Life at the Scottish court could be sweet: Princess Ginevra and Prince Ariodante are in love, and their wedding is soon to be celebrated. But their happiness is short-lived. The cunning Polinesso, driven by lust and ambition, falsely accuses Ginevra of infidelity, shattering her honour and removing his rival. Inspired by an episode from Ludovico Ariosto’s Orlando Furioso, Georg Friedrich Handel composed Ariodante in 1735 for Covent Garden in London. This opera seria is a masterpiece of the Baroque repertoire, rich in intricate arias and deep emotional resonance, including the famous lament Scherza infida. Renowned Baroque specialist Robert Carsen directs a production that delves into the psychological complexity of the characters and explores themes of power, enhanced by kilts, Celtic dances, and subtle references to the modern British royal family.
The exhibition at the Jeu de Paume in Paris presents a critical exploration of the impact of artificial intelligence on artistic production and our perception of the world, bringing together over 50 international artists.
At White Cube in Paris, Robert Irwin’s last artistic project before his death in 2023 presents sculptures and murals that reflect his long-standing investigation into the perception and interaction between light and space.
The story of Charles Frederick Worth (1825 - 1895) and the legendary haute couture house that the English designer opened at 7 Rue de la Paix. An exhibition that brings together more than 400 works - clothes, objects and accessories, paintings, graphic arts - to tell the story of the historic maison.
Military slaves of Turkish and Caucasian origin, the Mamluks built their legend on their warrior might. From 1250 to 1517, the Mamluk Sultanate conquered the last strongholds of the Crusaders, fought and repelled the threat of the Mongols, survived the invasions of Tamerlane, and held at bay the threatening neighbors of the Turkmen and Ottomans.
