Sunday December 22 at 10:30 a.m., Françoise-Pascal nautical base in Les Quilles. On the program: welcoming the brave at 10:30 a.m. and distribution of numbered bracelets and Christmas hats; 11 a.m. early departure, everyone in the water, musical entertainment, DJ Set and surprises to warm the heart and ears, comforting refreshments (hot wine and chocolate, pastries), presentation of an official diploma, hot shower and solidarity because the benefits from the sale of drinks and cakes will be donated to associations.
LITERATURE
Literary café with Audrey Bougettte
Tino and the Literary Café invites, Thursday December 19 at 6 p.m., François-Mitterrand media library, Sète writer Audrey Bougette for her novel “Pandore”. A psychological thriller with a backdrop of Greek mythology that combines police investigation, romance and twists and turns… Free entry.
MUSIQUE
Spain at La Passerelle
The Friday December 20 at 7 p.m., free entry. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of oriental music with Egyptian virtuoso Ihab Radwan during this immersive conference. You will discover the oriental Maqâms and the deep meaning of their name. Through the analysis of a Sufi composition, we will explore how composers transmit initiatory and spiritual messages through their music, thus offering a true inner journey to listeners. This unique experience will include a recital of 2 carefully selected pieces by Ihab Radwan, illustrating the intimate connection between oriental musical modes and human feelings.
Gypsy jazz at the “Bistrot du Marché”
The Bistrot du Marché at 1, rue Alsace-Lorraine offers, Saturday December 21 from midday, a gypsy jazz concert with the group “Romanes” which will transport you to the rhythm of guitars and captivating melodies. The opportunity to share a friendly and warm moment with friends or family around a good drink and good oysters!
Organ and oboe concert at the Temple
The Protestant Temple at 32, rue Maurice-Clavel presents, Sunday December 22 at 5 p.m., in partnership with the Friends of the Organ association, an organ and oboe concert with Christopher Hainsworth on the organ and Michela Scali on the oboe. On the program: Vivaldi, Bach, Field, Rheinberger, Franck, Telemann, Traditional Christmases, Roesgen-Champion, Mouret, Cimarosa… Free participation.
Enchanted vigil of yesteryear in Frontignan
The Saint-Paul church at 3, rue Député-Lucien-Salette in Frontignan offers, Sunday December 22 at 5 p.m., an enchanted vigil of yesteryear with the “Duo Azur” composed of Jean Alingrin (clarinet, saxophone, Languedoc oboe, recorder) and Jean-Claude Brival (guitar, banjo). On the program, French, Occitan, Provençal, English Christmas carols). FREE ENTRANCE.
