The Carmignac family may own masterpieces ranging from Basquiats to Boticellis, yet it was 21st century imagery they invested in when they created a photojournalism prize in 2009. Our reporters went to check out the work of past winners, which is now on display at the Carmignac property on the French island of Porquerolles.
Also, after months of lockdown, people are tentatively returning to cultural venues here in Paris and theatres are scrambling to come up with creative ways to stage performances safely. We find out about the Théâtre de la Colline's new version of director Wajdi Mouawad's play, "Littoral".
Yet in the south of France, the city of Avignon is dealing with the reality of a summer season without its usual sense of spectacle. We find out how the cancellation of its annual theatre festival is affecting the performing arts community and local businesses in Provence.
