Get involved in our rich calendar of cultural events and activities.
The Alliance Française French Film Festival is making its grand return from 04 March to 09 April 2025! Get ready for an unforgettable cinematic journey featuring a spectacular selection of French films — from comedy, romance, and drama to thrilling
adventures.
The upcoming edition promises plenty of surprises, exciting special events, and an unmissable
Opening Night celebration that
will set the tone for an exceptional festival.
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Embark on an exclusive journey behind the scenes of this year's Alliance Française French Film
Festival. Join Philippe Ostermann, the Sydney Festival's Coordinator, as we dive deep into the exhilarating lineup of the 2025
French Film Festival.
A glass of wine included
We recommend French level B1+ to participate
Join us as we launch the 4th season of Philo Bistro at the Alliance Française of Sydney! This evening will explore the exciting world of spy cinema, featuring Jack Beaumont, a former spy turned bestselling author of The Frenchman (2021) and Dark Arena (2024).
La Plume d'Or is a global celebration of the Semaine de la Francophonie and the richness of Francophone cultures, organised by the French Senate for students of Alliance Française of A2 level of higher.
Last night, we had the pleasure of hosting an exclusive preview screening of En fanfare at Palace Moore Park.
It was fantastic to welcome members of the educational community and long-time supporters of the Alliance Française French Film Festival as
we gear up for the 36th edition.
Discover the images from the Word of Mouth 2025 here!
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Take home a piece of history! From the beginnings of the French diplomatic associations in Australia to 2024, trace some of the most important milestones of our shared Franco-Australian history.
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🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that this year marks 130 years of promoting French language and culture in Sydney!
🙏 Since 1895, Alliance Française of Sydney has been dedicated to promoting the French language and Francophone cultures, strengthening the
bond between France and Australia.
💫 We’re ready to celebrate with a series of exceptional events throughout the year.
🗓️ Stay tuned for more updates – we can’t wait to share this special year with you!
This January, we were delighted to welcome Pascaline Meunier from the Agence d’Attractivité de Toulouse,
who brought with her a special pedagogical suitcase filled with Toulouse treasures!
Inside, students discovered violets, an Occitan flag, a Bigflo & Oli CD, and more, offering a unique glimpse into the
culture of Toulouse. These gifts have already made their way into our classrooms, where our teachers are sharing their passion for the
city with students.
We’re grateful to Pascaline and the Agence d’Attractivité de Toulouse for choosing us as the second recipient of the “Valise de Toulouse”
worldwide!
François Romanet, President of the Board of Directors, has a message for our dedicated members, students and staff. Read it here.
The Alliance Française de Sydney was honoured to participate in the Prix National du Civisme pour la Jeunesse 2024 ceremony,
organised by the Association Nationale des Membres de l'Ordre National du Mérite at the Consular Residence, under the distinguished patronage of the Consul General of France. We extend our sincere gratitude to the Consul General and the event organisers for their warm invitation.
We would also like to express our heartfelt appreciation to our valued partners—Killarney Heights Public School, the French-speaking
Association of the North Shore (FANS), Taren Point Public School, and Lycée Condorcet Sydney - International French School—for their ongoing
efforts to empower young people to take action, champion their values, and develop into engaged, responsible members of society.
The Alliance Française de Sydney represented by Dominique Barbeau, was invited to the annual Australian South Sea Islander Reception and
Flag Raising event hosted by the City of Sydney. The event commemorated the forced migration of South Sea Islanders to Australia in the
1800s through blackbirding. Many South Sea Islanders were brought to Australia to work in sugar cane farming, seafaring, and other
industries. The event featured speeches and performances that highlighted the discrimination and disadvantage experienced by South Sea
Islanders throughout Australian history. The City of Sydney Council has formally recognized Australian South Sea Islanders as a unique
minority group and has taken steps to address their historical injustices.
The event was hosted by Councillor Emelda Davis, whose grandfather was abducted from the island of Tanna in Vanuatu when he was 12 years
old. The singer who performed at the event told the audience about her grandfather who was kidnapped from Lifou in the New Caledonian
archipelago. The event was a reminder of the importance of reconciliation and the need to continue working towards a more just and equitable
society.
We’re thrilled to announce that our official recognition as a Professional Development Provider by the New South Wales Education Standards
Authority (NESA) has been renewed !
For decades, we’ve been dedicated to supporting French teachers in NSW with training and resources to enrich their practice.
This recognition reaffirms our commitment to providing top-notch professional development and fostering a vibrant French learning environment in Sydney. Here’s to continuing our mission of promoting the French language and culture!
This morning, our General Manager was invited on Channel 9 to help Alex and Sarah, the Olympic Games presenters, to brush up on their
French.
It was a wonderful opportunity to share some language tips and add a touch of French flair to their coverage.
We’ve been included by Twinkl as one of their Top Picks for Learning a Second Language in Australia!
This week, our General Manager Denis Morandet was interviewed by SBS and discussed our cultural programme for the upcoming months.
We have gathered a selection of our teachers and staff's favourite French restaurants in Sydney, from classics to lesser-known gems.
What an incredible day it was to celebrate 140 years of the Alliance Francaise movement with the children and teenagers! Between games, rows, quizzes and cooking, the children and teenagers had a great time. As a bonus, they were able to expand their French vocabulary while having fun. And to top it all off, the super cake competition was a real success, with each of the creations more delicious than the last. A memorable day to celebrate this wonderful occasion together.
When the music of Celine Dion makes sweet Canadian love with the eleven-time Oscar®-winning film Titanic, you get TITANÍQUE, a musical
celebration that turns one of the greatest love stories of all time into a hysterical and joyful party aboard the Ship of Dreams.
Featuring 17 of Celine Dion’s greatest hits including Taking Chances and My Heart Will Go On, it’s “the most fun you can
have sitting down! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐” Time Out
Two 17 year-olds must grapple with how to understand themselves and each other, in this bittersweet coming-of-age romance from Camera d’Or winner Claire Burger.
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