On the 7th of  December from 5:00 p.m., the exhibition "Learning from nature? - Botany" opens in the Centre for Modern and Contemporary Art. Debrecen has occupied a special place in the history of Hungarian botany for centuries. With the Herbarium (1578) by Péter Juhász Méliusz and the two-volume Hungarian Herbarium (1807), the basic handbook of Sámuel Diószegi and Mihály Fazekas, the city has long been considered the Hungarian centre of botany and natural sciences. MODEM's latest exhibition builds on this diverse heritage, showcasing Debrecen's unique nature collections and attractions, such as the Debrecen Reformed College Museum, the University of Debrecen Botanical Garden and the Hortobágy National Park. "Learning from nature? - Botany” exhibition is a good example of everything we love about MODEM. The artworks on display were all created for the exhibition. They are the fruit of workshops, the joint thinking of several disciplines, the exchange of experiences between artists at the beginning of their careers and experienced artists, the result of collaboration between artists from Debrecen and from far away countries. On the other hand they are connected to the history and culture of Debrecen by a thousand threads, which, I am confident, will strengthen the position […]

Butterflies take centre stage in the new exhibition of Természettár (Debrecen-based amateur nature conservation group). Colourful creatures that have conquered the air, flying from flower to flower, in meadows, forests and urban parks. Visitors can take a peek into their peculiar lives and development, and even find out what can be  done to protect them. All nature lovers are welcome to discover the wonderful world of butterflies together. The exhibition will open on the 12th of February  at 2:00 p.m. Organisers are looking forward to welcoming all interested parties.   Date: 12-26 February Location: Méliusz Library Source:debrecen.imami.hu

The University of Debrecen's Secretariat for Public Culture, Cultural and Organisational Office opens the spring semester with a painting and a photo exhibition.  In the Life Sciences Gallery visitors can see the 85th anniversary exhibition of Professor Emeritus Zoltán Varga. The exhibition is entitled "One eye to nature (still)", with co-exhibiting Csenge Nagy, student of the University of Fine Arts in Budapest.  The exhibition will be opened by Attila V. Molnár, professor, on Saturday the 15th of  February at 15:00 in the Life Sciences Gallery, with the performance of the Monteverdi Chamber Choir of the University of Debrecen, conducted by Ildikó Takács and István Pazár.  The paintings and the photos are on display until the 6th of March. Date: 15 February - 6 March Location: Life Science Gallery of the University of Debrecen Source and photo credit: dehir.hu

Tímea Csanády-Jakab's home-design painting exhibition entitled “Infinite Music Box” will open on Monday 17 February at 5:00 p.m. at Borsos Villa. The greetings will be given and the exhibition will be opened by art teacher, Antónia Bobonkáné Papp. Participants at the opening will be the students of the Kisvárda Vocational Training Centre’s Márokpapi Technical School, Vocational School and Art School, as well as students of the Svetits High School and Rock School Debrecen. The exhibition is available to view until March 11, during the opening hours of the community centre.   Date:17 February Location: Borsos Villa Source and photo credit:dehir.hu

MODEM opens its new exciting exhibition on February 20 at 6:00 p.m. Attila Bagi, a visual artist from Debrecen living in Budapest, presents his solo exhibition in the Project Space which aims to showcase emerging artists.  The exhibition explores the tradition of still life in the context of modern consumer culture and technology, drawing from his series that reimagines the tradition and medium-specific possibilities of still life representation within the transformed object culture and technological environment of the 21st century. Key questions include whether we can see our individuality in mass-produced goods and if disposable items can serve as tools for legacy. Each piece reinterprets traditional still-life painting, pushing objects beyond the picture frame and challenging viewers to rethink genre conventions.   Date: 20 February - 15 April Location: MODEM Source: modemart.hu/en

 Gradient Contemporary Ballet  awaits dance and art enthusiasts for their new performance in February. The new piece, "Reverie" with its premiere on the 7th of Friday, will offer a special experience for the audience. About the performance: The French word "Reverie," which denotes a dreamy, introspective, or contemplative state, is where the evening gets its name. The program, which consists of two pieces, transports viewers to the realm of dreams and desires, where the dancers delve into the depths of human existence. First Act: Sirius The poem From Soul to Soul by Árpád Tóth, which uses the metaphor of the great distances between stars to illustrate the difficulties of connection, served as the inspiration for the composition Sirius.  Sirius, the brightest star in the night sky and a symbol of both hope and the mystery of the far unknown, is mentioned in the title. In an attempt to find the answer to Tóth's moving query, "Is it Sirius that lies farther from me, or a companion—oh, who can tell?" The work explores the difficulties of overcoming distances as well as the contrasts between light and darkness. Music: Erkki-Sven Tüür, The Winged Victory for the Sullen   Act Two: Fine Day […]

The Modem Centre for Modern and Contemporary Art invites the public to the opening of the exhibition, "Origin" on Saturday the 8th of February at 4:00 p.m. The exhibition interprets the five books of Moses through the works of contemporary Hungarian artists from the perspective of the 21st century man. It aims to draw visitors' attention not only to the well-known scenes of the Old Testament, but also to their specific interpretations and topicalities. Four years ago, the exhibition “Evangelium  21” was presented at MODEM, highlighting twelve messages from the four Gospels of the New Testament. This is what exhibition “Origin”, which deals with the foundations of Christian and Jewish culture, now reflects on. The works are part of Levente Kovács' private collection. Similar to “Evangelium 21”, this time twelve artists, who have previously dealt with religious themes, were asked to realise the exhibition. The artists created their works in collaboration with theologian József Zsengellér, so the paintings, installations, graphics, animations and photographs came together to form a coordinated artistic ensemble. The pieces of the collection, in addition to their unique message, focus on modern man in the interpretation of archaic texts. Using contemporary artistic tools, they try to find […]

The exhibition of Erzsébet Palotai and István Subicz entitled “Deep is the Well of the Past” will be opened by Deputy Mayor István Puskás, followed by the opening by Munkácsy Award-winning painter Márton Barabás. The event will also feature music by trumpeter Gábor Subicz. The exhibition can be visited free of charge until the 28th of April during the opening hours of the Kölcsey Centre, daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and until 7 p.m. during evening events.   Date: 14 February - 28 April Location: Bényi Gallery Source and photo credit: dehir.hu