Must-see entertainment in Europe

  • Anturazh

    Lviv

    Hardcore nightclub with strict face control and dress code and a crowd of local footballers, businesspeople and the odd tourist who sneaked in. Some…

  • City Halls

    Glasgow

    In the heart of Merchant City, there are regular performances in this beautiful rectangular auditorium by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and the Scottish…

  • Le Transbordeur

    Lyon

    In an old industrial building near the Parc de la Tête d'Or's northeastern corner, Lyon's prime concert venue draws international acts on the European…

  • Dizzy

    Rotterdam

    Live acts perform most nights at this decades-old jazz cafe, and can include anything from cool jazz to blues-tinged sets, funk and Latin. The whisky…

  • Charleroi/Danses

    Wallonia

    Charleroi’s cultural high point is its world-renowned avant-garde dance company, which performs here at Les Écuries theatre.

  • Damberd

    Ghent

    This local institution has been a pub since the 18th century and a jazz club of sorts for more than 30 years. There are regular live performances across…

  • La Scène du Canal

    Montmartre & Northern Paris

    Within the red-tiled cultural centre Espace Jemmapes on Canal St-Martin, French hip-hop, slam, chanson and more blasts on stage at concert venue La Scène…

  • Tolmen Centre

    South Cornwall

    This lively community arts centre is definitely the beating heart of the village, and puts on a surprisingly broad program of live theatre, music, dance…

  • Reigen

    Vienna

    Enjoy a drink in front of Reigen’s tiny stage, which is the setting for jazz, blues, Latin and world music in a simple space housing changing art and…

  • TAKino Cinema

    Liechtenstein

    This plush cinema in Schaan has 99 soft, comfy velour seats for patrons to enjoy everything from art-house films to Hollywood blockbusters. Check the…

  • English Theatre of Hamburg

    Hamburg

    Germany's oldest professional English-language theatre has been around since 1976 and performs quality English drama with English actors to a…

  • Deutsches Theater

    Munich

    On wide and bustling Schwanthalerstrasse, Munich's answer to London's West End hosts touring road shows such as Dirty Dancing, The Gruffalo and Mamma Mia.

  • Bockenheimer Depot

    Frankfurt am Main

    This century-old former tram depot hosts innovative dance performances as well as Städtische Bühnen theatre and opera productions.

  • Zach's Pub

    Plzeň

    Head to Zach's for live music and a suitably studenty atmosphere. There's a big garden for open-air drinking in summer. It's about a 15-minute walk west…

  • Jam House

    Birmingham

    Pianist Jools Holland was the brains behind this moody, smart-casual music venue (dress accordingly). Acts range from jazz big bands to famous soul…

  • Théâtre Municipal

    Colmar

    Next to the Musée d’Unterlinden, this is Colmar’s biggest stage, hosting concerts, ballet, plays and even the occasional opera.

  • Bolshoy Puppet Theatre

    St Petersburg

    This ‘big’ puppet theatre is indeed the biggest in the city, and has been active since 1931. The repertoire includes a wide range of shows for children…

  • Pallas Theatre

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Home of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra (CYSO), this theatre has a regular program of recitals and concerts. Check the website to see if anything is on…

  • Jazzclub Unterfahrt im Einstein

    Munich

    Join a diverse crowd at this long-established, intimate club for a mixed bag of acts ranging from old bebop to edgy experimental. The Sunday open-jam…

  • Reduta Theatre

    Brno

    One of the main venues of the Národní divadlo Brno (Brno National Theatre), with an emphasis on opera and classical music. Buy tickets online or at the…

  • Džem Pub

    Kaunas

    With excellent views from its 5th-floor balcony and a wide choice of beers, Džem caters to a young, alternative crowd with its ever-changing program of…

  • Pécs National Theatre

    Pécs

    Pécs is renowned for its opera company and the Sophianae Ballet, both of which perform at this theatre. Advance tickets can be purchased from the theatre…

  • Münchner Philharmoniker

    Munich

    Munich's premier orchestra regularly performs at the Gasteig Cultural Centre. Book tickets early, as performances usually sell out.

  • Steel Aréna

    Košice

    Support revered local ice-hockey team HC Košice, or rock out at live music events, at this arena 1km west of the old town. Buy tickets for either on www…

  • Music Bar Anděl

    Plzeň

    By day a cool, hip cafe, the Anděl is transformed after dark into a rocking live-music venue featuring the best of touring Czech bands and occasional…

  • O Kavouras

    Athens

    In a smartly renovated building at the top corner of Exarhia's central square is this relaxed cafe-bar which hosts live music from around 10.30pm from…

  • Kismet

    Thessaloniki

    Set right among Ladadika's restaurants, Kismet is a fine, though crowded, spot for live bands, ranging from rock and pop to Greece's most popular…

  • Musikhochschule Lübeck

    Lübeck

    High-calibre concerts take place throughout the summer and winter semesters at this music academy. Check at the tourist office or their website for…

  • Mullingar Arts Centre

    The Midlands

    Mullingar's arts centre runs a regular program of music, comedy, drama and art exhibitions. In summer there are family-friendly traditional music sessions…

  • Grand Opera House

    York

    Despite the name, there are no operas staged here; instead, there's a wide range of entertainment, from live bands and popular musicals to stand-up comics…

  • Fabrik

    Hamburg

    They're making beautiful music in this former factory that's an iconic Altona venue, where the music ranges from classical to club and the program spans…

  • Centro Cultural Villa de Nerja

    Nerja

    This well-run centre organises an ambitious annual program of classical music, theatre, jazz and flamenco, featuring international and Spanish musicians…

  • Nuovo Teatro Comunale

    Sassari

    Inaugurated in February 2012, Sassari's largest theatre stages opera, concerts and plays. Check local listings for upcoming performances, or visit www…

  • OlympiaWorld

    Innsbruck

    This cutting-edge venue hosts big-name concerts, musicals and sports events from football to ice-hockey matches. Take Bus J from the Landestheater to…

  • Hot Club de Lyon

    Lyon

    Lyon's leading jazz club, around since 1948, has a stone-walled, cavelike interior that creates an intimate setting for live bands. Main acts take the…

  • Centro Cultural

    Lagos

    Lagos’ main venue for performances stages everything from choirs and live music gigs to theatre, opera, comedy and dance, and also hosts contemporary-art…

  • Riviera

    Athens

    Screening since 1969, the outdoor cinema Riviera tends toward art-house programming, with new indie films and occasional programs of artists' shorts and…

  • Odense Koncerthus

    Odense

    Specialising in classical music, the Koncerthus is home to Odense Symphony Orchestra.

  • Hippodrome

    Birmingham

    Home to the Birmingham Royal Ballet, the Hippodrome also hosts performances ranging from opera to contemporary dance, drama, musicals, pantomimes,…

  • Jazz Club U Muniaka

    Kraków

    Housed in a fine cellar, this is one of the best-known jazz outlets in Poland, the brainchild of saxophonist Janusz Muniak. There are concerts most nights…

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