Francophonie Festival 2016

Saturday, 12.03.2016 – Saturday, 20.02.2016

Cultural event

Francophonie Festival, Singapore 2016

The Embassy of Switzerland in collaboration with the Alliance française in Singapore is pleased to invite all French language lovers to celebrate La Francophonie and take part in the festive programme!

La Francophonie is celebrated across the globe in March to coincide with the birth of the first Intergovernmental Francophone Organization established on 20th March, 1970 in Niamey (Niger).

In Singapore, the French language and its cultural and linguistic diversity are celebrated through films, writing, music and art exhibitions.

The Embassy of Switzerland is proud to be involved in some highlights of the festivities.

  • Francophone Film Festival: From 12 to 18 March at the Alliance française 

French speaking movies will be screened with English subtitles

  • On 17 March, Switzerland presents “Pause” by Mathieu Urfer.

A romance and fun movie about a young couple who decides to put their relationship on hold. But, he will try to achieve the impossible to prove her she’s the only woman for him.

  • The Francophonie Day: Saturday, 19 March at the Alliance française

The embassies of Switzerland, France, Belgium and Canada together with the Alliance française will make you rediscover the French culture through a culinary specialties and a fun contest to test your knowledge.  

  • Noga’s concert: Sunday 20 March - 5pm at the Alliance française

Be transported by the chanson  vibe of Noga and her alter-ego Patrick Bebey in a concert that pleases your ears with a mix of jazz, world music and vocal improvisation.

Tickets available on peatix.com

For a complete list of events, please visit the Alliance française website

We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Alliance française, Singapore