What: Films in another dimension
Where: Philharmonie, 1 Pl. de l’Europe, 1499 Luxembourg - Google Maps
When: Saturday, 4 February at 8pm and Saturday, 5 February at 11am - full programme here
There’s something special about film music. It lifts the emotions conveyed through image to another level, it can play and deceive the watcher or listener, and trigger laughter, fear, tears or a speeding heartbeat. This power of music can be felt even more so this weekend at the Philharmonie, where there will be two live cinema performances with full orchestra. Saturday includes An Eastern Westerner and Safety Last, and on Sunday the orchestra accompanies films by Charlie Chaplin.
What: Avant-garde project
Where: 3 Park Drai Eechelen, 1499 Luxembourg - Google Maps
When: Opening Friday, 4 February at 6pm - more info
Commissioned to devise a unique project for Mudam’s Jardin des Sculptures (under the glass roof), artists Martine Feipel and Jean Bechameil have conceived a special exhibition that opens this Friday. Rich in visual references to the avant-garde movements of the early twentieth century, the work addresses the complex relationships that exist between technical progress and industry. The discrepancy between social progress and an improvement in living conditions, the slow dehumanisation and fragmentation of the human body. To mark the opening, a discussion between the artists and curator will take place on Friday evening between 6-9pm.
What: Sleeping beauty
Where: 5 Av. du Rock’n’Roll, 4083 Esch-sur-Alzette - Google Maps
When: Friday, 4 February at 7pm - info & tickets
Sleeping Beauty, one of the most famous works in ballet literature and a wonderful children’s fairy tale, will be danced by the the St. Petersburg Festival Ballet, one of the best ensembles in Russia. The stunning costumes, elegance and grace combined with the passion of the dancers will take the audience into the fairytale world of fantasies and dreams - all accompanied by a live orchestra.
What: Different ages
Where: 38, avenue Charlotte, L-4530 Differdange - Google Maps
When: First Saturday of each month - details & registration
Take part in a monthly reading session for kids, taking place on the first Saturday of each month at the Differdange library. Sessions are just under an hour, free, but require prior registration.
What: Making Venus and Serena Williams
Where: Kinepolis, 45 Avenue J-F Kennedy, 1855 Luxembourg - Google Maps
When: This weekend, times vary - info & tickets
Armed with a clear vision and a brazen, 78-page plan, Richard Williams is determined to write his two daughters, Venus and Serena, into history. Training on tennis courts in Compton, Calif., Richard shapes the girls’ unyielding commitment and keen intuition. Together, the Williams family defies seemingly insurmountable odds and the prevailing expectations laid before them. A great biopic of two tennis superstars.
What: Personal insight into culture and people
Where: National History and Art Museum, Marché-aux-Poissons, 2345 Luxembourg - Google Maps
When: Between now and 11 September 2022 - info & tickets
Alfred Seiland, a well-known Austrian photographer, is exhibiting 60 photographs from his Iran series, which he began in 2017. Similar to his previous project, Iran Between Times draws on the interplay between past and present and the ways in which people relate to it. The selection encompasses landscape photographs, illustrating the rich and complex history of Iran, as well as photographs of unadulterated scenes from everyday Iranian life. With this project, the photographer aims to challenge the viewer to critically think about how Western media oftentimes fail to represent an unprejudiced and unbiased view of the former Persian Empire, and to reflect at the same time on the major socio-political topics that are at the forefront of Iran’s society today.
Tip: A program of educational events is planned alongside the exhibition, including workshops, themed tours and a lecture series. Check out the agenda online.
What: But don’t drink and drive
Where: Along the Moselle - map here
When: Saturday, 5 February - Sunday, 6 February - more info here
Whether it’s fondue, raclette or a cheese platter – winegrowers and restaurateurs of the Moselle Valley are looking forward to presenting a combination of Luxembourg wine products and all kinds of cheese specialties. Many establishments will open their doors along the road from Schengen to Grevenmacher.
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