Csokonai National Theatre is offering the below plays arriving on the stage with English subtitles. 12 November, 13 December - Samuel Beckett: Waiting for Godot (drama) with English subtitles Every ten years, István Szabó K. directs Samuel Beckett's now-classic piece. According to his own admission, this piece acts as a type of reference point for him when it comes to understanding and digesting a period of waiting. While his 2004 production explored the absurdity of meaningless waiting, the 2014 adaptation examined the painful process of waiting for unavoidable annihilation; in 2024, the emphasis shifts to the search for identity—probing individual and collective memory in the hope of divine restitution. Director: István Szabó K. Location:Csokonai Forum, Kóti Árpád stage Age group:16+ Tickets:https://jegymester.hu/production/122085/godot-t-varva/12007664 20 November, 2 December - Kiss Csaba: Dangerous Liaisons with English subtitles "Never fall in love!"—with this apparently unkeepable bit of advice, Choderlos de Laclos' character, Vicomte de Valmont, firmly established himself in literary history. Valmont is one of the protagonists in Dangerous Liaisons, a novel that has spawned numerous film and theatre adaptations. For him, being in love goes against his basic nature: he enjoys causing pain, deception, and corrupting innocent people. This is especially true when he […]

The 21st Verzió Film Festival welcomes all interested visitors with exciting documentaries and community events in Debrecen too between the 14th and the 17th of November. Verzió International Human Rights Documentary Film Festival was founded in 2004 with the founders’ vision to create a platform, till then missing from Hungary, for international documentary films with a focus on human rights. Screenings: 14 November 5.00 p.m. Black Snow, https://verzio.org/en/2024/films/black-snow 15 November 5.00 p.m. Queendom, https://verzio.org/en/2024/films/queendom 16 November 5.30 p.m. Crips, https://verzio.org/en/2024/films/crips 17 November 4.00 p.m. The Tempest of Neptune, https://verzio.org/en/2024/films/the-tempest-of-neptun About the local, Debrecen organiser Alternative Communities (AKE) The Association of Alternative Communities (AKE) is a Debrecen-based organisation founded in 1998. The aim of the association is to reintegrate alternative-minded citizens of Debrecen into society, while allowing them to pursue their activities according to their own values. Today, AKE generates mostly grassroots initiatives and works with informal groups, developing and organising communities. Date:14-17 November  Location: 16 Baross Street, AKE Source:FB events, verzio.org/en/

Hot Paprika Comedy and MODEM are excited to bring English Stand-Up Comedy back to Debrecen offering a special night of comedy on the 14th of November, Thursday. Lineup Tauseef Parvez and more. Open Mic Opportunity Open spots are available to perform for people in Debrecen if anyone wants to try out Stand-Up Comedy. Grab your chance now and see if you cut it as a Stand-Up Comedian. If you want a spot to perform at this show please check the post in the Facebook event description or message @hotpaprikacomedy on Facebook or Instagram. Ticket prices Student: HUF 1500, Adult HUF 2500. Organisers reserve the right to make changes to the program. By participating, visitors accept that audio and video recordings may be made during the events, which may be used for promotional purposes on MODEM's and Hot Paprika Comedy's platforms.   Date: 14 November, the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Location: MODEM Centre of Modern Art Source:FB events .

Those who visit the Masters of Illusion show can be part of an unforgettable evening. The performers are regulars on international TV shows, prestigious festivals and cruise ships. After stages in Las Vegas, New York, Beijing, Dubai, Paris and Monte Carlo, they are now ready to enchant audiences in Debrecen. There's nothing like seeing the magic live. There are no camera tricks here: the incredible illusions are performed in front of the audience and with their participation. The show features Dávid Nagy Molnár, world championship silver medalist illusionist and master of large-scale illusions. The humorous side of illusion will be presented by Péter Boldog, eight-time national and two-time international champion magician. Writer and director of the TV series Abracadabra, the national professional director of David Copperfield's Project Magic programme, Botond Kelle will also appear on the show. Tickets for the show can be purchased via this link The show lasts approximately 2×50 minutes with 1 intermission and is recommended for ages 8 and up.   Date: 15 November, 5.00 p.m.  Location:VOKE Cultural Centre of Understanding Source:debrecen.imami.hu

The craft workshops of the House of Traditions offer a variety of activities, where visitors can get to know the natural materials of the crafts, original and reimagined craft techniques. The themes of the activities are designed to give both adults and children the joy of creating. The handicraft workshops will be held on the 22nd of November 2024 on behalf of the House of Traditions by the Folk Art Association of Debrecen and Hajdú-Bihar County and the Folk Art Association of Bihar.  During the day, visitors will have the opportunity to try out six folk craft techniques closely related to Debrecen and the various ethnographic regions of the county. These include bead weaving, gingerbread making and decorating, candle making, straw weaving, filter embroidery and traditional clothes (made of sheep wool) decoration making. Date: 22 November 2.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m.  Location: Déri Museum   Source:derimuzeum.hu

Comics lovers are welcome on the 23rd of  November at the Csokonai Grammar School at 12  Békessy Béla Street. Thousands of comics, figures, manga or fantasy books are looking for their new owners. The organisers would like to draw your attention to the fact that you can be part of the event even if you just want to browse, look around or buy. There will also be a raffle draw, where you can win better and better items. The entrance is free. Interesting facts about comics that not everyone may have known: Stan Lee created a hero that the public would hate, but eventually fall in love with. That hero is Tony Stark. Hulk was originally grey, but due to a printer malfunction, he was given a green colour. Journalist (Clark) Kent does not exist in DC comics. But while he's the real Superman in DC, he's an ordinary journalist in Marvel. Venom was originally a pregnant woman who joined an alien symbiote just before giving birth. Batman is Superman's employer. Clark Kent works at the Daily Planet, owned by Bruce Wayne.   Date: 23 November, 10.00 a.m. Location:Csokonai Grammar School, 12 Békessy Béla Street. Source:hajdupress.hu

Csokonai Theatre invites all their audience members to the guided tours of Csokonai Theatre. These tours, led by our actors, will reveal the hidden spaces and secrets of the nearly 160-year-old building that are usually concealed from the public. Following the completion of the renovation work in 2023, the theatre tours commenced immediately, offering insights not only into the building’s history but also into the restoration process. Experienced actors of the theatre guide visitors through the theatre’s greatest secrets, taking them to locations such as the dressing rooms, stage, prop storage, actor’s lounge, orchestra pit, and even the multi-story structure of the revolving stage. If you wish to participate in one of the theatre tours with a larger group, please contact the following email address info@csokonaiszinhaz.hu. Tickets: https://jegymester.hu/production/121480/szinhazbejaras/12007686 Date: 23 November 4:00 p.m.– with dancer Elise Paris Turco Location: Csokonai National Theatre Source:https://csokonaiszinhaz.hu/en/plays/guided-tours/