Violette Franchi

"The French circus company Libertivore makes its American debut, though its director had to give up her performing career." (Brian Seibert)

Brigitte Lefèvre, Ballet’s Disciplined Rebel, Takes Her Next Steps (online article published on the 12/23/21 and print issue on the 12/26/21 and 12/29/21)

"Lefèvre, a former director of the Paris Opera Ballet, is stepping down from running the Cannes Dance Festival. What next? I want to dance.” (Roslyn Sulcas)

How The Cannes Film Festival Changed (online article - 07/15/21)

'The Cannes Film Festival returned after a year off. Unlike other festivals, which went online during the pandemic, Cannes organizers had vowed to wait until an in-person event was possible. All is not exactly back to normal.' (Stephanie Goodman)

 

Of Star Power and Red Rugs at Cannes (print article - 08/01/21)

'We knew the flashy photos of A-listers on the red carpet would accompany our daily coverage, and wanted an outsider’s glimpse — capturing what it was like being part of the crowd beyond the planned photo ops and parties the wire services were covering. Shooting over five days, Violette’s photos showcase everyday life continuing in a parallel universe to the starry hub- bub — in some cases literally, as the beach is across the street from the Palais where many red carpet events were held.' (Christy Harmon)