Film Concert – Le Cirque - Cancelled

Dear Sir or Madam, Dear audience, It is with deep regret that we announce the cancellation of the film concert *Le Cirque* by Charlie Chaplin, scheduled for 20 December 2026 at the Théâtre Debussy. This decision is the result of a significant reduction in government funding, which was notified to us at very short notice and has come at a time when our budget is already under strain. It means we are forced to cancel an event that we were very much looking forward to sharing with you. We realise how disappointing this cancellation may be and offer you our sincerest apologies. We very much hope that any further budget cuts in 2027 will not force us to make further cancellations. We remain fully committed to preserving the artistic events that bring us together throughout the season. Your trust and loyalty are particularly precious to us during this difficult period. The musicians, our team members and I would like to thank you warmly for your support of the Orchestra. Jean-Marie Blanchard Chief Executive of the Cannes National Orchestra This Christmas, let yourself be swept away by the magic, tenderness and humour of Charlie Chaplin in this masterpiece that earned him his first Academy Award. A pinnacle of silent cinema, The Circus is being rediscovered in a film concert format, allowing the live music to reveal its full narrative power. In The Circus (1928), the Tramp takes refuge in a circus to escape a false accusation of pickpocketing. His legendary clumsiness and endearing candour soon make him the star attraction. DIRECTION Dimitri Soudoplatoff CHARLIE CHAPLIN Le Cirque (1928) In collaboration with Chaplin’s World / Le Cirque © Roy Export S.A.S Circus music Copyright © Roy Export Company Ltd. and Bourne Co. Charlie Chaplin TM © Bubbles Incorporated SA