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Programme
The first route of the museum ship will be the Mediterranean, an area of millennia of history and exchange, which has always mobilized and nourished the inspiration of artists, and naturally invites intercultural dialogue.
Discover the programme of activities on the quayside and in the towns: performances, concerts, conferences, screenings, workshops, meetings and other events.
Upcoming events
The underwater divines are flying and floating and melting with us
A visual and sonic symphony that immerses us in the mysteries of the deep sea, while also becoming an ode to imagination and creation. Based on a film by the artist Rosa Tharrats aboard a ship on an expedition with the Schmidt Ocean Institute, the performance includes a soundtrack created in situ, in a process of dramatic and musical improvisation led by musician Mau Boada (Esperit!), singer Clara Enrich-Genestar, and poet Gabriel Ventura.
Grief and grievance: listening as learning
On this occasion, Ikram Bouloum reappropriates her technique as a selector to present "Grief and grievance: listening as learning", a listening session in which she traces a journey through different musical genres and sound archives, entering into dialogue with her referents and opening up space for new superpositions to address questions of poetic belonging.
Winds know what maps have forgotten
”Winds know what maps have forgotten” is a hands-on, immersive workshop where sound, maps, and imagination meet. Participants inhabit a large floor map of the Mediterranean to create wind-inspired soundscapes, stories and speculative narratives.
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La Bissaperie
La Bissaperie is a collective invocation of Frantz Fanon's memory through a shared reading of his texts and the preparation of bissap, a hibiscus flower drink. I propose a friendly and horizontal meeting place focused on the revolutionary ideas of the thinker and a platform for people to connect with their identity, heritage and community.
Fiction and Lies. The Role of the Novel in the World of Post-Truth
In our time of fake news, disinformation, and political manipulation, the difference between truth and lies seems increasingly unclear. Artificial intelligence can distort our perceptions, and social media encloses us in bubbles that destroy the very idea of a shared reality. In this world, what place does fiction occupy—the old craft of telling stories that never happened? Can novels contain more truth than reality as we see it? The Colombian novelist Juan Gabriel Vásquez proposes a conversation about our relationship with invented stories in an increasingly uncertain world.
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Pulso y Horizonte (Pulse and Horizon)
“Pulso y Horizonte” is an instrumental project led by Pedro Javier González, one of the most respected guitarists on the contemporary Spanish music scene. Flamenco, jazz, world music and improvisation converge in an open, celebratory proposal inspired by the Mediterranean, where rhythmic pulse and collective dialogue shape a vibrant and highly communicative musical experience.
The Drought. An oasis.
Disco Atlas (with accompanying artists)
The concept is centered on Disco Atlas’ own artistic project, in which he invites artists to join as surprise guests. By collaborating with Gnawa musicians—specifically emerging performers rather than established Maâlems—Disco Atlas highlights how the music he plays can organically merge with live instrumentation. The aim is to demonstrate that this sound is flexible, alive, and open to reinterpretation through live performance, creating a unique and spontaneous experience each time.
Breakwater: drift through forgotten spaces
Walking through the port and its surroundings based on a reflection on the sea as a forgotten space and its limits. The breakwater at sea and on land. The itinerary will unfold in dialogue with the notions of the artist and photographer Alan Sekula, maritime ex-votos, and urban transformation.
Breakwater: drift through forgotten spaces
Walking through the port and its surroundings based on a reflection on the sea as a forgotten space and its limits. The breakwater at sea and on land. The itinerary will unfold in dialogue with the notions of the artist and photographer Alan Sekula, maritime ex-votos, and urban transformation.
Seitons Masdeu Hola i Adeu
Seitons Masdeu Hola i Adeu is the official presentation of a vinegar-marinated anchovy company founded by the artist, daughter of the last fish auctioneer (crying out bids aloud) in Arenys de Mar, her hometown. The piece sits somewhere between a performative meal, a 1990s television program, and a theatrical work.
Stories from the Periphery, told by Silvia Albert Sopale and Kouyate Ansoumane
A collection of stories from diverse origins, told to broaden perspectives, open hearts, and bring souls closer together. All of these stories share a common thread: the presence of Afro-descendant people as protagonists. Brave, resilient, and joyful individuals who serve as mirrors for us to reflect on and imagine our own lives.
Past events
Journey through time and space
Discover recent virtual reality creations connected to the themes of the Art Explora Festival: heritage, art culture, migrations...
Opening day
Opening day of the Art Explora Festival in Marseille. On the programme : official speeches, dancing, concerts and DJ set... Reservations sold out, but access will be possible on site depending on capacity.
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Aboard the museum boat
Discover on board 2 experiences: Present, the immersive exhibition with the exceptional collaboration of the Louvre Museum, and the sound voyage in the Mediterranean created by Ircam x Centre Pompidou. Sailing by Laure Prouvost.
Workshop - Learn to film with your smartphone - Kourtrajmé School
The goal of this workshop is to learn how to fully utilize your smartphone to capture high-quality video memories. Mouezi Fatoumiya, technical instructor and project manager at the Kourtrajmé school, will guide you through framing techniques, composition, shot values, and essential accessories for filming. All these lessons will be put into practice to create quality stories!
Momo Choir and Speech by Laure Prouvost
The choir's procession will culminate in a live performance on stage with singer Tsar B, followed by a screening of a film by Laure Prouvost and a speech by the artist.
Workshop – Afrovibe – Maryam Kaba
Maryam Kaba invites you to discover Afrovibe, an inclusive dance form open to all levels and ages, and gender-neutral, that blends artistic creation, group physical activity, and letting go. Her teaching fosters greater self-awareness: improving flexibility, coordination, and balance, while developing musicality, rhythm, and listening skills. Come share her motto: EveryBODY can vibe!
Original Rockerz - Pratiques libres 'Marseille fait son show' : Talent foot freestyle
Come and touch the ball at La Marseillaise! Freestyle soccer contest open to all, accompanied by professionals.
Voices: Fif Tobossi
30-minute speech by an inspiring personality: Fif Tobossi
Speech by Frédéric Jousset
Conversation with Frédéric Jousset, President and Founder of the Art Explora Foundation introduced by Fabrice Bousteau, editor-in-chief of Beaux Arts magazine.
Walk – How did the ancients see the world? - Caspar Noyons - GR2013 Guides Bureau
During this walk, we will explore the oldest remains of Massilia, from the ancient port to the excavations of the former stock exchange, before reaching the sea. Beyond history, we will delve into the ancient imagination through the myths of Greece, Mesopotamia, and Egypt, discovering that each human being is a universe unto themselves and that the city itself reflects the cosmos.
Granada - Rodeo
RODÉO - A show for the public space, created in 2023 by the Grenade - Josette Baïz group and company.
The Twilight Bar - Belsunce Projects (guests by Martha Kirszenbaum)
As part of Art Explora, Belsunce Projects aims to inaugurate Le Bar du Crépuscule (The Twilight Bar) in the agora, providing a welcoming, in-person space for the public, the community, and artistic disciplines during the festival. Le Bar du Crépuscule is a tool for bringing creative forces together.
DJ Set Hadi Zeidan (guest by Martha Kirszenbaum)
French-Lebanese composer Hadi Zeidan, born in Beirut, creates music that blends Arabic and electronic influences in a quest for multicultural dialogue and musical modernity. He crafts unique electronic sounds, often serving as platforms for sonic communion, conversation, and unique dancefloor moments. His work sparks conversations about multiculturalism, identity, and the nostalgia for feelings you might experience when you're away from home.
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Workshop – The Mobile Recycling Center – Wild Mediterranean with the collaboration of Laure Prouvost
The Sauvage Méditerranée association offers two workshops with its mobile recycling center. You will have the opportunity to discover the main stages of plastic recycling through three fun activities, culminating in the creation of an object designed by the artist Laure Prouvost, using the heating and injection of recycled plastic!
Carte blanche at UNESCO
Round table discussion on "From local to distant: the impact of climate change on our natural and cultural heritage", moderated by Alison Faynot, UNESCO.
Frequently asked questions
The Art Explora Festival will take place from spring 2024 to spring 2026 in various Mediterranean cities.
Festival events take place both on the museum boat's quay and in heritage and/or emblematic sites in the stopover towns. To find out all about upcoming events in your town, consult our Agenda.
The Art Explora Festival offers a rich, multi-disciplinary program including visits to the museum ship, exhibition pavilions, virtual reality experiences, artistic performances, concerts, lectures, film screenings, creative workshops and meetings. You'll be able to discover local and international artists, as well as thinkers and cultural players exploring contemporary themes related to the Mediterranean region. To find out all about upcoming events in your city, consult our Agenda.
All Festival events are free of charge. Please note, however, that some events - such as workshops - require a reservation via the ticket office. Please consult the page dedicated to each event for more information on times and booking procedures.
To ensure that everyone has the best possible experience at the Festival, we have drawn up a visitors' charter listing a few good practices.
Yes, the boat is freely accessible on site. However, you can pre-book your time online on our website.
For reasons of safety and preservation of the boat, high heels and stilettos may not be worn on the boat.
To take part in the workshops and meetings offered during the Festival, you'll generally need to register in advance. Information on how to register will be available on the dedicated event page, where you can also find details of times and how to take part.
Yes, the Art Explora Festival also offers child-friendly activities, such as creative workshops specially designed for young participants. Take a look at the program to find out about events and activities for children and families.
The museum boat is open to all free of charge. To find out on which quay it will be moored, or to pre-book your slot, consult the page dedicated to your town.
Appropriate facilities have been set up on the Festival site for the reception and access of people with reduced mobility. The boat is equipped with a 1m-wide ramp, accessible to people with reduced mobility, but may require the accompaniment of a third party due to its gradient of over 6%. Access to the aft deck and immersive exhibition is possible. However, the upper deck is not accessible. Please inform us in advance of any special accessibility requirements, so that we can make the necessary arrangements.
Thank you for your interest in the Art Explora Festival! To find out more about our volunteer opportunities and to apply, please visit our "Become a volunteer"section of our website. There you'll find all the information you need about the roles available and the application procedure. We look forward to meeting you!
We're delighted to consider new partnerships for the Art Explora Festival. To find out how, please visit our dedicated page or write to us at contact@artexplora.org