13 result(s) for ancient state in Community & Culture
Royal Remains of Medieval King in Hungary Identified Using DNA
- 15 Jun 2026 8:39 AM
- community & culture
Experts of the Institute of Hungarian Research and Szeged University have identified bones from a medieval ossuary in Szekesfehervar, in western Hungary, as the remains of King Bela II (reigned 1131-1141), the institute said in a statement on Sunday.
Themes Revealed for Hungarian State Opera Season 2026/27
- 29 May 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.
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.
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.
Budapest Opera House Announces Slavic Theme for 2023-24 Season
- 28 Dec 2023 6:20 AM
- community & culture
The Hungarian State Opera has announced that it is dedicating its 140th season in 2023-24 to Slavic music, with 14 premieres and 40 works connected to Slavic culture, General Director Szilveszter Ókovács.
An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary: Chapter 3, Part 3.
- 19 Dec 2022 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Marion Merrick’s books are the only first-hand account written by a westerner of what it was like to live and work in communist Hungary, and then in the aftermath of the 1989 change of regime.
Free Open-Air Concert: Local Festival Orchestra Returns to Heroes' Square
- 7 Jun 2022 6:04 PM
- community & culture
Once again this free summertime concert will be held at this key location in Budapest on June 18, this time featuring a Bach suite followed by the European premiere of a piece by Philip Glass.
Hungarian Church Leaders Call for Peace in Easter Message
- 19 Apr 2022 8:06 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- community & culture
Jesus “sacrificing his own life restores peace between the world and its Creator and makes peace an obligation for man”, Cardinal Péter Erdő, the head of the Hungarian Catholic Church, told MTI on Saturday, celebrating Easter.
'Metaphysical Passage Through A Zebra' Exhibition, Ludwig Museum Budapest
- 6 Oct 2021 7:21 AM
- community & culture
It was on display until 21 November. On the occasion of the World of Hunting and Nature Exhibition, the Ludwig Museum has organized an exhibition on the topic of hunting and nature, presenting pieces from its own collection and works by contemporary artists.
Royal Remains of Medieval King in Hungary Identified Using DNA
- 15 Jun 2026 8:39 AM
- community & culture
Experts of the Institute of Hungarian Research and Szeged University have identified bones from a medieval ossuary in Szekesfehervar, in western Hungary, as the remains of King Bela II (reigned 1131-1141), the institute said in a statement on Sunday.
Themes Revealed for Hungarian State Opera Season 2026/27
- 29 May 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.
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.
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.
Budapest Opera House Announces Slavic Theme for 2023-24 Season
- 28 Dec 2023 6:20 AM
- community & culture
The Hungarian State Opera has announced that it is dedicating its 140th season in 2023-24 to Slavic music, with 14 premieres and 40 works connected to Slavic culture, General Director Szilveszter Ókovács.
An Englishwoman's Life in Communist Hungary: Chapter 3, Part 3.
- 19 Dec 2022 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Marion Merrick’s books are the only first-hand account written by a westerner of what it was like to live and work in communist Hungary, and then in the aftermath of the 1989 change of regime.
Free Open-Air Concert: Local Festival Orchestra Returns to Heroes' Square
- 7 Jun 2022 6:04 PM
- community & culture
Once again this free summertime concert will be held at this key location in Budapest on June 18, this time featuring a Bach suite followed by the European premiere of a piece by Philip Glass.
Hungarian Church Leaders Call for Peace in Easter Message
- 19 Apr 2022 8:06 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- community & culture
Jesus “sacrificing his own life restores peace between the world and its Creator and makes peace an obligation for man”, Cardinal Péter Erdő, the head of the Hungarian Catholic Church, told MTI on Saturday, celebrating Easter.
'Metaphysical Passage Through A Zebra' Exhibition, Ludwig Museum Budapest
- 6 Oct 2021 7:21 AM
- community & culture
It was on display until 21 November. On the occasion of the World of Hunting and Nature Exhibition, the Ludwig Museum has organized an exhibition on the topic of hunting and nature, presenting pieces from its own collection and works by contemporary artists.