The theatre and dance festival in Avignon, 8
miles away,
is the region's cultural focal point during July. It is a huge
multi-arts celebration and the largest festival of it's kind in Europe with over 700
performances. The festival is divided into the 'in' - with some of Europe's
leading directors- and the 'off' - which resembles the 'fringe' at the
Edinburgh festival. Throughout the town there are
plays, dance and music, ranging from professional productions in the
spectacular setting of 'Le Palais de Papes' to lively amateur
productions in back street halls.
The cafés are
animated by small theatre sketches and street acts.
The festival runs from July 6 to July
28 and visits are incorporated into our courses during that time. We
also offer a special week with a different program for Intermediate
level, which is described below.
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Avignon Festival Special Week
The course gives you the opportunity to experience the fantastic atmosphere of the
festival with Magali, who will share with you her knowledge and give you
insights into the event. During the week you will have the chance to see
several performances, which we choose together. Course
date: July 22-27
Intermediate level - 930
euros
Price includes lessons, full-board accommodation, plus a cooking
lesson.
Price excludes: tickets (around 15 euros), 2 lunches and 1 dinner
(menu from 18 euros).
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The course starts Sunday evening with dinner at the centre.
Monday morning's lesson,
includes an introduction of the performance we will see together at
the festival during the afternoon. This is followed by a relaxing drink
in a café where we can discuss what we have seen..
Tuesday: After a short lesson we will drive you to Avignon for
lunch in one of its animated cafés or restaurants. The afternoon is free to enjoy
a performance, one of Avignon's many museums or to relax in the town. The
evening meal is taken back at the center.
Wednesday morning and lunch time is spent at the picturesque medieval town of St
Remy and its Provencal market. In the afternoon, the lesson
is followed by a cooking workshop with a local chef who will prepare
some local specialties with you.
Thursday starts with a morning class and then an afternoon
visit to Avignon. The day ends with dinner together in one of Avignon's
restaurants, well-known among locals for its fantastic food and original
menu.
Friday has a lesson in the morning and
is followed by final lunch
together before the course finishes.
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