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New Public Collection Exhibition of MODEM titled “What year are you?” opened

MODEM art center 1-3 Hunyadi János Street, Debrecen

The new public collection exhibition, with around 50 different artists presented from the founders to Generation Z marking a new chapter for MODEM, can be visited until the 31st of December 2024. The curators of the exhibition have chosen artists who have shaped MODEM's image over the years, showcasing works from a collection that has evolved over 18 years, incorporating collections, acquisitions, Debrecen International Artists' Colony results, and artist donations. Drawing on the insights of generational theory, each section is arranged according to the artists' year of birth, rather than according to the aesthetic, art theoretical or art historical categories they represent or can be associated with their work.  Exhibiting artists: Lost Generation: Vilmos Aba-Novák Founders (Builders):Judit Reigl, Vera Molnár Veterans: Ákos Birkás, Ilona Keserü, László Lakner, István Nádler, Endre Tót, Zoltán Tölg-Molnár, Baby Boomers: Imre Bukta, Lajos Csontó, Ágnes Eperjesi, László Fehér, László feLugossy, Imre Gábor, Pál Gerber, Balázs Kicsiny, Ilona Lovas, Sándor Pinczehelyi, Gyula Várnai Generation X: Zsolt Asztalos, Emese Benczúr, Attila Csörgő, Marcell Esterházy, Tibor Gyenis, Kriszta x-T Nagy,  Péter Pettendi Szabó, Sára Richter, Katharina Roters, Société Réaliste, József Szolnoki. Generation Y: Nikolett Balázs, Kincső Bede, Máté Dobokay, Tim Freiwald, Judit Ágnes Gallai, Judit Lilla Molnár, Márton […]

Exhibition Titled Answers Without a Question of Kristóf József Balogh at MODEM

MODEM art center 1-3 Hunyadi János Street, Debrecen

Kristóf József Balogh is an artist born in Debrecen, currently living and working in Budapest. His first institutional solo exhibition will take place in the newly opened Project Space at the MODEM Centre for Modern and Contemporary Art. Although the painterly qualities may deceive viewers, Balogh actually uses screenshots of mysterious incidents as source material, where one is not quite sure what is happening. This varied visual collection draws on a wide spectrum of references and brings them into play. The artist's new series of anecdotal paintings for the exhibition often make unexpected shifts between cartoon characters, animals and human figures. These shifts can be seen as both references to the fluidity of (self-)identity and as reinforcing the intensity of abstract thinking and storytelling. In many cases, the opaque acrylic images are difficult to relate to each other, which further enhances the logic and narrative structure of their abstract representation. Balogh's aim is not to encourage the viewer to quiet contemplation, but to create a receptive situation in which the viewer can respond directly to images stripped of their original context. Curator: Török Krisztián Gábor Date: 9 May - 7 July Location: MODEM Source: modemart.hu  

Attila Kővári’ s new exhibition at Új Galéria

New Gallery (Új Galéria) 1 Széchenyi Street, Debrecen

Painter Attila Kőváry is opening his latest exhibition at Új Galéria in Széchenyi Street, organised by the Debrecen Artists' Guild Association, where he promises to show nature, garden, order and peace through his paintings. The artist admires the beauty, the goodness, the wisdom of the divine order manifested in nature, he stepped out of the twilight of the studio and expanded the space, the materials, the tools of creation. The exhibition entitled “Grass Garden for Sick Souls” will be opened by writer and journalist Miklós Szénási on the 23rd of May at 6.00  p.m., with the hintaLOW band performing.   Date: from 23 May Location: Új Galéria Source:dehir.hu

Closing Exhibition of Jewish Communities’ Artist Camp

Pásti Street synagogue 4 Pásti Street, Debrecen

Works created in the art camp will be on display at the exhibition in the Orthodox Synagogue of Pásti Street. For the second time, an art camp was organised by the Jewish Communities and Organisations of Central and Eastern Europe to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Holocaust. “The Debrecen Jewish Quarter is one of the most dynamically developing cultural and religious sacred spaces in the country today. Its role in the culture of Debrecen is indisputable,” says the Debrecen Jewish Community in a statement. Against this background, a new initiative has been announced,  the Debrecen Jewish Quarter Artists' and Artists' Camp will be organised for the first time by the association. The event is by invitation only. Among the artists there are artists from Debrecen, from other parts of the country and from abroad, who are nationally and internationally renowned. During the camp, they not only get to know the Jewish Quarter of Debrecen, but also gain a deep knowledge of Jewish life in the region by visiting local sacred spaces, with the undisguised aim of inspiring them to create. The works produced during the camp will be on display in an exhibition at the Orthodox Synagogue on Pásti Street. […]

Exhibition of Talented Young People in Villa Borsos

József Borsos Sqaure József Borsos Sqaure, Debrecen

An exhibition entitled "A selection of our talents" opened in Villa Borsos. The exhibition features works by students from the Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, Painting, Metalwork and Enamelling departments of Vénkert Primary School and Primary Art School. The exhibition is linked to two significant anniversaries, as the Vénkerti housing estate celebrates its 50th anniversary this year and the school's art education is 25 years old this year.  Instructors of the creators of the exhibition material: Judit Cs. Horváth (graphics-painting), Éva Molnár (metal and enamel artist) or Gyöngyi Tóth (graphics and painting) art teachers. The exhibition, which will be open until the 17th of  July, includes mixed media paintings, graphics, clay and enamel works, prints and small sculptures.    Date.: until 27 July Location: Villa Borsos   Source:dehir.hu  

Interactive exhibitions in Hortobágy National Park

Hortobágyi Nemzeti Park Hortobágy, Petőfi tér 9, Debrecen

In addition to thousands of years of ancient knowledge, the visitor centre also features 21st century interactive elements. Puszta Treasury. This is the name of the exhibition that shows the everyday life of our ancestors, their clothing and the products they made here. In addition to thousands of years of ancient knowledge, the visitor centre also features 21st century interactive elements. The tourism development programme in Hortobágy, which was completed at the end of March, aimed to bring the wilderness closer to all ages. With the new permanent exhibitions and the unified information system, everyone can discover the rich fauna and flora of the region, as well as the pastoral culture of Hortobágy, according to their own needs. “The exhibitions are structured in such a way that even those who visit here for the first time can find the topic and activity they like. Also those who already know the depths of the wilderness, the birds and plants that live here, or even have friendly relations with the shepherds,"  Director of Hortobágy National Park Gergely Árpád Medgyesi said. Date:Closed on Mondays, but open on weekends on all long weekends and public holidays (except 1 November 2024 and 23 December 2024 […]

Celebratory Book Week in Debrecen

The book fair welcomes visitors in Debrecen, in the Csapó Street Pedestrian Zone from the 13th to the 16th of June. The stands will offer exclusive selection of books, new releases of authors like Colleen Hoover, Cassandra Clare, Leigh Bardugo, Rick Riordan, Alice Oseman and Scarlett St. Clair. All books will be available at the event with a -21% discount. Books with beauty flaws can be bought at a discounted price. Date: 13-16 June Location: Csapó Pedestrian Street Zone Source:Facebook events

Debrecen’s Gourmet Festival 2024

Békás tó Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen

The 8th Debrecziner Gourmet Festival will take place in the Great Forest (Nagyerdő) between the 14th – 16th of June 2024. Restaurants and bistros from all over the country will come to Debrecen, alongside top pastry shops, exciting artisan breweries and coffee houses to show off their best. In addition to the gastronomic offerings, there will also be a strong musical line-up. Spectacular, exciting cooking shows, the latest kitchen technologies, tasty talks and legendary chefs will take to the gourmet stage, all worth watching and listening to. Detailed program is coming soon. Source: Fonixcenter

Aqualympia at the Aquaticum

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen

Aquaticum Beach is awaiting visitors with sporting adventures on the 15th  and the 16th of June. Programmes:  15 June  1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Aqualimpia  1:30 p.m. Warm-up Aquafitness, Location: training pool  2:00 p.m. Olympic flags and “fan hand” making, Venue: stage  3:00 p.m. Inspirational Zumba, Venue: wave pool  4:00 p.m. Water games, Venue: pirate boat children's pool    16 June 10:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Craft session - Make your own Aquaticum gold medal, because everyone is a champion!   Date: 15-16 June Location: Aquaticum Strand   Source: debrecen.imami.hu

A peek behind the scenes tours at Debrecen International Airport

Debrecen International Airport Repülőtéri út. 12., Debrecen

Debrecen International Airport and the Aviation Cultural Centre are inviting visitors on a special tour. From 2022, it has been possible to visit places visitors could not get to before. Airport visits will take place on the 16th and the 23rd of June. Arriving groups will be taken by bus to points of the airport where passengers would otherwise have no access at all.  The tour includes the runway, several military hangars and the training ground for firefighters. “This is a great programme for all ages, from pre-school groups, school groups, class trips, to family activities. A bus seats about 50 people, which is how many people can come on a tour, whether it's a class or an individual tour," Founder of the Aviation Cultural Centre Dániel Somogyi-Tóth recommended the airport visits earlier. Registration can be submitted at debrecen.repterlatogatas.hu Date: 16, 23 June Location: Debrecen International Airport  Source:dehir.hu

Ongoing

Full-dome Films in English in Agora

Agora Science Center Great Forest, Botanic Garden Entrance from Móricz Zsigmond Road!, Debrecen

Full-dome films are offered in English to the visitors of the Science Centre. Agora Science Centre has one of the largest portable digital planetariums in Hungary that enables visitors to surf in the starry sky, discover the motion of celestial bodies, and familiarise themselves with constellations. It guarantees a lifelong experience for both children and adults. Full-dome films available in English are the following: Europe to the Stars - from 4.00  p.m. every Thursday and Saturday. The Sun, Our Living Star - from 4.00 p.m. every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. Participation is possible with the Agora entry ticket. The planetarium has a capacity of 40 people. Thus, visitors can participate in these programs with a limited number, in order of arrival. Further information about the films can be found here. Location: Great Forest, Botanic Garden, Entrance from Móricz Zsigmond Road,Great Forest, Botanic Garden Source: Agora