Culture news Why are Italian musicians protesting Venice Opera's new conductor? Beatrice Venezi was appointed as music director of La Fenice opera house in September. Musicians and staff are demanding her revocation over her lack of experience and ties to the far-right. 27/11/2025
Culture news Rosalía's 'Lux' tops Taylor Swift as the world's most-streamed album Rosalía's rise and rise continues apace with her latest album LUX breaking yet another significant and sizeable digital landmark for the biggest number of streams in a week. 17/11/2025
Cinema Adele to make acting debut in Tom Ford’s adaptation of ‘Cry to Heaven’ Celebrated British singer Adele is currently taking a break from music after completing a huge residency in Las Vegas. Now, she's about to say 'Hello' to the big screen... 13/11/2025
Culture news Baku International Arts Festival targets cross-cultural projects The second week of the Baku International Arts Festival features international stars of theatre, music, dance, and opera, along with unique collaborations, premieres, and ethnic projects. 09/11/2025
Cult Gabala Music Festival: Six days of opera and jazz in the Caucasus In partnership with Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan Every summer, the Gabala International Music Festival turns this Azerbaijani mountain resort into an open-air stage, hosting world-class jazz, opera and orchestras against the backdrop of the Caucasus. 20/08/2025
Culture news Kazakh vocalist stuns jury, wins big at Portofino’s Opera Competition Aigerim Altynbek swept the competition at this year's Concorso Lirico Internazionale di Portofino (CLIP), bringing Kazahstan's "rich culture to the world" according to Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. 08/08/2025
Culture news UK’s Royal Ballet and Opera cancels 2026 Israel show after protest The Royal Ballet and Opera has cancelled a planned 2026 performance of Puccini’s 'Tosca' at the Israeli Opera in Tel Aviv, after 182 staff signed a letter condemning the organisation's stance on Gaza. 05/08/2025
Culture news Russian soprano’s discrimination case against Met to proceed The Met Opera previously dropped Russian soprano Anna Netrebko after she refused to repudiate President Vladimir Putin over Russia's campaign against Ukraine. Her discrimination case will now proceed. 31/07/2025
Culture news Austria's JJ talks Eurovision 2025 win, dream collab and what's next Euronews Culture sat down with JJ, Austria’s Eurovision 2025 winner to talk about life since his triumphant performance, his genre-blending high pitched singing voice and what he’s planning to do next. 22/06/2025
Culture news Wagnermania: Monumental Flying Dutchman in an Austrian quarry Wagner's The Flying Dutchman can be seen from 9 July in a quarry outside Sankt Margarethen im Burgenland. 15/06/2025
Modern Nomads Kazakh opera blends tradition and modernity for global audiences In partnership with MDQ From iconic love stories to epic legends, Kazakh opera is finding a global stage. In this episode, we explore how this distinctive art form blends national identity with classical style. 16/04/2025
Culture news Ralph Fiennes to make opera directing debut in Paris The Oscar-nominated actor, most recently seen in 'Conclave', will direct in Paris next season. 03/04/2025
Travel News Norway invites ‘hygge testers’ to work in stunning locations for free Embracing the spirit of uncluttered simplicity, a web company is inviting ten lucky testers to try out a ‘hygge desk’ in Norway. 03/02/2025
Culture news Barcelona Liceu's 'La Traviata' showcases the future of opera Barcelona's Liceu theatre is currently staging Verdi's La Traviata, a co-production with three European opera companies. The Liceu's revival director Leo Castaldi spoke to Euronews Culture about the process of keeping the performance fresh, cost effective and relevant during its run. 27/01/2025
Culture news Berlin's Komische Oper continues renovations despite budget cuts Berlin's Komische Oper renovations are likely to continue as city of Berlin slashes culture budget by 10%. Director Philip Bröking says that the upcoming budget cuts are extremely painful and, for many, difficult to implement. 20/12/2024
Modern Nomads Discovering Abai Qunanbaiuly: The legacy of Kazakhstan's poet, philosopher and musician In partnership with MDQ In this episode of Modern Nomads, we explore the enduring legacy of Abai Qunanbaiuly, Kazakhstan's greatest poet, philosopher and cultural figure. From literature to opera, his influence continues to shape Kazakhstan's modern identity. 27/11/2024