Our Vision
L’Alliance New York is the home of francophone cultures and French language: a beacon from New York to the world.
We are the leading educational, cultural, and arts institution where people from all over the world connect through our engaging and immersive French language classes and world-class cultural programming.
Our Mission:
As an independent, not-for-profit organization, L’Alliance is committed to providing our members and students with engaging French language classes and audacious multi-disciplinary programming that celebrates the diversity of francophone cultures and creativity around the world.
We are a welcoming and inclusive community for all ages and backgrounds, where people can meet, learn, explore the richness of heritage, and share discoveries. We strive to amplify voices and build bridges from the entire francophone world to New York and beyond.
Our Values:
- Audacity
- Curiosity
- Inclusivity
- Vibrancy
- Agility
- Trust
- Excellence
- Connection
- Forward-Thinking
- Diversity
- Welcoming
Upcoming at L'Alliance New York Fragmented Shadows Wanjiru Kamuyu Oct 15–17 at 7:30pm New York Live Arts U.S. PREMIERE How can we use the body as a site of liberation, a site of healing? Grounded in epigenetic and psychosomatic…
Read More »Introducing L’Art du Vin: A Wine Masterclass Series with iDealwine Wednesday, October 15 at 6:30 pm L’Alliance New York Skyroom The exclusive members-only pre-sale is now open, through Sunday, September 28 at 11:59pm! Not a member?…
Read More »Fall French Classes for Children & Adults Start on Monday! Experience the thrill of learning French this fall at L’Alliance New York! Registration now for our engaging fall French classes, led by skilled native-speaking instructors.…
Read More »Become a Member of L'Alliance New York Today! Join Now New Benefits for Members 10% off adult group French classes, in-person and online Three-month gift streaming subscription to TV5MONDE and TV5MONDEplus Three-month gift membership to…
Read More »Broadway/off-Broadway producers BLAIR RUSSELL and JANE DUBIN return to teach TRU’s Fall Producer Development and Mentorship Program classes starting in late September. Classes will be held virtually so students from beyond the New York…
Read More »Fall French classes are now open for registration! Experience the thrill of learning French this fall at L'Alliance New York! Registration is now open for our engaging fall French classes, led by skilled native-speaking instructors. Choose…
Read More »This fall, join us for a new season of cinema at L’Alliance New York, bringing you rare restorations from around the world, a tribute to director Sophie Fillières, and New York Premieres straight from Cannes. Plus, discover our new…
Read More »This past weekend, we celebrated our largest Bastille Day yet! Over 50,000 people filled Madison Avenue, dancing, playing, and singing in the street for Bastille Day with music, food, and joy. We also hosted Bastille Day in Montclair, New…
Read More »We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Amandine Freidheim as Chair of the Board of Trustees at L’Alliance New York. With a rich background in education and cultural advocacy, Amandine’s leadership promises to enhance our mission…
Read More »Little Red Riding Hood Friday, May 30, at 7:30 pm (in French with English surtitles) Saturday, May 31, at 12:00 pm (in English) It’s one of the first-and most popular-stories read to children, featuring such spellbinding charm that…
Read More »Merging the worlds of art and science, L’Alliance New York presents the U.S. Premiere of Fabrice Hyber’s Les Mutants de la Vallée (The Mutants of the Valley). This exhibition—featuring vibrant watercolor drawings and…
Read More »FESTIVAL Comic Arts Fest 2025 Fri, Mar 28–Sun, Mar 30 Meet renowned graphic novelists and comic book artists from the French-speaking world and beyond. Enjoy lively conversations, inspiring master classes, exciting screenings,…
Read More »FESTIVAL Comic Arts Fest 2025 Fri, Mar 28-Sun, Mar 30 Snag your festival pass at a 10% discount for a limited time only! Hurry, this offer expires on March 7! Come meet some of the most celebrated graphic novelists and comic book…
Read More »Join Us On An International Voyage L’Alliance New York’s Culture and Language Voyages are international immersion experiences led by native French speakers. Discover the beauty and diversity of French-speaking locales from Paris, to…
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