Bleu Blanc Rogue Festival
Image: Nancy Bamaga and Fred Leone are both guest curators of Clancestry 2014
If you love croissants and wine, have a knack for French films and fashion, or have a love affair with The Lourve – the Bleu Blanc Rouge Festival has got you covered.
Held over four days, the festival is an event that celebrates all things French, immersing Sydney-siders within the culture, food and lifestyle you would expect directly from Paris.
The four day open air festival will be transforming Sydney’s iconic Circular Quay into a unique and interactive space that completely revolves around all things French, while also incorporating other European nations.
The BBR Festival begins on Bastille Day (or French National Day), and kicks off the celebrations with a free party event with a DJ playing. Festival director Vincent Hernandez revealed that it is his favourite part of the festivities.
“It’s a free event and it’s one of the best parties in Sydney. People will be dancing and enjoying music, just like they do in France on Bastille Day,” he said.
You can expect a variety of artistic events and delicious stalls, spread over three villages. Hernandez said this year differs from previous years, as they are “bringing in snow as a part of the Canadian snow island, giving people the opportunity to experience a snowy Circular Quay”.
Punters can also take advantage of the open air cinema, screening French cult classic films, watch a cabaret show, or take part in cooking masterclasses with leading French chefs.
Hernandez says the spectacular festival “allows French visitors and the people of Sydney to have the opportunity to celebrate France the same they do back home. We are bringing in the culture and food of Europe to Sydney so everyone can experience it”. (MR)
July 14–17. Circular Quay. Free and paid events. Info, sessions and bookings: bbrfestival.com.au
BY MARTYN REYES
