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Hungarian Animated Classic ‘The Tragedy of Man’ Released on Blu-Ray
- 16 Mar 2026 11:33 AM
- https://bbj.hu/
- entertainment
Marcell Jankovics’ extraordinary, animated feature-length version of Imre Madách’s 1861 play “The Tragedy of Man” is the most ambitious Hungarian animation ever made, if not the greatest. Now released on Blu-Ray by U.S. company Deaf Crocodile, it is a must-watch, writes David Holzer.
Themes Revealed for Hungarian State Opera Season 2026/27
- 19 Feb 2026 6:59 AM
- community & culture
Eastern-themed productions and works of Kodály in focus of the 143rd season of the Hungarian State Opera. Twelve premieres – including new productions of Salome, Madama Butterfly, and Il trovatore, the world premiere of Máté Bella’s Passio, and a centenary production of Háry János – are featured in the Hungarian State Opera’s 2026/27 season.
Roman Traditions to Come Alive at AmfiFest in Budapest, 11 - 13 September
- 10 Sep 2025 12:53 PM
- entertainment
On Saturday and Sunday, the Amphitheatre in District III will host an event called AmfiFeszt, which aims to revive various ancient traditions.
Verdi's Nabucco Opera Premiere, Margaret Island Theatre Budapest, 24 & 26 July
- 15 Jul 2025 8:51 AM
- community & culture
This season, the organisers once again welcome audiences with the grandeur of opera premieres. In keeping with their longstanding tradition, they have invited internationally acclaimed vocalists to perform the lead roles in two major productions — renowned stars who have brought Verdi’s emotionally charged Nabucco to life on the world’s most prestigious opera stages.
Xploring Hungarian Wine – Region By Region
- 6 May 2025 7:29 AM
- food & drink
It’s safe to say that there is no wine lover in the world who has not heard of the famous Hungarian Tokaji. However, adventurous visitors can enjoy many other bottled wonders in Hungary apart from the unique dessert wine, be they white, rosé or red wines.
Insider’s Guide: Top 10 Highlights at Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest
- 14 Apr 2025 6:00 AM
- community & culture
Living in Budapest offers countless cultural opportunities, one of the real crown jewels of the city’s art scene is the Szépművészeti Múzeum, located at the historic Heroes’ Square. With over 100,000 works ranging from classical antiquity to the 20th century, the Museum of Fine Arts provides a world-class experience in the heart of Hungary - as the video below shows.
'Hungary has Done Remarkable Things for Israel, Jewish People', Says Netanyahu in Budapest
- 4 Apr 2025 8:34 AM
- current affairs
Under Viktor Orban's leadership, Hungary has done "remarkable things for Israel and the Jewish people", Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu said at a joint press conference with his Hungarian counterpart in Budapest on Thursday, praising Hungary's withdrawal from the International Criminal Court in particular.
Immersive Dinosaur Experience at Biodome Budapest
- 17 Feb 2025 6:33 AM
- entertainment
On display until 30 March. The interest in dinosaurs have been unabated since British naturalist Richard Owen called a group of ancient reptiles by this name which means “terrible lizards”.
'Seuso Treasure' Exhibition @ Hungarian National Museum in Budapest
- 12 Feb 2025 5:18 AM
- community & culture
The Seuso treasure, the most significant silver find from the period of the later Roman Empire is part of the special permanent exhibition of the Hungarian National Museum.
Hungarian Animated Classic ‘The Tragedy of Man’ Released on Blu-Ray
- 16 Mar 2026 11:33 AM
- https://bbj.hu/
- entertainment
Marcell Jankovics’ extraordinary, animated feature-length version of Imre Madách’s 1861 play “The Tragedy of Man” is the most ambitious Hungarian animation ever made, if not the greatest. Now released on Blu-Ray by U.S. company Deaf Crocodile, it is a must-watch, writes David Holzer.
Themes Revealed for Hungarian State Opera Season 2026/27
- 19 Feb 2026 6:59 AM
- community & culture
Eastern-themed productions and works of Kodály in focus of the 143rd season of the Hungarian State Opera. Twelve premieres – including new productions of Salome, Madama Butterfly, and Il trovatore, the world premiere of Máté Bella’s Passio, and a centenary production of Háry János – are featured in the Hungarian State Opera’s 2026/27 season.
Roman Traditions to Come Alive at AmfiFest in Budapest, 11 - 13 September
- 10 Sep 2025 12:53 PM
- entertainment
On Saturday and Sunday, the Amphitheatre in District III will host an event called AmfiFeszt, which aims to revive various ancient traditions.
Verdi's Nabucco Opera Premiere, Margaret Island Theatre Budapest, 24 & 26 July
- 15 Jul 2025 8:51 AM
- community & culture
This season, the organisers once again welcome audiences with the grandeur of opera premieres. In keeping with their longstanding tradition, they have invited internationally acclaimed vocalists to perform the lead roles in two major productions — renowned stars who have brought Verdi’s emotionally charged Nabucco to life on the world’s most prestigious opera stages.
Xploring Hungarian Wine – Region By Region
- 6 May 2025 7:29 AM
- food & drink
It’s safe to say that there is no wine lover in the world who has not heard of the famous Hungarian Tokaji. However, adventurous visitors can enjoy many other bottled wonders in Hungary apart from the unique dessert wine, be they white, rosé or red wines.
Insider’s Guide: Top 10 Highlights at Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest
- 14 Apr 2025 6:00 AM
- community & culture
Living in Budapest offers countless cultural opportunities, one of the real crown jewels of the city’s art scene is the Szépművészeti Múzeum, located at the historic Heroes’ Square. With over 100,000 works ranging from classical antiquity to the 20th century, the Museum of Fine Arts provides a world-class experience in the heart of Hungary - as the video below shows.
'Hungary has Done Remarkable Things for Israel, Jewish People', Says Netanyahu in Budapest
- 4 Apr 2025 8:34 AM
- current affairs
Under Viktor Orban's leadership, Hungary has done "remarkable things for Israel and the Jewish people", Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu said at a joint press conference with his Hungarian counterpart in Budapest on Thursday, praising Hungary's withdrawal from the International Criminal Court in particular.
Immersive Dinosaur Experience at Biodome Budapest
- 17 Feb 2025 6:33 AM
- entertainment
On display until 30 March. The interest in dinosaurs have been unabated since British naturalist Richard Owen called a group of ancient reptiles by this name which means “terrible lizards”.
'Seuso Treasure' Exhibition @ Hungarian National Museum in Budapest
- 12 Feb 2025 5:18 AM
- community & culture
The Seuso treasure, the most significant silver find from the period of the later Roman Empire is part of the special permanent exhibition of the Hungarian National Museum.