The noble passion of collecting
March 10, 2008
The exhibition “The noble passion of collecting - Arts works from Hungarian private collections” that will continue in the Budapest Museum of Applied Arts till April 20th displays about 600 artworks form 65 private collections.
This exceptional selection includes works from the Middle Ages to the present day - Gothic wooden statues, orthodox icons, a 17th century Brussels tapestry, oriental rugs, Hungarian porcelain, Art Deco furniture, silver jewellery and oriental ceramics from the cargo of sunken ships.
The gem of collection is a crystal cow called the Milky Way. This piece of art was created for the annual Cow Parade, and just returned from its special trip to Vienna where it was displayed in the café window. This sparkling cow is decorated with 13,500 Swarowsky crystals and illuminated from within.
Museum of Applied Arts
IX. district, Üllői út 33-37
Closed on Mondays
Family Silverware Exhibition
March 10, 2008
A new exhibition in Hungarian National Museum features the amazing collection of silver tableware from the 18th and 19th century.
The collection of gold and silver works of art that represents country’s culture and history was started over 200 years ago. Many of the pieces were obtained by the museum during the Socialist period when many were forced to part with precious heirlooms, and acquired from Pawn Store Company, that used to be a monoplist in the antiques market in Hungary.
In addition to table silverware crafted in Hungary, the collection also features some works made outside the territory of the former Habsburg Monarchy, especially the splendid works of Viennese goldsmiths.
The exhibition will continue till 24th March, on the second floor of the Hungarian National Museum.
Address: VIII district, Múzeum krt. 14-16
Open: Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00
The Kills
March 10, 2008
I keep having to check my ticket. Can this be right?
The UK’s favourite scuzz-rock heroes, daters of Kate Moss, wearers of leather and chelsea boots, cooler that a polar bear’s icebox, supported by the equally cool, equally rare in Paris the Gossip? And a chance to catch up-and-comers Pete and the Pirates?
L’Olympia, 6:30pm
28 Boulevard des Capucines
75009 Paris
France
Alicia Keys
March 10, 2008
Wallet? Keys? Hopes and Dreams?
She’s hot, intelligent AND she can sing? These three virtues, rarely experienced together (however much they try to make us believe it), intermingle and explode in the lovely Alicia Keys. Go and hear her in action on March 16th. The venue is Pavelló Olímpic de Badalona (Barcelona) NB. This is NOT the Olympic stadium on Montjuïc, but a 12,500-seater basketball stadium slightly out of town. The show starts at 9pm and you have the added pleasure of getting out at a Metro station called Gorg.
Avinguda Alfons XIII, s/n
08921 Badalona (Barcelona)
Metro Gorg
Tickets: €48-€58
Impulsive creations by Blanca Gala, in the limelight at the Eurostars Las Adelfas 4*
March 10, 2008
The Eurostars Las Adelfas 4* (Cordova) presents, from 7 March to 4 May, an exhibition of work by Blanca Gala. Blanca Gala defines her creations as the result of a “controlled impulse”, causing the appearance of “a tension, more spiritual and physical, charged with great lyricism”. Read more
The Eurostars Ciudad de Córdoba presents light-filled paintings by José Mario Fajardo
March 10, 2008
The Hotel Eurostars Ciudad de Cordoba 4* presents, from 6 March to 6 May, an exhibition by José Mario Fajardo. The exhibition comprises a series of canvases in which Fajardo carries out a conscientious investigation of light in all its forms. Read more
Stereophonics
March 3, 2008
In October of 2007 Stereophonics’ sixth album, ‘Pull the Pin’, came out. It entered the album charts on number one in England. In Holland they’re also very popular, their last concert was sold out in an instant. So you’d better get your tickets quick if you want to enjoy the Stereophonics this Sunday in the Heineken Music Hall!
Sunday March 2, 2008
Doors open at 18.30, concert starts at 20.00
Order tickets online
Stereophonics
Heineken Music Hall
ArenA Boulevard 590
1101 DS Amsterdam
Café Bo!
March 3, 2008
After a stroll around Parc Güell, don’t rush back to the centre so quickly… mosey on down to the barrio of Gràcia with its pretty squares and cute boutiques. For sunny snacks (yes, even in February) grab a terrace table at Bo! on plaça Rius i Taulet and have an early tapas lunch accompanied by a heady Volldamm malt beer. Then sit back, relax and watch the kids play in the square. Nice.
Plaça de Rius i Taulet, 11
08012, Barcelona
Metro Fontana
Open 10am-12.30am
Franceba Party
March 3, 2008
All things French in the Repeta Sarok Club hosting the second French evening on February 29th.
From classic to electric through rock, retro, and more, the program includes entertainments that cater to every taste.
The party will start with two short French films to be followed by a discussion. Afterwards at around 21:30, the guests will be entertained with music – Mylene Farmer, Manu Chao, Noir Desir, France Gall, Gotan Project – all of these mixed and spun by French DJ Monsieur.
The party goes on till 4am.
Time: February 29th from 20:30
Place: Repeta Sarok (V district, Curia u. 2)
Entry: 1 000 Ft (Students: 700 Ft. until 22:00)
The Music Hall of Williamsburg
March 3, 2008
The hippest neighborhood in the land (Williamsburg) recently saw the opening of another fantastic music venue. The Music Hall of Williamsburg is small enough to feel intimate, but big enough to get some phenomenal acts. The Hall has already hosted Patti Smith on opening night and a memorable series of shows by The National. On March 3 and 4, two classic lo-fi rockers take the stage—Vic Chesnutt and Jonathan Richman. This is your rare chance to see two legendary songwriters share the same stage. Arrive in the ‘hood early or stay late so you can hit up the gazillion cool bars that litter the area. Other notable upcoming shows include The Hives, The Black Lips, and Pelican. Williamsburg rocks.
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