Since 1999, PONT – Portes Ouvertes aux Nouveaux Talents -- has helped over 180 pre-professional young artists and musicians in residence at the Fondation by organizing concerts, exhibits, and other showcase opportunities.

Mission Statement:

Directed by the Cultural Affairs office of the Fondation des Etats-Unis, PONT – Portes Ouvertes aux Nouveaux Talents -- helps pre-professional artists and musicians in residence at the Fondation des Etats-Unis to « bridge » the gap between final years as a student and first years as a young professional, by providing showcase opportunities for its members.

PONT participates fully in the cultural program at the Fondation, regularly proposing quality concerts, exhibits and other cultural events which are open to the public and free of charge.

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Orchestre 2021 in concert in the Grand Salon

Membership:

PONT membership is reserved for residents of the Fondation des Etats-Unis who are pursuing studies in visual and performing arts. Membership is free of charge and offers many advantages, including:

  • organizing concerts/exhibits/shows in the Fondation’s Grand Salon and Harriet Hale Woolley gallery
  • receiving trade news, grant and competition information
  • being considered for performance and showcase opportunities outside the Fondation
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A PONT art exhibition at Cergy's America Festival

For more Information

For more information concerning PONT and its members, please click here.

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