Nowy Sącz, Poland
Małopolskie Centrum Kultury „SOKÓŁ" in Nowy Sącz is a major regional cultural centre housed in a historic building originally erected in the late 19th century for the Polish gymnastic society Sokół. It hosts theatre performances, concerts, exhibitions, film screenings and community events, serving as one of the most important cultural institutions in the Lesser Poland region.
The premiere of "Pan Jowialski" by Aleksander Fredro, performed by the Theatre of the Dramatic Society. A performance full of witty dialogue and sharp observations of human nature.
A ceremonial gala presenting international Gold Star awards to creators of traditional culture from seven countries. This year's Polish laureate is dialectologist Prof. Józef Kąś.
A cinema broadcast of André Rieu's new show featuring Johann Strauss waltzes, hosted by Polish flautist Maja Jasińska.
A documentary about the life of Italian painter Giuseppe Pellizza, creator of the famous painting "The Fourth Estate". The film traces his artistic journey and tragic fate, with Fabrizio Bentivoglio as guide.
