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We cordially request the pleasure of your company for the rare delight of a cabaret singing performance by living legend Jane Birkin at the Embassy of France for only $30! Sit back and relax to a magical live performance, followed by a reception to meet the artist as well as ICDC members in attendance. This is a wonderful opportunity to make new friends whether you come by yourself or with friends.
Tickets for the concert and wine reception are only $30 for a limited time. Please reserve your tickets soon, as capacity at the French Embassy auditorium is limited.
Jane Birkin, daughter of actress Judy Campbell, and Royal Navy Captain David Birkin, had her début in 1967 in the musical comedy “Passion Flower Hotel,” by John Barry, composer of 11 James Bond soundtracks, with whom Ms. Birkin was married for three years.
At the age of 20, Ms. Birkin appeared in “Blow-up,” Michelangelo Antonioni's scandalous film that received much buzz at the Cannes Film Festival. In 1969, she became inseparable from the famous French singer-songwriter, actor/director Serge Gainsbourg. Their life together became a musical legend when they recorded “Je t'aime moi non plus.” In this album, Ms. Birkin sang four solo tracks, others in duet with Gainsbourg. The record sold a million copies in a matter of months and in 1975 was adapted into a movie.
After her separation from Gainsbourg in 1980 and third marriage to film director Jacques Doillon, Gainsbourg and Birkin continued to communicate through music. Gainsbourg, suffering from the separation, confessed this to her discreetly through “Baby alone in Babylone.” In 1990, Gainsbourg dedicated a new album to Birkin: “Amours des feintes.” It was to be his last, as he passed away shortly after the album’s release. In 1998, Jane recorded “A la légère,” a recording venture, which she described as 'total infidelity.' She invited 12 composers to write 12 original songs, each inspired by Gainsbourg.
Throughout her career, Jane Birkin has recorded over 17 albums. Her most recent releases include the 2009 "Jane Birkin au Palace," a Live Album recorded at the eponymous theatre in Paris last March, and the 2008 EMI release “Enfants d’Hiver.” She has appeared in over fifty films and has remained a sex symbol for over forty years.
Ms. Birkin has sung on behalf of Amnesty International, made a short film for the battle against AIDS, and she continues to support the Federation of Human Rights (FIDH) activities through her many performances and appearances.
Website: http://www.janebirkin.net/uk/index.html
Video: http://www.janebirkin.net/videos/2008-enfants-videoclip.html
YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHiMDB19Dyc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7BjL36Dubk
Refreshments may be purchased at a cash bar during the reception.
Business or cocktail attire requested.
Please note that the concert promptly starts at the designated time, Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the designated time!
Please note that the event will go ahead rain, shine, or snow. We look forward to seeing you at the French Embassy for a delightful concert regardless of the weather. Purchase of ticket confirms acceptance of our rain date policy.
Tickets and Registration
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Due to security considerations at the embassy, we are unable to accept walk-ins. You must reserve a ticket in advance to attend this event. THERE WILL BE NO DOOR SALES.Tickets are only $30 for a limited time and $40 afterwards. Please reserve your tickets soon, as capacity is limited, |
Please note that all online ticket sales are final.
We are unable to offer cancelations or refunds on online ticket sales.
La Maison Française
4101 Reservoir Road NW
Washington DC 20007
Your purchase will entitle you - on a first come, first served basis - to the Embassy's underground parking (pending security considerations and space availability).
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