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Ponchielli: La Gioconda, Opera House Budapest, 5 June
- 5 Jun 2025 5:00 PM
- classical
Ponchielli's most famous opera whisks the audience back to the magical, but at the same time, dangerous Venetian Republic of the 17th century.
The piece's protagonist is a street singer named Gioconda. In spite of her name, which means “the jovial one”, her life takes a tragic turn owing to the intrigues of a diabolically evil figure who is hopelessly in love with her.
Ponchielli and ...
Preview: Hungarian Motion Picture Festival in June to Honour Cinematographer Koltai
- 20 May 2025 12:44 PM
- entertainment
World-renowned cinematographer Lajos Koltai will be among the recipients honoured with the Hungarian Film Academy’s life achievement award at this year’s Hungarian Motion Picture Festival.
Donizetti's Maria Stuarda, Opera House Budapest
- 10 May 2025 9:49 AM
- community & culture
Starring Klára Kolonits, Gabriella Balga, and Juraj Hollý in the leading roles, conducted by Martin Rajna and directed by Máté Szabó, a full-scale stage production of Donizetti’s Maria Stuarda is being presented for the first time in Hungary.
Hungarian State Opera Unveils its 142nd Season
- 10 May 2025 6:06 AM
- community & culture
World premieres of contemporary Hungarian works alongside masterpieces by Beethoven, Mozart, and Wagner – the Hungarian State Opera unveils its 142nd season.
Szeged Contemporary Dance Company: Black Swan, National Dance Theatre Budapest, 29 April
- 29 Apr 2025 7:00 PM
- contemporary
The Hungarian Dance Association has been organising for many years, in cooperation with the National Dance Theatre, a gala evening on the biggest celebration of dance, where the professional awards of the Association are presented.
The awards of the Zoltán Imre Foundation and the Zoltán Nagy Jr. Foundation will also be presented on this evening. At the gala evening, after the award ...
Escape from Budapest to Sumatra - Natural Adventures in Cultural Pulse of Indonesia
- 11 Mar 2025 3:44 PM
- travel
Embarking on a journey from the heart of Europe to the lush landscapes of Sumatra unveils an adventure paradise rich in cultural heritage and natural splendor. This Indonesian island, the world’s sixth-largest, is a breath-taking tapestry of majestic mountains, beautiful beaches and vibrant local communities.
Escape from Budapest to Belitung - Indonesia's Unspoiled Paradise Island
- 6 Mar 2025 10:48 AM
- travel
Nestled off the eastern coast of Sumatra, Belitung sits as a true hidden wonder, captivating the relatively few travellers who make it there with its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and unique granite rock formations.
Kurtag at 99: Hungarian Public Media Person of Year Celebrated on His Birthday With Concert
- 31 Jan 2025 8:12 AM
- community & culture
Kossuth laureate composer, pianist and teacher Gyorgy Kurtag, who is Public Media Person of the Year in 2024, will celebrate his 99th birthday on Feb 19 with a concert held at the Budapest Music Centre (BMC).
Verzió Documentary Film Festival, Budapest, Until 13 November
- 9 Nov 2024 7:36 AM
- entertainment
The 21st Verzió program has been curated by a new programming team. Running from November 6-13, it offers both award-winning films and hidden gems.
Ponchielli: La Gioconda, Opera House Budapest, 5 June
- 5 Jun 2025 5:00 PM
- classical
Ponchielli's most famous opera whisks the audience back to the magical, but at the same time, dangerous Venetian Republic of the 17th century.
The piece's protagonist is a street singer named Gioconda. In spite of her name, which means “the jovial one”, her life takes a tragic turn owing to the intrigues of a diabolically evil figure who is hopelessly in love with her.
Ponchielli and ...
Preview: Hungarian Motion Picture Festival in June to Honour Cinematographer Koltai
- 20 May 2025 12:44 PM
- entertainment
World-renowned cinematographer Lajos Koltai will be among the recipients honoured with the Hungarian Film Academy’s life achievement award at this year’s Hungarian Motion Picture Festival.
Donizetti's Maria Stuarda, Opera House Budapest
- 10 May 2025 9:49 AM
- community & culture
Starring Klára Kolonits, Gabriella Balga, and Juraj Hollý in the leading roles, conducted by Martin Rajna and directed by Máté Szabó, a full-scale stage production of Donizetti’s Maria Stuarda is being presented for the first time in Hungary.
Hungarian State Opera Unveils its 142nd Season
- 10 May 2025 6:06 AM
- community & culture
World premieres of contemporary Hungarian works alongside masterpieces by Beethoven, Mozart, and Wagner – the Hungarian State Opera unveils its 142nd season.
Szeged Contemporary Dance Company: Black Swan, National Dance Theatre Budapest, 29 April
- 29 Apr 2025 7:00 PM
- contemporary
The Hungarian Dance Association has been organising for many years, in cooperation with the National Dance Theatre, a gala evening on the biggest celebration of dance, where the professional awards of the Association are presented.
The awards of the Zoltán Imre Foundation and the Zoltán Nagy Jr. Foundation will also be presented on this evening. At the gala evening, after the award ...
Escape from Budapest to Sumatra - Natural Adventures in Cultural Pulse of Indonesia
- 11 Mar 2025 3:44 PM
- travel
Embarking on a journey from the heart of Europe to the lush landscapes of Sumatra unveils an adventure paradise rich in cultural heritage and natural splendor. This Indonesian island, the world’s sixth-largest, is a breath-taking tapestry of majestic mountains, beautiful beaches and vibrant local communities.
Escape from Budapest to Belitung - Indonesia's Unspoiled Paradise Island
- 6 Mar 2025 10:48 AM
- travel
Nestled off the eastern coast of Sumatra, Belitung sits as a true hidden wonder, captivating the relatively few travellers who make it there with its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and unique granite rock formations.
Kurtag at 99: Hungarian Public Media Person of Year Celebrated on His Birthday With Concert
- 31 Jan 2025 8:12 AM
- community & culture
Kossuth laureate composer, pianist and teacher Gyorgy Kurtag, who is Public Media Person of the Year in 2024, will celebrate his 99th birthday on Feb 19 with a concert held at the Budapest Music Centre (BMC).
Verzió Documentary Film Festival, Budapest, Until 13 November
- 9 Nov 2024 7:36 AM
- entertainment
The 21st Verzió program has been curated by a new programming team. Running from November 6-13, it offers both award-winning films and hidden gems.

















