A Youth-Focused Programme
To promote the learning of French and highlight Francophone cultures, a variety of activities will be organised for children and young adults.
At the French Institute
- 3 March: The Joutes oratoires lycéennes, supported by Francophonie UK.
- 8 & 29 March: Two storytelling workshops for children aged 2–6, featuring Tales from Quebec and Tales from Africa.
- 28 March: Announcement of the Choix Goncourt UK, coordinated by the Higher Education, Research and Innovation Department of the French Embassy.
- 29 March: Screenings of two animated films for children: Vanille and Shooom’s Odyssey.
Beyond
- 17–21 March: The second edition of Francophonie on the Road will visit Dereham, Lincoln, Solihull, and Portsmouth.
Events for the General Public
The 2025 programme also aims to showcase Francophonie through literary encounters and film screenings, open to all.
At the French Institute
Three literary discussions will be held at the French Institute:
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5 March: Clara Dupont-Monod, for the English publication of S’adapter (And the Stones Cry Out).
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27 March: Neige Sinno, discussing the English translation of Triste Tigre (Sad Tiger).
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28 March: Camille Laurens, in conversation following the Choix Goncourt UK, about her latest book Ta promesse (in French).
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11 March: Screening of When Autumn Falls, followed by a Q&A with director François Ozon and lead actress Hélène Vincent.
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Throughout March, the Chantal Akerman film series continues.
Beyond
- 4 March: Beata Umubyeyi Mairesse at the Maison Française d’Oxford.
- 6 March: Beata Umubyeyi Mairesse will also be at Foyles Charing Cross, London, for the launch of Le Convoi (The Convoy).
- 12–16 March: The French Institute is a partner of Le Petit Prince, directed by Anne Tournié, with its first UK performances at the London Coliseum.
- 26 March: The 10th edition of the International Impro Match, organised by the Quebec Delegation in London, will take place at the Tabernacle Theatre.
Francophonie Across the UK
- The Institut français d’Ecosse and its partners have also curated a rich programme in March, including talks, theatre performances, film screenings, and workshops.
- The Alliances Françaises across the UK will host both online and in-person events, including quizzes, readings, conferences, and film screenings.