136 result(s) for historical series
Now On: Baselitz. Preview With Review, National Gallery
- 6 Jun 2017 7:20 AM
- community & culture
Now on until 2 July. The exhibition featuring Georg Baselitz, one of the most famous and sought-after contemporary German artists. The show, staged by the Museum of Fine Arts – Hungarian National Gallery in cooperation with the Goethe-Institut in Budapest, will comprise more than eighty works selected from international and Hungarian public and private collections, while eight lesser-known ...
'Joan', Jurányi House, 30 May
- 25 May 2017 8:00 AM
- entertainment
The story of the young peasant girl who led an army to help crown a king and was burned at the stake for her efforts, the play incorporates Joan of Arc’s own words from letters, chronicles and testimony at her trial to create the living story of a fearless teen who was bound by her oath to God. Movement, voice and sound come together in a series of fast-paced short scenes that flow like a ...
John Chiara & Damian Stamer, Budapest Art Factory, Until 6 June
- 24 May 2017 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Budapest Art Factory (BAF) is proud to present the art of its May guest artists. Throughout the one-month sojourn, two American artists, John Chiara and Damian Stamer, developed new series of works which will be introduced to the Hungarian public on May 31, 2017, 6-8 pm within a two-person exhibition. As part of the residency program and accompanying event, an emerging talent from Cyprus, Nikolas ...
Escape From Budapest To Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers Bangkok
- 1 Mar 2017 1:00 AM
- travel
Think Bangkok's just a concrete jungle? Choose this river-side resort and you’ll think again. Sheraton has made it their mission to empower guests to experience more in countless countries around the world. In Bangkok, the Royal Orchid Sheraton's location by the majestic Chao Phraya River really does offer guests an extra special stay in Thailand's capital.
Xpat Opinion: Centennial Of Franz Josef’s Death: Hungarians & Monarchy
- 29 Nov 2016 8:00 AM
- current affairs
It was one hundred years ago, on November 21, 1916, that Franz Josef I, Austrian emperor and Hungarian king, died. His death couldn’t have been unexpected since he was 86 years old and had been on the throne for 68 years. When he died, Austria-Hungary, his creation, was slowly edging toward military collapse and revolution. His death was interpreted by his subjects as an ominous sign of the end ...
Xpat Insights: 1956 Hungarian Revolution, 'The Battle Of Budapest'
- 20 Oct 2016 9:00 AM
- community & culture
60 years ago from this year (2016) on 23 October, The Hungarian Uprising of 1956 started. It became a nationwide revolt against the government of the Hungarian People's Republic and its Soviet-imposed policies.
Invitation: BBC Debate In Budapest On Referendum & Migration, 5 October
- 28 Sep 2016 8:55 AM
- current affairs
The BBC World Service is holding a series of debates across Europe as the continent grapples with the big issues of migration, the economy and security. On 2 October Hungary will vote on whether to accept mandatory EU quotas for relocating migrants. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán opposes the European Union’s plans. In this edition of BBC World Questions recorded at Corvinus University in Budapest, ...
BBC To Host Budapest Debate On Referendum, Migration
- 23 Sep 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The BBC World Service is holding a debate at Corvinus University of Budapest on October 5 as part of a series of debates across Europe, as the continent grapples with the big issues of migration, the economy and security, according to a press release issued yesterday. Topics will include Hungary’s October 2 referendum and EU quotas for refugee relocation.
Budapest Gypsy Symphony Orchestra, Vajdahunyad Castle, 4 August
- 21 Jul 2016 9:04 AM
- community & culture
One full month filled with 10 symphonic concerts await the music lover audience at the 25th jubilee Summer Music Festival at Vajdahunyad Castle. The main – and last – act of this exlusive concert series will be presented by the Budapest Gypsy Symphony Orchestra and Hundred Gypsy Violins, on the evening of 4th August.
Now On: Baselitz. Preview With Review, National Gallery
- 6 Jun 2017 7:20 AM
- community & culture
Now on until 2 July. The exhibition featuring Georg Baselitz, one of the most famous and sought-after contemporary German artists. The show, staged by the Museum of Fine Arts – Hungarian National Gallery in cooperation with the Goethe-Institut in Budapest, will comprise more than eighty works selected from international and Hungarian public and private collections, while eight lesser-known ...
'Joan', Jurányi House, 30 May
- 25 May 2017 8:00 AM
- entertainment
The story of the young peasant girl who led an army to help crown a king and was burned at the stake for her efforts, the play incorporates Joan of Arc’s own words from letters, chronicles and testimony at her trial to create the living story of a fearless teen who was bound by her oath to God. Movement, voice and sound come together in a series of fast-paced short scenes that flow like a ...
John Chiara & Damian Stamer, Budapest Art Factory, Until 6 June
- 24 May 2017 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Budapest Art Factory (BAF) is proud to present the art of its May guest artists. Throughout the one-month sojourn, two American artists, John Chiara and Damian Stamer, developed new series of works which will be introduced to the Hungarian public on May 31, 2017, 6-8 pm within a two-person exhibition. As part of the residency program and accompanying event, an emerging talent from Cyprus, Nikolas ...
Escape From Budapest To Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers Bangkok
- 1 Mar 2017 1:00 AM
- travel
Think Bangkok's just a concrete jungle? Choose this river-side resort and you’ll think again. Sheraton has made it their mission to empower guests to experience more in countless countries around the world. In Bangkok, the Royal Orchid Sheraton's location by the majestic Chao Phraya River really does offer guests an extra special stay in Thailand's capital.
Xpat Opinion: Centennial Of Franz Josef’s Death: Hungarians & Monarchy
- 29 Nov 2016 8:00 AM
- current affairs
It was one hundred years ago, on November 21, 1916, that Franz Josef I, Austrian emperor and Hungarian king, died. His death couldn’t have been unexpected since he was 86 years old and had been on the throne for 68 years. When he died, Austria-Hungary, his creation, was slowly edging toward military collapse and revolution. His death was interpreted by his subjects as an ominous sign of the end ...
Xpat Insights: 1956 Hungarian Revolution, 'The Battle Of Budapest'
- 20 Oct 2016 9:00 AM
- community & culture
60 years ago from this year (2016) on 23 October, The Hungarian Uprising of 1956 started. It became a nationwide revolt against the government of the Hungarian People's Republic and its Soviet-imposed policies.
Invitation: BBC Debate In Budapest On Referendum & Migration, 5 October
- 28 Sep 2016 8:55 AM
- current affairs
The BBC World Service is holding a series of debates across Europe as the continent grapples with the big issues of migration, the economy and security. On 2 October Hungary will vote on whether to accept mandatory EU quotas for relocating migrants. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán opposes the European Union’s plans. In this edition of BBC World Questions recorded at Corvinus University in Budapest, ...
BBC To Host Budapest Debate On Referendum, Migration
- 23 Sep 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The BBC World Service is holding a debate at Corvinus University of Budapest on October 5 as part of a series of debates across Europe, as the continent grapples with the big issues of migration, the economy and security, according to a press release issued yesterday. Topics will include Hungary’s October 2 referendum and EU quotas for refugee relocation.
Budapest Gypsy Symphony Orchestra, Vajdahunyad Castle, 4 August
- 21 Jul 2016 9:04 AM
- community & culture
One full month filled with 10 symphonic concerts await the music lover audience at the 25th jubilee Summer Music Festival at Vajdahunyad Castle. The main – and last – act of this exlusive concert series will be presented by the Budapest Gypsy Symphony Orchestra and Hundred Gypsy Violins, on the evening of 4th August.