What: 24 competitive artists
Where: Rotondes, 3, Place des Rotondes, Luxembourg
When: Saturday, 31 October at 2pm - open to all, more info here
Back to the Books once again brings together writers from all over Europe for a day entirely dedicated to graffiti. Young, old, pros and beginners will have the opportunity to present their tagging skills to the public. This year, the battle will be fought on four walls, open air, on the square in front of the Rotondes. 24 artists qualified for a spot through an Instagram competition. This third edition will be marked by the presence of the artists Dejoe (winner of Back to the Books 2019), Defo and Sumo, the latter two being part of the jury.
Also on the programme: the screening of the film Girl Power on the rich history of women in graffiti, and a market dedicated to graffiti by-products. The public will also be able to express themselves with a bomb on the “free expression wall”.
What: Creative atelier
Where: Smart Babyshop, 9A, Côte d’eich, Luxembourg
When: Saturday, 31 October between 3pm-7pm - info here
Smart Babyshop is hosting a spooky yet cheerful afternoon for parents and babies up to two years old. Get some makeup, paint a little coffin or take home a cute Halloween pumpkin.
What: The comedy of 2020
Where: Exclusively available on Amazon Prime
When: Anytime
Borat Subsequent Moviefilm: Delivery of Prodigious Bribe to American Regime for Make Benefit Once Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan (yes, that’s the complete title) is Sacha Baron Cohen’s second Borat mockumentary, in which he pretends to be a Kazakh journalist with no clue about the coronavirus pandemic during his trip to the United States. This leads to some hilarious situations, involving both famous politicians and every day Americans. Also, Borat’s favourite slogan, “very nice”, was officially adapted by the Kazakhstan tourist office. Only available on Amazon Prime.
What: Special masterclass for industry pros
Where: Neimënster, 28 Rue Münster, 2160 Luxembourg
When: Monday, 2 November at 10 am - tickets and infos here
This is a two-day workshop for people involved in creating, managing or supporting festivals and events. The masterclass has been delivered successfully in 25 countries worldwide, informing and inspiring thousands of people with a passion for events. This will be the first time the masterclass has been presented in Luxembourg. It covers many of the key tasks facing event organisers from programming to marketing, working with the media, evaluating events, sponsorship and fundraising. It also includes an important section about surviving and reviving events after Covid-19. Presented by former Edinburgh Festival Fringe Director Paul Gudgin.
What: Part of Korean Film Festival
Where: Cinémathèque, 17 Place du Théâtre, 2613 Luxembourg
When: Friday, 30 October at 7pm - info here
Four years after the zombie outbreak, South Korea has been overrun by zombies and quarantined from the rest of the world. A soldier and his team are given the mission to pick up an abandoned truck in the middle of Seoul with a time limit to escape the peninsula forever. Great special effects and a huge imagination have crafted a stunning and thrilling film.
What: Phenomenal French accordionist
Where: Philharmonie Luxembourg, 1 Place de l’Europe, 1499 Luxembourg
When: Friday, 30 October at 8pm - reservation & tickets here
During his long and prolific career, French accordionist Richard Galliano has recorded more than 50 albums under his name, really inventing the French ‘New Musette’. He’s worked with some incredible names in jazz, classical and world music, and played a big role in music through education as well. Unfortunately, due to coronavirus, conductor Alexander Shelley could not travel to Europe, but was replaced last-minute by the great Alexandre Bloch.
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