Welcome to the weekend: Hear a Beatles tribute, see the "whirling dervishes" of Damascus, tour the Casemates, see the Opera Ballet Vlaanderen or a youth production of Aladdin.
See our monthly events guide for January HERE!
Here's the Today Radio selection:
1. See tribute to The Beatles
What: Liverpudlian boys’ musical legacy
Where: Opderschmelz, 1a Rue du Centenaire L-3475 Dudelange
When: Friday, 17 November at 8pm - info & tickets
Timeless tunes by the Fabulous Four are being performed by 22 passionate musicians from The Greater Region. Expect acclaimed masterpieces, lesser-known gems, and oddities to a feast of sounds. The true spirit of The Beatles on stage at Opderschmelz!
© Fränk Henkes
2. Watch Ombra
What: Theatre play about human bonds
Where: Grand Théâtre, 1 Bd Robert Schuman, 2525 Luxembourg
When: Thursday, 16 January and Friday, 17 January - info & tickets
The Opera Ballet Vlaanderen presents Ombra by choreographer Alain Platel, alongside the Luxembourg Philharmonic, exploring human connections and emotions set under the boughs of a majestic tree. Inspired by Händel's aria Ombra mai fu – "Never was a shade of a tree so lovely...", the tree becomes a special gathering place.
© Koen Broos
3. Twirl with the 'whirling dervishes' from Damascus
What: Middle eastern traditions
Where: Philharmonie, 1 Pl. de l'Europe, 1499 Luxembourg
When: Friday, 17 January at 7.30pm - info & tickets
Known in Europe as "whirling dervishes", the group from Damascus will be accompanied on the stage of the Philharmonie's Grand Auditorium by the musicians of the Al-Kindi Ensemble, a veritable conservatory of Syrian and Turkish Sufi musical traditions. A dizzying show, in every sense of the word.
© Sabine Chatel
4. Tour the Bock Casemates
What: Iconic site of Luxembourg
Where: Montée de Clausen, 1343 Luxembourg
When: Saturday, 18 January at 2.30pm - more info here
Listed as a UNESCO World HeritageSite, these underground tunnels carved into the rock bear witness to the fortress city's turbulent past. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the lower town through the many openings and loopholes. Tours are every Saturday and start at 2.30pm.
© LCTO
5. Watch Conclave
What: Stunning political thriller
Where: Kinepolis, 45 Av. John F. Kennedy, 1855 Kirchberg
When: Various dates and times, see info here
Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with one of the world's most secretive and ancient events, participating in the selection of a new pope. Surrounded by powerful religious leaders in the halls of the Vatican, he soon uncovers a trail of deep secrets that could shake the very foundation of the Roman Catholic Church.
6. Fly the magic carpet with Aladdin
What: Musical
Where: Trifolion, 2 Prte St Willibrord, 6486 Echternach
When: Sunday, 19 January at 11am or 3pm - info & tickets
Magic, elegant costumes and a fantasy backdrop come together in this 1992 Disney stage adaptation of Aladdin at Trifolion. It's perfect for the whole family. Note that the spoken language is German, with two shows at 11am and 3pm.
7. Immersive yourself in the world of Pleasing
What: Rock show with art gallery
Where: Kulturfabrik, 116 Rue de Luxembourg, 4221 Esch-sur-Alzette
When: Saturday, 18 January at 8pm - info & tickets
Alternative rock band Pleasing are hosting a multidisciplinary show at Kulturfabrik that invites the audience to wander their art gallery corridor, watch a theatre piece performed before the concert, as well as the show itself.
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