What: Part of Indian music programme
Where: Philharmonie Luxembourg, 1, Place de l’Europe, L-1499 Luxembourg
When: Thursday, 15 January at 7.30pm – info & tickets
Vijay Iyer and the Luxembourg Philharmonic welcome the season of renewal with two striking pieces: Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring and Iyer’s own Rites of Holi, accompanied by a colourful film by Prashant Bhargava. The programme offers two very different takes on spring, blending energy, ritual and reflection. The evening ends on a more intimate note, with Vijay Iyer improvising at the piano.
What: Fiercely contested showdown
Where: Rotondes, Place des Rotondes, L‑2448 Luxembourg
When: Saturday, 17 January at 8pm – info & tickets
At the Luxembourg Poetry Slam Championship, sharp pens and bold voices take the stage with original texts – and the jury is you. All languages are welcome as long as the flow hits, with a spot at the European championship in Austria (and maybe beyond) at stake. The Rotondes and Kulturhaus Niederanven have hosted top-level slam since 2021, and this year promises another fiercely contested showdown.
What: Powerful voices
Where: Trifolion, 2, Porte Saint Willibrord, L-6486 Echternach
When: Friday, 16 January at 8pm – info & tickets
The Golden Voices of Gospel kick off the year with a high-energy concert full of soul, warmth, and powerful voices. Known from major TV shows and international stages, the choir blends traditional and modern gospel, staying true to the sound of Black churches in the US and the Caribbean, while inviting the audience to sing, clap, and join in. From timeless classics to songs from their new album Hallelujah, this is a feel-good musical journey rooted in emotion, community, and joy.
What: Toys, clothing, and essentials
Where: 10, Rue de la Laiterie, L-7783 Bissen
When: Saturday, 17 January – more info here
Browse pre-loved children’s clothing, toys and everyday essentials at the Children’s secondhand market in Bissen, offering families a practical and sustainable way to pass on items and pick up bargains. The informal market setting makes it easy to browse, exchange and give children’s goods a second life. The event takes place on Saturday 17 January in Bissen, hosted by the Commune de Bissen, at 10, Rue de la Laiterie. From What’s On for families.
What: Battle against political and religious forces
Where: Grand Théâtre, 1, Rond-point Schuman, L-2525 Luxembourg
When: Friday, 16 January at 7.30pm – info & tickets
After Andromaque, Yves Beaunesne returns with Le Procès de Jeanne, a powerful theatrical oratorio led by actress and singer Judith Chemla. Drawing on the original trial records, the production blends music, video, and theatre to retrace Joan of Arc’s confrontation with religious and political power – an intense, stripped-back take on a story that still resonates. With English subtitles on Friday, 16 January.
What: Czech cinema from the 60s
Where: Théâtre des Capucins 9, Place du Théâtre, L-2613 Luxembourg
When: Sunday, 18 January at 5.30pm – info & tickets
Andula, an innocent Czech girl from a factory town, is desperately in search of love. She believes she’s found it when she beds Milda, a charming young musician visiting from Prague. Milda, however, is only looking for a casual encounter, and leaves town assuming he’ll never see Andula again. But when Andula doesn’t hear from him, she packs up and heads to Prague, to the surprise of Milda and his parents.
What: “Gangs of Europe”
Where: Institut National des Langues, Boulevard de la Foire, L-1528 Luxembourg
When: Thursday, 15 January at 6pm – more info here
How has European migration shaped American society on screen? This lecture looks at how films from different eras and genres – from The Emigrants and Heaven’s Gate to Gangs of New York and The Brutalist – portray the journey to the New World and the communities that emerged from it. Drawing on both European and American perspectives, it explores themes of migration, cultural exchange and identity through cinema.
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