Must-see entertainment in Europe

  • Opéra Royal de Wallonie

    Liège

    One of Liège's most prominent central buildings, the opera house contains a breathtaking, multilevelled classical-style auditorium.

  • Hertha BSC

    Berlin

    Many Berliners live and die by the fortunes of the local soccer team, Hertha BSC, which has seen its shares of ups and downs in recent years, but has…

  • Teatro Valle-Inclán

    La Latina & Lavapiés

    The stunning refurbishment of this theatre has brought new life (and quality plays) to the once run-down corner of Lavapiés. Located on the southern end…

  • Satirikon Theatre

    Moscow

    Boasting one of Moscow’s most talented theatre producers, Konstantin Raikin, as well as a host of big-name directors, the Satirikon earned a reputation in…

  • Bi Nuu

    Kreuzberg

    This smallish, frill-free indie and alternative venue, in the crimson-lit catacombs below Schlesisches Tor U-Bahn station, presents genre-spanning gigs by…

  • Riverside Studios

    Notting Hill & West London

    Reopened after a five-year refit, the new Riverside has two theatres, two cinema screens, a state-of-the-art TV studio, brasserie, cafe and bar. The…

  • Fundació Mas I Mas

    Barcelona

    This foundation promotes chamber and classical music, offering concerts in a couple of locations. Classical concerts, usually involving Catalan performers…

  • Brass’Art

    Brussels

    Sitting on the long Place Communale in the predominately Arab and African Molenbeek district, this simple and hugely inviting bar-café is run by…

  • Lucerna Music Bar

    Prague

    Nostalgia reigns supreme at this atmospheric old theatre, now looking a little dog-eared. It hosts all kinds of acts – from Czech superstars to amateur…

  • Teatr Narodowy

    Warsaw

    The National Theatre has a legendary history of over 250 years. Its productions are mounted on three stages: the 625-seat main theatre Bogusławski's Room;…

  • U Malého Glena

    Malá Strana

    American-owned ‘Little Glen’s’ has been around since 1995 and is the venue for hard-swinging local jazz or blues bands who play every night in the cramped…

  • Tarantos

    La Rambla & Barri Gòtic

    Since 1963, this basement locale has been the stage for up-and-coming flamenco groups performing in Barcelona, with stars such as Antonio Gades and Maruja…

  • Craftsman Jazz Club

    Reggio Emilia

    Part of a burgeoning mixology empire in Reggio Emilia, the Craftsman has evolved from a top-shelf cocktail bar on Piazza Fontanesi (still an excellent…

  • Jazz Club Gajo

    Ljubljana

    Peripatetic Gajo, now occupying an open space opposite the National Gallery and just near the Opera Ballet Ljubljana, remains an important venue for live…

  • New Theatre

    Plzeň

    Plzeň's stint as European 'Cultural Capital' in 2015 saw the opening of this jaw-dropping theatre building, which stages popular musicals, as well as…

  • Barclaycard Arena

    Hamburg

    Hamburg’s huge Barclaycard Arena (previously sponsored by O2) was extensively refurbished for the 2006 football World Cup, and is home to Bundesliga club…

  • Picturehouse Central

    The West End

    A beautifully designed, multi-screen cinema in the buzzing heart of Piccadilly Circus, Picturehouse Central is pure style from the moment you walk in and…

  • Jamboree

    La Rambla & Barri Gòtic

    For over half a century, Jamboree has been bringing joy to Barcelona's jivers, with high-calibre acts featuring jazz trios, blues, Afrobeats, Latin and…

  • Teatro Argentina

    Centro Storico

    Founded in 1732, Rome’s top theatre is one of three managed by the Teatro di Roma, along with the Teatro India and Teatro di Villa Torlonia. Rossini’s…

  • Gran Bodega Saltó

    Barcelona

    The ranks of barrels and classic tapas menu give away this century-old bar's history as a traditional bodega. Now, after a little homemade psychedelic…

  • Radost FX

    Prague

    Though not quite as trendy as it once was, slick and shiny Radost is still capable of pulling in the crowds, with themed dance parties each night of the…

  • Salon İKSV

    Beyoğlu

    This intimate performance space in the İstanbul Foundation for Culture & Arts (İKSV) building hosts live contemporary music (classical, jazz, rock,…

  • Old Oil Mill

    Around Athens

    Elefsina's current culture revolves around this vast ruined soap factory, a space constantly in flux as various arts and performance groups adapt it to…

  • Le Lac

    Brussels

    This vast two-tier artists' studio opens onto the street and hosts ad hoc exhibitions and events. It sells beers and snacks, and you can look at the art…

  • L’Auditori

    Barcelona

    Barcelona’s modern home for the Orquestra Simfònica de Barcelona i Nacional de Catalunya, L’Auditori stages performances of orchestral, chamber, religious…

  • Au Lapin Agile

    Montmartre & Northern Paris

    Named after Le Lapin à Gill, a mural of a rabbit jumping out of a cooking pot by caricaturist André Gill, which can still be seen on the western exterior…

  • Karlovy Vary Symphony Orchestra

    Karlovy Vary

    The town's highly regarded orchestra stages a regular program of concerts; check the website for what's on during your visit. Concerts are normally held…

  • Lío

    Ibiza Town

    Basking in perfect views of Dalt Vila from its terrace, this multifaceted Pacha-group venue arguably enjoys the best location in Ibiza. It's aimed at an…

  • Bayerisches Staatsschauspiel

    Munich

    This leading ensemble has gone alternative in recent years, staging Shakespeare, Schiller and other tried-and-true playwrights in 21st-century garb and…

  • Le Channel

    Calais

    Calais' former slaughterhouses were transformed into this vast cultural centre in 2007. Today it hosts performances spanning live music concerts to comedy…

  • Le Motel

    Paris

    This hole-in-the-wall venue in the hot-to-boiling-point 11e has become the go-to indie bar around Bastille. It’s especially well loved for its comfy sofas…

  • St Petersburg Opera

    St Petersburg

    Housed in the sumptuous (and dare we say, rather bizarre) former home of Baron von Derviz, the St Petersburg Opera performs regular operas in its intimate…

  • Österreichisches Filmmuseum

    Vienna

    Situated inside the Albertina, the Austrian Film Museum shows a range of films with and without subtitles in the original language, featuring a director,…

  • Helsinki

    Zürich

    A leftover hut from the area’s industrial days, the Helsinki attracts people of all tastes and ages for its low-lit, relaxed band scene. On Sundays, catch…

  • Lendok

    St Petersburg

    Occupying a grand former mansion, this cinema and working film studio specialises mainly in documentary films, including international ones, although they…

  • Thomanerchor

    Leipzig

    Leipzig's famous boys’ choir performs Bach motets and cantatas at 6pm on Friday and 3pm on Saturday at the Thomaskirche, and sings during Sunday services…

  • Kino Iluzjon

    Warsaw

    Occupying a heritage building, designed in Mieczysław Piprek and completed in 1950, Kino Iluzjon is a branch of the National Film Archive. As such, it…

  • Teatr Żydowsk

    Warsaw

    This theatre's full name is Teatr Żydowski im Estery Rachel i Idy Kamińskich. It stages many of its productions in Yiddish, but Polish and English…

  • Frascati

    Medieval Centre & Red Light District

    This experimental theatre is a draw for young Dutch directors, choreographers and producers. Expect multicultural dance and music performances, as well as…

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