Welcome to the weekend! Drive a handcar on rails, watch Charlie Chaplin with orchestra, meet architects, hear poets or see the local fire department!
1. See Charlie Chaplin with live orchestra
What: Comedy genius in concert
Where: Philharmonie, 1 Pl. de l'Europe, L-1499 Luxembourg
When: Friday, 26 April at 7.30pm - info & tickets
Experience the multi-faceted genius of actor, filmmaker and composer Charlie Chaplin in this stunning re-creation of his 1931 silent romantic comedy film City Lights. The score, composed by Chaplin himself, perfectly captures the emotions of his simple and sincere principal characters. The music is performed live by the Luxembourg Philharmonic under Anthony Gabriele’s lead. Tickets are sold out, but a handful will be available at the box office, so come early and you may get lucky!
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2. Meet architects & designers for your project
What: Come into contact with professionals
Where: LuxExpo, 10 Circuit de La Foire Internationale, L-1347 Kirchberg
When: Thursday, 25 April between 12-8pm - more info here, including exhibitors
ARCHITECT@WORK enables visitors to meet architects, interior designers, engineers, urban planners, property developers and more on the exhibition floor. A route guides you around all stands (a bit like IKEA!), so this is a great place to come into personal contact with experts. Even if you're not currently planning a project, this can be an inspiring visit.
3. Listen to European poets
What: Printemps des Poètes
Where: Kulturfabrik, 116 Rue de Luxembourg, L-4221 Esch-sur-Alzette
When: Friday, 26 April at 7.30pm - info & tickets
It's the 17th edition of 'Spring of Poets' this weekend. Organised by the Kulturfabrik, Neimënster and the Simoncini gallery, six poets from all over Europe, as well as laureates of the young poets edition, will present their work. There will also be live music, as well as a bookstand. A poetic evening!
4. See dance performance by Eun-Me Ahn
What: With 9 dancers
Where: Grand Théâtre, 1 Bd Robert Schuman, L-2525 Luxembourg
When: Thursday, 25 April at 8pm - info & tickets
In her 60 years in South Korea, Eun-Me Ahn has seen political, economic and cultural transformation. Her choreography is often inspired by such rapid change, fusing East with the West. Following Dancing Grandmothers and Dragons, Eun-Me Ahn returns this season with Koshigi Monologue, based on interviews with older women about their first sexual experiences in post-war Korea. Nine dancers embody the coy, sometimes sad and angry testimonies of ignorance, social pressure, arranged marriage, violence and their resignation in the absence of a way out. While progress has been made, we are left with the overwhelming feeling that there is still a long way to go.
© JM Chabot
5. Watch The Fall Guy
What: With Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt
Where: Kinepolis Kirchberg, 45 Av. John F. Kennedy, L-1855 Luxembourg
When: Various times - more info here
After leaving the business one year earlier, battle-scarred stuntman Colt Seavers springs back into action when the star of a big studio movie suddenly disappears. As the mystery surrounding the missing actor deepens, Colt soon finds himself ensnared in a sinister plot that pushes him to the edge of a fall more dangerous than any stunt.
6. Check out Remich fire department
What: Insight into emergency response teams
Where: CIS Remich, 3, op der Kopp, L-5544 Remich
When: Saturday, 27 April and Sunday, 28 April - FREE - more info here
This weekend the Remich Fire Department is hosting an 'open house' to bring the local department and its people closer to residents. There will be guided tour of the CIS building, exhibition and demonstration of emergency vehicles, LRO National Trauma and rescue challenge, animation for adults and children. Food and drinks available onsite - lots of action guaranteed!
7. Drive a handcar
What: Take control!
Where: Fond-de-Gras, L-4576 Niederkorn
When: Saturday, 27 April at 10am and 2pm - more info here
Embark on an adventure aboard a handcar this weekend - on the railway tracks traditionally covered by the impressive steam locomotive Train 1900. Take the controls yourself and ride the 30-minute track, followed by a short 5-minute walk to the Lamadelaine mill where a guided tour is waiting for you. Continue with a snack and drink and then take the rails back to Fond-de-Gras!
© Claude Kies
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