Liège
One of Liège's most prominent central buildings, the opera house contains a breathtaking, multilevelled classical-style auditorium.
Liège
One of Liège's most prominent central buildings, the opera house contains a breathtaking, multilevelled classical-style auditorium.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Barcelona
This foundation promotes chamber and classical music, offering concerts in a couple of locations. Classical concerts, usually involving Catalan performers…
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…
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…
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;…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Olympia Municipal Music Theatre Maria Callas
Athens
Now that the National Opera has moved to a new base at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, this grand theatre has been refurbished and given…
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…
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…
Beyoğlu
This intimate performance space in the İstanbul Foundation for Culture & Arts (İKSV) building hosts live contemporary music (classical, jazz, rock,…
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…
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…
Barcelona
Barcelona’s modern home for the Orquestra Simfònica de Barcelona i Nacional de Catalunya, L’Auditori stages performances of orchestral, chamber, religious…
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…
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…
Munich
This leading ensemble has gone alternative in recent years, staging Shakespeare, Schiller and other tried-and-true playwrights in 21st-century garb and…
Calais
Calais' former slaughterhouses were transformed into this vast cultural centre in 2007. Today it hosts performances spanning live music concerts to comedy…
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
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…
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,…
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…
St Petersburg
Occupying a grand former mansion, this cinema and working film studio specialises mainly in documentary films, including international ones, although they…
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…
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…
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…
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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