To celebrate his 200th birthday, an impressive exhibition reveals the complex mind and life of one of Austrian’s most underrated composers. Showcased are 130 original documents and music manuscripts. At…
Vienna’s ball season is in full swing. Each year around 450 balls attract 540 000 dance enthusiast and socialites who are keen to experience the spirit of the former Austro-Hungarian…
One of the greatest exhibitions of all time – the Vienna World’s Fair of 1873 – is celebrating its 150th anniversary. The Vienna World’s Fair was a testament to the…
This year marks the 525th anniversary of one of the world’s top boys’ choirs. The Wiener Sängerknaben have toured the world’s premier concert halls. Their musical achievements are equaled by…
The UN in Vienna hosted a delightful exhibition of Armenian traditional costumes, artistry and rugs. The pieces on display were copies of historic costumes and rugs. Visitors of the exhibition…
Ambassador Christoph Thun-Hohenstein is the Director General for International Cultural Relations at the Austrian Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs. He shares impressions of the 2023 Architecture Biennale in…
On Africa Day at the UN in Vienna the Africa Interactive digital project was presented to the world. Governments, museums and private collections have been invited to join the project…
Turkish TV dramas and historical fictions are quickly becoming an important soft power tool. Their popularity spans the globe and their reach is not confined to the Muslim word. These…
During the holiday season LUMAGICA’s magical light display transformed Innsbruck’s historic Hofgarten. The Imperial Gardens’ 600-year history was incorporated into many of the luminous installations. Thousands came to see the…
Hellmut Brunn shares his impressions of the 59th Biennale in Venice:'The Milk of Dreams'. The world reknown art exhibition will be on display until 27 November. This biennial event attracts…