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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
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Aboard the museum boat
Discover 2 experiences on board: "Presents", the immersive exhibition with the exceptional collaboration of the Louvre Museum as well as the sound journey in the Mediterranean created by Ircam x Centre Pompidou. Sail by Laure Prouvost.
Voices : Fif Tobossi
A 30-minute talk by an inspiring personality: Fif Tobossi
Workshop - Learn to film with your smartphone - Ecole Kourtrajmé
The aim of this workshop is to learn how to exploit the full potential of your smartphone to capture quality video memories. Mouezi Fatoumiya, technical supervisor and project manager at the Kourtrajmé school, will introduce you to framing techniques, composition, shot values and essential accessories for filming. All these lessons will be put into practice to produce quality stories!
Granada - Rodeo
RODÉO - A show for the public space, created in 2023 by the Grenade - Josette Baïz group and company.
Belsunce Project: Liliane Giraudon, Lucile Littot, Markos Mazarakis (invited by Martha Kirszenbaum)
Belsunce Projects inaugurates the Twilight Bar in the Agora, with a reading by Liliane Giraudon and a musical performance by Lucile Littot and Markos Mazarakis, as well as downtown for a convivial welcome to audiences, the community and the artistic disciplines represented during the festival period. Marseille-based Belsunce Projects, founded by Won Jin Choi and Basile Ghosn in 2018, is an independent, associative exhibition space whose aim is to disseminate contemporary creation to a wide audience locally and internationally.
Stroll - How did the ancients see the world? - Caspar Noyons - Bureau des Guides du GR2013
During this walk, we'll explore Massilia's most ancient remains, from the ancient port to the excavations in the bourse center, and on to the sea. Beyond history, we'll delve into the ancient imagination through the myths of Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt, discovering that every human being is a universe and that the city itself reflects the cosmos.
DJ Set Hadi Zeidan (invited by Martha Kirszenbaum)
Born in Beirut, Hadi Zeidan is a French-Lebanese composer whose music blends Arabic and electronic influences in a quest for multicultural dialogue and musical modernity. He creates unique electronic sounds, often serving as sonic communions, conversations and unique dance floor moments. His work provokes conversations about multiculturalism, identities, nostalgia and the feelings you can get when you're not at home.
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Workshop - La Recyclerie Mobile - Sauvage Méditerranée with the collaboration of Laure Prouvost
The association Sauvage Méditerranée is offering two workshops with its Recyclerie mobile. You'll have the opportunity to discover the main stages of plastic recycling through three fun activities, with the aim of creating an object designed by artist Laure Prouvost, using the heating and injection of recycled plastic!
Past events
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The museum boat
Discover 2 on-board experiences: "Présentes", the immersive exhibition with the exceptional collaboration of the Louvre Museum, and the Mediterranean sound journey created by Ircan x Centre Pompidou.
NUYE
NUYE is a circus and choreographic proposal for six acrobats that starts from the exploration of the dynamics of couple/duo/partner relationships and that reflects the comings and goings between self and others, in a constant search to feel complete.
*Etnika
*Etnika has a two-decade track record of creating original and interactive performances and creative projects that raise awareness of Maltese traditional music, whilst challenging and broadening the concepts of local culture through innovation and integration.
Justin Adams, Mauro Durante & Mohamed Errebbaa
This collaboration between guitar virtuoso Justin Adams, Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino violinist and percussionist Mauro Durante stems from a concert led by Ludovico Einaudi, the Notte della Taranta in Puglia, where the two first played together, recognizing kindred spirits in the trance rhythms of Taranta. Together, they create a raw, stripped-back sound that moves and mesmerises.
Open Book Fora
Open Book Fora is a diverse and inclusive gathering where individuals share their stories and explore subjects resonating with contemporary society. This initiative celebrates diversity, fostering openness, inclusivity, and understanding among participants. It reminds us of the power within shared narratives, each intertwining a distinctive thread into the collective experience.
BONĠU BEJT!
BONĠU BEJT! revolves around three characters who become stranded on a roof after a cyclone sweeps through, leaving them stuck on Peppu’s pristine roof. The flagpole in the middle of the roof is his pride and joy. Peppu, along with the fussy Tina and the acrophobic service worker, must now find a way to safely get off the roof. Their adventure on the roof is filled with thrilling acrobatics on a massive pole and a mischievous mouse that wreaks hilarious havoc on our protagonists. But how will the discovery of a mysterious egg help them find a way off the roof safely?
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, conferences, 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 visits to the museum boat - must be booked through 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 tour is free. However, you must reserve your time online in the dedicated area of our ticketing service.
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. See the program to find out about events and activities adapted to children and families.
The museum boat is open to all, free of charge and subject to registration. Find out all about the museum boat on our dedicated page. To find out on which quay it will be moored, consult the page dedicated to your town.
The catamaran is currently not wheelchair 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 Festival Art Explora ! 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 be considering new partnerships for the Festival Art Explora. To find out how, please visit our dedicated page or write to us at contact@artexplora.org