Paris Weekend Guide: Versace Retrospective, Rajamouli Films, Yōkai Matsuri
The Musée Maillol in Paris is unveiling the first significant retrospective of Gianni Versace in France since 1986, showcasing nearly 450 works within a vibrant setting designed by Nathalie Crinière. This exhibition highlights Versace's journey from a workshop in Calabria to his influences drawn from Catholic iconography and Greek sculptures. Over the weekend, the Cinémathèque française will honor S.S. Rajamouli, starting with his Oscar-winning feature 'RRR'. The Yōkai Matsuri festival is set to return to La Petite Halle de la Villette, merging Japanese folklore with various performances and workshops. Additionally, the Fondation des Artistes marks its 50th anniversary with a complimentary celebration in Nogent-sur-Marne. The Théâtre Paris-Villette is staging 'Cavalières', while 'Chers Parents' wraps up at the Théâtre de Paris. Danielle Arbid's film 'Seuls les rebelles' premieres in cinemas, and Graham Coxon releases his new album 'Castle Park'.
Key facts
- Musée Maillol hosts 'Gianni Versace Retrospective' with nearly 450 pieces, first major French retrospective since 1986.
- Cinémathèque française holds a weekend dedicated to S.S. Rajamouli, opening with 'RRR' (2022, Oscar Best Original Song).
- Yōkai Matsuri festival at La Petite Halle de la Villette on June 28, featuring Maïa Barouh, mask workshops, and Japanese stalls.
- Fondation des Artistes celebrates 50 years with a free party in Nogent-sur-Marne on June 27.
- Isabelle Lafon's play 'Cavalières' at Théâtre Paris-Villette on June 26 and 27.
- Comedy 'Chers Parents' final performances at Théâtre de Paris through June 28.
- Graham Coxon releases album 'Castle Park' recorded in 2011, with concert at O2 Forum Kentish Town on November 28, 2026.
- Danielle Arbid's film 'Seuls les rebelles' starring Hiam Abbass and Amine Benrachid releases June 24.
Entities
Artists
- Gianni Versace
- Nathalie Crinière
- S.S. Rajamouli
- Bruno Aveillan
- Nicolas Bary
- Kotoôshû Katsunori
- Isabelle Lafon
- Maïa Barouh
- Pierre Lapprand
- Lucille Moussalli
- Danielle Arbid
- Hiam Abbass
- Amine Benrachid
- Graham Coxon
- Ben Hillier
- Aidan Cochrane
Institutions
- Musée Maillol
- Cinémathèque française
- Fondation des Artistes
- Théâtre Paris-Villette
- Théâtre de Paris
- Jass Club Paris
- Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris
- La Petite Halle de la Villette
- Nanna
- Transgressive Records
- O2 Forum Kentish Town
- Carlotta
- Artistik Rezo
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Tokyo
- Japan
- Nogent-sur-Marne
- Beyrouth
- Lebanon
- London
- United Kingdom
- Calabria
- Italy