Daughter of a Turkish father and a French mother, Euphrate is a high school senior learning her dual heritage has shaped her identity. Blending dance and spoken word, this charming solo performance by Nil Bosca tells the story of a young woman discovering her own voice.
Followed by a Q&A with the artists
Daughter of a Turkish father and a French mother, Euphrate is a high school senior learning her dual heritage has shaped her identity. Blending dance and spoken word, this charming solo performance by Nil Bosca tells the story of a young woman discovering her own voice.
Bring your toddler to the 2nd floor library for Petits potes, a fun story time in French! Walking and non-walking little ones will enjoy interactive stories, games, and songs, all in a group setting.
NY Premiere
Introduced by Sophie Letourneur
Burnt-out parents Jean-Fi and Sophie (singer Philippe Katerine and Letourneur) escape to Sicily, trying to reclaim their lives and reignite a spark, but find it’s not so easy to leave your baggage behind. What transpires is a compulsively watchable yet highly unglorified getaway full of neuroses and awkward humor.
Screening & Talk
Dive into the history and mythology of the superhero through the second episode of this acclaimed PBS documentary featuring interviews with Stan Lee, Chris Claremont and other stars of the comics industry. Through this unusually rich gathering of writers, artists, editors, and screen creators, the documentary unfolds as a rare and authoritative oral history of the American superhero, narrated by those who have defined, expanded, and reinvented it. Following the screening, hear from director Michael Kantor, writer Laurence Maslon and comics writer Ivan Cohen.
Screening & Talk
In the 1980s, the Captain Africa series featured one of the first African superheroes, inspiring a new generation of African comic artists. This documentary is followed by a conversation with writer/director Xavier Fournier and artist Greg Anderson Elysée
Screening & Talk
Chronicling the creation of one of the most beloved DC Comics, this documentary explores how Alex Ross and Mark Waid developed the story and illustrations for Kingdom Come. The screening is followed by a discussion with editors Joey Cavalieri and Charles Kochman.
Conference
How can a French comics fan break into the American market? Blending practical insight, firsthand anecdotes, and a clear-eyed view of the industry, Fabrice Sapolsky offers an informative and humorous talk, shedding light on the realities and opportunities of comics in the United States.
Masterclass
Illustrator Benjamin Lacombe discusses his adaptations of classic literature (The Great Gatsby, The Little Mermaid) and his approach to visual storytelling, as well as his live illustration performances that combine music, dance and visual art.
Workshop
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from French illustrator Benjamin Lacombe, known for his whimsical adaptations of classics in an intimate, hands-on drawing workshop!
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Letourneur’s semi-autobiographical debut feature provides a spirited peek into the daily activities of a group of twentysomethings as they drink and smoke, hook up and break up, bond and bicker, and hang out at an apartment nicknamed “the ranch” shared by a couple of the girls.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Join us in celebrating springtime at this year’s L’Alliance New York Young Patrons Printemps Party!
Frederick Wiseman in France
Friday, May 8, 2026
In memoriam of Frederick Wiseman, the great American filmmaker and part-time Paris resident, we present three of his cinematic portraits of French culture. First up, the extraordinary La Danse: “The film follows the rehearsals and performances of seven ballets […] and the coordinated and collaborative work of choreographers, ballet masters, dancers, musicians, and costume, set, and lighting designers.” — Zipporah Films
