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Concert Film on Legendary Composer Hans Zimmer at the Apollo Cinema

Apollo Cinema Miklós u. 1, Debrecen, Hungary

Two-time Oscar, multiple Grammy and three-time Golden Globe-winning German composer, Hans Zimmer first gave a concert in Hungary in 2016, and a concert film of the Prague leg of that tour was shown to Hungarian audiences in 2017. This one is not just a concert film, but a series of conversations with people who have been important to Zimmer, including Billie Eilish and her brother Christopher Nolan, Denis Villeneuve, Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jerry Bruckheimer and Pharell Williams. Through them, we get a behind-the-scenes look at his work, with him and his friends telling stories about the past as naturally as if the crew were not present. Recordings from last year's Dubai concerts include a selection from across the decades, including The Lion King, Gladiator, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Dark Knight, Origin, Man of Steel, Among the Stars, James Bond and Dune. The song that gives the film its subtitle is dedicated to Dubai, and that's not even all the tunes that are played. The film, including interviews, tries to condense the essence into 158 minutes, so unfortunately some songs had to be cut from the original 3-hour show. The film will be shown twice at the Apollo cinema on […]

7th Batthyany Street Flea Market

Batthyány Street Batthyány utcán, Debrecen, Hungary

The Debrecen Creative Community brings back the beloved street fair to Batthyány Street!  On the 22nd of March, between 9.00 a.m. and 12.00 p.m., children, parents, friends are invited to the 7th Batthyány fair and children's flea market to spend the morning together and find real treasures. The street's shops will move to Debrecen's first pedestrian street, and the children's flea market sales will add variety to the offerings. Useful information: In order to sell your goods, filling out the application form is mandatory. If children would like to participate, registration should be submitted at the following link. Photographs will be taken during the programme, to which all interested parties consent by participating in the programme. Organisers reserve the right to change the programme. The event is free to attend. In case of rain, the event will be held on the 29th March. Date: 22 March, 9.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. Location: Batthyány Street Source: FB events

Water Days in Agora Science Centre

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

How is a "water tornado" created? What could be the secret of the Bermuda Triangle? Why can River Tisza be called an ecological corridor? How do substances mix in cold and warm water? How can we save water in everyday life?  To celebrate World Water Day this weekend, Agora is offering special activities. Among other things, visitors can find out what a fish coin is, examine different scales under a microscope and learn a lot of interesting facts about fish. Agora is open this weekend with a reduced admission ticket. On Saturday and Sunday the price for children and adults is 1900 HUF/person. With a ticket for the Water Days, attendees can also take part in the planetarium programmes. Please find the detailed programme here. Date: 22-23 March Location: Agora Science Centre Source: FB events Photo credit | Facebook Debrecen városa    

Antique’s Fair on the 23rd of March

Nagyerdei Stadium Nagyerdei park 12, Debrecen, Hungary

Visitors who enjoy the market ambiance and a variety of antique objects can return to the Mecca of Antiques on the 23rd of March, starting at 7.00  a.m. This Sunday will be the 452nd time when the fair is held. The antique fair in Debrecen welcomes buyers and sellers on the second and fourth Sunday of every month. At the fair, only objects and tools belonging to the scope of antiques and works of art can be sold.  In addition to the usual coins, medals, weapons and furniture, antique dealers also offer their not-so-old books. Porcelain tableware, paintings and family silver can also be found in the diverse and colourful offerings. The antiques fair does not provide space for new goods.  Date: 23 March, 7.00 a.m. - 2.00 p.m. Location:Northern car park of the Nagyerdei Stadium Source: FB events, dehir.hu  

Bridgerton’s Music by Candlelight

VOKE Cultural Center Faraktár u. 67, Debrecen, Hungary

The light of hundreds of candles creates a magical concert atmosphere. Performed by a unique string quartet, the programme features a selection of music from the popular series, inspired by classical works and modern pop tunes that have won the hearts of audiences worldwide. This concert will offer more than just music; hundreds of candles will light the space, creating an atmosphere of sophistication, romance and the irresistible charm of a historical era. Tickets can be bought via this link. Date: 23 March, 5.00 p.m., 7.00 p.m. Location: VOKE Cultural Centre of Understanding Source:jegy.hu/program visitdebrecen.com Photo credit: visitdebrecen.com

The Beatles Show 60

VOKE Cultural Center Faraktár u. 67, Debrecen, Hungary

One of Europe's most successful revival bands has been performing since 1992, not only in the Czech Republic, but also in the Netherlands, Poland, France, Hungary, Slovakia and even in the legendary quartet's home city of Liverpool in the north of England. They play the greatest hits in almost original performances. Tickets can be bought via this link.   Date: 23 March, 7.00 p.m. Location: VOKE Cultural Centre of Understanding Source and photo credit: visitdebrecen.com

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 […]

Between Family and School : Who is responsible for raising the next generation?

Grand Hotel Aranybika Piac u. 11-15, debrecen, Hungary

MCC Debrecen Educational Center holds a lecture in English about the role of the family and the school on the 24th of March. Description: Teachers and parents share many goals. Both seek to educate, nurture and discipline children. However, this similarity hides crucial differences. Families operate in the private sphere of the home and are motivated by love for one another whereas teachers work in the public realm of the school and aim to ensure children master academic skills and gain subject knowledge. When we lose sight of these differences, tensions can arise.  Joanna Williams explores the changing roles of teachers and parents in raising children. She argues that confusion over responsibilities undermines adult authority in general, to the detriment of children, education and family life; and suggests a path towards resolution. Information about the event: The lecturer at the event will be the Founder and Director of the Cieo think tank, MCC Visiting Fellow, Joanna Williams, The presentation will be in English. The event is free to attend but registration is required. If interested please register at the following link: https://mcc.hu/esemenyregisztracio/a-csalad-es-az-iskola-szerepe-ki-felel-a-kovetkezo-nemzedek-neveleseert Registrations can be submitted until 12:00 p.m. 24th March, 2025.   Everyone interested in this topic is welcomed! […]

Mexican Mariachis Band Performs in Debrecen

Lovarda Debrecen, Kassai út 26., Debrecen, Hungary

The world-famous Mexican band, The Mariachis will bring the audience the most fun, the most impressive music and atmosphere of Mexico in an unforgettable evening! The ancestral land of tequila and tortillas is not only known for its dishes, but also for its famous, exhilarating parties and music, a huge slice of which will be brought to life by The Mariachis band.  Salvador, Roberto, Limber and Juan will get the crowd dancing with a variety of well-known tunes, such as La Bamba, La Cucaracha and Guantanamera. Fly away to Mexico's world of music and vibes on the 24th of March in Debrecen, fun and Mexican moments are guaranteed to last forever. Tickets can be purchased via this  link.   Date: 24 March, 8.00 p.m. Location: Lovarda Source: FB events, visitdebrecen.com Photo credit: visitdebrecen.com

Drama “Dispossessed” with English Subtitles at Csokonai Fórum

Csokonai Fórum Csapó utca 30, Debrecen, Hungary

Csokonai Fórum will present a play by Szilárd Borbély, one of Debrecen's greatest writers and poets, with English subtitles on the 25th of March. In 2023, Szilárd Borbély would have turned 60. But 2024 is not the year of his birth, but of his death ten years ago. To commemorate this double anniversary, Bálint Botos will produce a stage adaptation of the author's first and only novel, “Dispossessed". In keeping with the atmosphere of the novel, Bálint Botos's production is primarily about the lack of freedom and the desperate search for it. In a village that fears but also gives security, that remembers but easily forgets. At once realistic and fairy-tale-like, hopeless and hopeful, cruel and sensitive. Szilárd Borbély wrote about the very down-to-earth reality of a small village in the lowlands through the story of a family in difficulty, revealing also a complex, multilayered world: the mysterious rivers that flow beneath the village and perhaps the forgotten, destitute, struggling poor of all Eastern Europe. Borbély combines the unusual and the utterly familiar, a world at once banal and extraordinary. He creates a home. A familiar, difficult home; and it echoes from the stage.   Director: Bálint Botos Duration:1 hour […]

Fashion Festival in Debrecen

MODEM art center 1-3 Hunyadi János Street, Debrecen, Hungary

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, Hungary

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 […]