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Exhibition on the Books of Moses at MODEM

MODEM art center 1-3 Hunyadi János Street, Debrecen

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 […]

Solo Exhibition of Attila Bagi “The Still is Life”  Opens

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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

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On Public Demand the Royal Opera House is returning to Apollo Cinema

Apollo Cinema Miklós u. 1, Debrecen

As last year the audience can see a series of  Royal Ballet performances via live satellite replay screenings starting with Alice in Wonderland on the 20th of October. The latest shows will be on screen on the first Sunday after the live broadcast, at a family-friendly time, from 3:00 p.m. in a live satellite replay mode Tickets are available online and at the Apollo Cinema’s box office. Normal ticket: HUF 2700/ performance Children//Pensioner/Educator ticket: HUF  2200/ performance (Discount tickets can only be purchased in person at the box office.) 20 October, 2024, 3.00 p.m. ALICE IN WONDERLAND, ballet Running time: 205 minutes, with two intermissions Fall down the rabbit hole in the ballet adaptation of Lewis Carroll's famous fairy tale.Travel with Alice to Wonderland and meet a host of eccentric characters in Christopher Wheeldon's uniquely spectacular family ballet. Tickets:https://jegy.apollomozi.hu/?jegyfoggalas&id=31607 15 December, 2024, 3.00 p.m. CINDERELLA, ballet Running time: 195 minutes, with two intermissions During Advent, the audience can fall into a magical world where even dreams come true with a little fairy dust! This colourful ballet by the founding choreographer of the Royal Ballet, Frederick Ashton, offers an unforgettable theatre experience for the whole family. Tickets:https://jegy.apollomozi.hu/?jegyfoggalas&id=31609 22 December, 2024, 3.00 […]

Exhibition of Rarely Seen Elvis Relics Opened

Józsa Community Centre Szentgyörgyfalvi út 9, Debrecen-Józsa

On the 8th of January, Elvis Aaron Presley, the singer, musician and actor considered the king of rock and roll, would have celebrated his 90th birthday. To mark the occasion, DEMKI Józsa Community Centre is organising an exhibition of Gábor Szilágyi's collection. The collector said he had idolized the icon, who lived only forty-two years, for nearly five decades. Ever since Gábor Szilágyi fell in love with Presley's music, he has been fanatically collecting all relics related to the singer and singing his songs. He emphasised that he wants to present the king of rock and roll to the public from a lesser-known side, and at the beginning of his fandom, the hunt for Elvis relics was particularly difficult. “When I fell in love with his music, it was still difficult to acquire anything about him, but the joy of waiting made the time spent on this worthwhile. I also want to introduce the artist and the musician at exhibitions and during my singing evenings, but I would rather have interested parties get to know Elvis as a generous, deeply feeling person,” he said. The vinyl records, CDs, posters, advertising materials and other relics acquired by Gábor Szilágyi are also […]

Debrecen Artist Couple’s Exhibition Opens

Bényi Gallery Hunyadi utca 1-3., Debrecen

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

Puppeteer ‘s Exhibition Opens

Vojtina Puppet Theatre 13 Kálvin Square, Debrecen

Oláh Richárd's exhibition is a visual storytelling about art, dreams, plans, made puppets, and theater. As the head of the Vojtina puppet workshop, Oláh Richárd has participated in the making of puppets for every performance in recent years. He claims that the creation of a puppet is realised by transforming the material in the puppet maker's secret workshop. Using material and imagination, he crafts the life that the actor ultimately gives life to on stage. The puppets are the results of transmutations and transformations. The artist, who will be presenting his work at the exhibition, presents the puppet universe, which can speak in many languages, through his own artistic filter. The exhibition will be opened on Monday, February 17th at 4.00 p.m. by puppeteer Péter Hajdú. Greetings will be given by artistic director Terka Láposi, with music provided by  Blattner Prize-winning artist and puppet designer Gyula Majoros.  The exhibition can be visited between February 17th and March 30th, on weekdays from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., and Sundays from 9.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. in the Kálvin Square exhibition space. Date: 17 February - 30 March Location: Vojtina Puppet Theatre, Kálvin Square exhibition space. Source: dehir.hu

Russian Music Festival in Debrecen

The Russian Music Festival will be held for the seventh time in three cities and five venues, under the artistic direction of pianist Marcell Szabó.  The theme of this year’s festival is “Friendships”, which will give an insight into the personal lives of great Russian composers and the sources of their inspiration. These friendships were not only human relationships, but also sources of artistic dialogue and mutual motivation. The varied program includes a distinguished line-up of artists, an evening concert, a family program and an exhibition. Rachmaninoff and Medtner mutually dedicated a piano concerto to each other. According to legend, Tchaikovsky and Saint-Saëns danced together in Moscow. At the same time, Tchaikovsky’s relationship with the Russian Five reveals the complexity of forging the musical identity of an entire nation, while the complex relationship between Stravinsky, Ravel and Debussy shows the cavalcade of the musical revolution of the early 20th century. These friendships were not only significant on a personal level but often influenced the development and evolution of universal musical styles and techniques, as music is not only a language without words, but also a bridge between different cultures and people. As in previous years, the festival is held in […]

Fashion Festival in Debrecen

MODEM art center 1-3 Hunyadi János Street, Debrecen

The Fashion Festival, Debrecen Fashion Festival (abbreviated as FFDD 25 in Hungarian) organised by the Art Centre of the Faculty of Humanities of the University of Debrecen, and the Imre Bán Cultural Studies College, awaits visitors with various fashion related topics. Podium Talks - 27 March from 6.00 p.m. During the DIVAT TALK panel discussion, fashion industry and theoretical experts with local ties will share their thoughts. Participation in the DIVAT TALK panel discussion is free of charge. Fashion Show - 27 March 7.00 p.m. The show featuring contemporary designer pieces will take place in the representative exhibition space of MODEM Modern and Contemporary Art Centre. Details of the fashion show, the presentation of the participants and sponsorship information will be published in event postings. The fashion show is free to attend. Film screening 28 March  6.00 p.m. The screening of Robert Altman’s movie Fashion dictators (Pret-a-porter, 1994) will be part of the programme at Apollo Cinema. For more programme details, please visit these sites: Podium Talks, Fashion Show Organiser Information Chief Patron: Dr. Zsigmond Lakó, lako.zsigmond@arts.unideb.hu Chief Organiser: Dr. Kata Anna Váró, varokataanna@arts.unideb.hu Chief organiser of the FFDD accompanying programmes: Dóra Balogh, weallfashion@gmail.com   For more details and other programmes […]

Navigating to a Ceasefire: The Road to Stability in Israel and Gaza

Grand Hotel Aranybika Piac u. 11-15, debrecen

MCC Debrecen Educational Center’s next lecture in English addresses the complex issue of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on the 27th of March. The panel addresses security concerns, policy strategies, and the political and humanitarian circumstances in Gaza, highlighting that lasting peace requires continued international involvement. Description: This moderated discussion delves into the complexities of building peace between Israel and Gaza from the perspective of the Former Ambassador of Israel to Hungary.  The panel addresses the ongoing challenges of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, focusing on Israel's security concerns, policy approaches, and the current political and humanitarian situation in Gaza after President Trump's statements on the region. The panel will also explore recent developments, including the phased ceasefire and hostage releases, as well as the risks of escalation into a broader regional conflict. Through this dialogue, the audience will gain deeper insights into the challenges, opportunities, and the critical importance of ongoing international engagement in working toward lasting peace. Information about the event: The lecturer at the event will be H.E. Yacov Hadas-Handelsman, Former Ambassador of the State of Israel to Hungary. The presentation will be in English. The event is free to attend but registration is required. If interested, please register at the […]