Events

Independent show hosted by the National Theatre of Bucharest. The organiser is exclusively liable for the quality and content of this event! Christmas would not be the same without the voice that, for over three decades, has become the soul of Romanian carols—Stefan Hrusca. This year, the artist returns to the stage with a recital of carols meant to bring us closer to the essence of the holiday and the unaltered beauty of traditions. For Hrusca, each carol is more than a song: it is a sung prayer, a window open to the peace and faith of our ancestors. In his voice, we find the emotion of childhood, the joy of reuniting with loved ones, and the light that transforms the holiday into a true mystery. This year's recital program features a selection of carols with an archaic flavor, as well as beloved songs that have become a staple in Romanian homes around Christmas. With each note, the artist manages to create that unique atmosphere in which time seems to stand still and hearts open to kindness and communion. Stefan Hrusca's warm and powerful voice remains the bridge that connects generations and places, carrying on the tradition of Christmas carols as a gift and a blessing. Whether you are at home or far away, his concert becomes an opportunity to feel that the light of Christmas shines just as brightly in every soul. We look forward to seeing you again this year to let yourself be carried away by the magic of carols and experience, together with Stefan Hrusca, the joy of an authentic Christmas. Organized by: Prestige Art Production   Translated by Andreea Codrea-Boeriu 

Independent show hosted by the National Theatre of Bucharest. The organiser is exclusively liable for the quality and content of this event! Extraordinary Christmas performance – 200 years since the birth of Johann StraussMusicians from two famous European orchestras The Orchestra di Teatro D`Opera Italiana, one of the most famous orchestras in Europe, has been applauded on major opera and philharmonic stages around the world. Suffice it to mention a few traditional venues: Brucknerhaus Linz (Linz Philharmonic), Bregenz Festspielhaus (Bregenz Philharmonic), Brunnenhof der Residenz Muenchen (Imperial Palace in Munich), Hofburg Palace in Vienna, Stadthalle Vienna, Meistersingershalle Nuernberg, Kasemattenbuehne Graz, etc. The orchestra's recognition is also due to its collaborations with big names in world opera, soloists, and conductors from the Arena di Verona, Teatro alla Scala in Milan, Teatro dell'Opera di Roma, Vienna State Opera, etc. The members of the Orchestra di Teatro D'Opera Italiana are joined by instrumentalists from the Vox Opera Orchestra, known and appreciated nationally and internationally. It is a new concept in Romania, where instrumentalists from two leading European orchestras join forces to offer the public memorable evenings and unique musical experiences. From Johann Strauss to Bogdan Costache, or about the Viennese model of conducting with a violin in hand!The musical direction of the event will be provided by the young conductor and violinist Bogdan Costache, and thus the soloists and instrumentalists invited from Vienna, Italy, Switzerland, and Germany will perform under the baton of one of the most talented orchestra conductors of the younger generation, born in Romania! Bogdan Costache's presence in the program of this year's Viennese Regale is owed to you, the audience, who already love him so much and have been impressed by his performance, wanting to see him again as soon as possible. Thus, the performance will be interactive, conducted "with violin in hand" following the model of Johann Strauss or, more recently, Andre Rieu.This year, Bogdan will surprise you with many pieces in their national premiere. Romanian music will also be present, with long-forgotten Romanian pieces, as well as wonderful Romanian carols. The performance will be complemented by the Vox Opera choir and balletThe orchestra members will be joined by the Vox Opera Ballet Ensemble with their eagerly awaited waltzes, polkas, and can-cans, in an effervescent and energetic choreography by Vlad Sebastian, so that you will be invited to dance by our orchestras and ballet dancers themselves, with the famous "Alles Walzer!" The beautiful carols and Christmas songs will also shine through the voices of the Vox Opera Choir. This year, you will also enjoy our traditional Romanian carols. Talented young Romanians at the beginning of their careers!Every year, we take on the mission of bringing to your attention and promoting exceptionally talented young Romanian musicians who are at the beginning of their careers but have already won awards at national and international music competitions. This year, the very young guitarist Gabriel Popescu will perform alongside our orchestra, accompanied by his teacher and mentor Mădălin Antonesei. The Viennese Ball in your city!The Viennese atmosphere and spirit will captivate you as soon as you enter the concert hall and will remain in your heart as a vivid memory for the coming Christmas and New Year. If you can't make it to the Christmas and New Year concerts in Vienna, we'll bring the Viennese spirit to your city with the most beautiful Viennese musical masterpieces of the Strauss dynasty, Franz Lehar, Emmerich Kalman, and many, many other musical and choreographic surprises. Guest soloists from Austria, Italy, and Switzerland will be presented in the coming weeks, so the surprises will keep coming! Every year we surprise you with a new repertoire, new special guests, and spectacular choreography, so that each Viennese Regale remains a memorable one! Translated by Andreea Codrea-Boeriu 

Independent show hosted by the National Theatre of Bucharest. The organiser is exclusively liable for the quality and content of this event! An artistic dialogue between Sergiu Tuhutiu and Flavia Giurgiu On Monday, October 13, 2025, at 7:30 p.m., in the Pictura Hall, we invite you to Chopin Exposed, an innovative performance that combines Frédéric Chopin's music with contemporary texts inspired by it, in a captivating artistic dialogue between pianist Sergiu Tuhutiu and actress Flavia Giurgiu. The performance, presented at the Pictura Hall of the National Theater in Bucharest, explores how the great composer transformed his perception of fragility into piano music, translating the intimacy of emotions into a universal language that still inspires us today, 215 years after his birth. The script combines letters written by the composer during his time in London with original texts written by Flavia Giurgiu and Sergiu Tuhutiu, inspired by Chopin's music. The contrast between classical piano compositions and modern sound design, built from ambient textures and synthesizer sounds, creates a fascinating temporal arc. The perspective of the artists Sergiu Tuhutiu: "I have long wanted to create a performance that combines Chopin's music with a contemporary touch. Flavia's lyrics bring precisely this note: they are current—some full of fantasy, others painfully anchored in everyday experience. Beyond the score of the performance, for me this show is about our play with time. This creates small suspended moments that relate to a certain match between a word or a line and a musical motif, a phrase ending, or a harmonic delay. And for those inexplicable moments of magic, it seems worth all the effort." Flavia Giurgiu: "For years, I have been using texts I have written myself in the performances and shows I work on, texts that I do not present as my own, because I never have enough time, because I could always have done better. About a time when music was not considered art, but a profession. About a time when I think I have the most beautiful job, because I do what I want to do. Chopin Exposed, an interior on display, about home and house, about the stage, about life, when there is time left." About the artists Sergiu Tuhutiu – pianist, creator, and artistic director Sergiu Tuhutiu is a pianist and artistic director with a career spanning over fifteen years on international stages. A graduate of the Royal College of Music in London, the University of Music and Performing Arts in Stuttgart, the Abbey Road Institute in London, and holder of a doctorate in musical performance from the Gheorghe Dima Academy in Cluj-Napoca, he combines interpretative excellence with the vision of a producer and cultural innovator. He was awarded the Grand Prize at the Debut to Master Competition in St. Petersburg, has given recitals and interdisciplinary projects in Europe and the United States, and has created shows with original concepts, such as Chopin Meets Broadway, presented in Hollywood, London, and New York, with the participation of artists Peisha and Katharine McPhee. In addition to his concert activity, Tuhutiu has extensive experience as a producer and manager of cultural projects, collaborating with renowned studios such as Abbey Road Studios in London and coordinating large-scale artistic initiatives – from orchestral recordings with dozens of musicians to innovative multimedia projects. With Chopin Exposed, Sergiu Tuhutiu offers a new foray into the romantic universe, this time filtered through a contemporary vision that brings Chopin's music closer to the sensibilities of today's audience. Flavia Giurgiu – actress, dancer, and choreographer Flavia Giurgiu is a theater, dance, and performance artist based in Bucharest, with a steady presence on stages across Romania and Europe. A graduate of the Faculty of Theater and Television in Cluj-Napoca and the Octavian Stroia High School of Choreography and Dramatic Arts, her career includes collaborations with prestigious directors and choreographers such as Radu Afrim, Gigi Caciuleanu, Andrei Serban, Oskaras Koršunovas, and Mihai Maniutiu. As an actress, she has performed in important productions at the National Theater in Bucharest, the National Theater in Timisoara, the Bulandra Theater, the Comedy Theater, and in numerous independent productions. and as a dancer and choreographer, she has created stage movements for performances staged in leading institutions, including the Romanian National Opera in Cluj, the National Theatre in Craiova, the Youth Theatre in Piatra Neamt, and Apollo111 in Bucharest. Her work also includes original performances presented in museums and international festivals, such as the National Museum of Contemporary Art in Bucharest, Kaaitheater in Brussels, and contemporary dance festivals in France and Italy. Flavia has also starred in feature films and short films, including "The Youth of a Dictator," where she played the role of Elena Ceausescu. The artist constantly explores the boundaries between theater, dance, and performance, bringing authentic energy and an intense stage presence to her projects. Tickets: Eventim , Iabilet   Media partners: Radio Romania Cultural, IQads, HAPP, Fundatia Art Production, Artexim, International Women's Association of Bucharest Cultural project co-financed by the National Cultural Fund Administration. The project does not necessarily represent the position of the National Cultural Fund Administration. AFCN is not responsible for the content of the project or how the results of the project may be used. These are entirely the responsibility of the beneficiary of the funding.   Translated by Andreea Codrea-Boeriu