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Water Matters
The cultural heritage of water: reconnecting with rivers through art
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As the European Pavilion 2024 floating arts programme prepares to head for Lisbon after sailing across four of the continent's largest rivers, Water Matters looks at examples of floating cultural projects aimed at reconnecting citizens with rivers.
Meet The Locals
Meet Rustam, the guesthouse owner showcasing Lahij's unique beauty to global visitors
In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board
In this episode of Meet The Locals, we speak to Rustam Rustamov, a guesthouse owner in Lahij 's Coppersmith Village, who introduces international visitors to its rich culture and breathtaking scenery.
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Last French accordion maker closes after 105 years
The traditional French accordion is no more, as Maugein, one of France’s oldest accordion manufacturers, closes shop after 105 years. The owner blames Chinese competition and Covid for the firm’s demise. The final Maugein strap accordion is delivered to its last customer today.
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Meet Ruy de Carvalho, Portugal's oldest working actor on stage
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Uzbek craftsmanship: Knives and Ceramics in the Fergana Valley
In partnership with the Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan
In this episode of Explore, we visit Uzbekistan's Fergana Valley, where ancient crafts and their masters still thrive, their knowledge passed down from generation to generation.
Qatar 365
From books to calligraphy: A look at Qatar’s thriving literary scene
In partnership with Media City
Qatar 365 explores the infinite world of literature, from getting more children to read and spend more time at libraries, to getting crafty with Arabic calligraphy. We also visit Qatar’s first girls’ school, now turned into a museum, to honour the woman who fought for women’s education.
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The new 'La Bohème': Opera for dummies or much needed Gen Z update?
The shortened version of La Bohème was staged for the first time in Perugia: it lasts ninety minutes instead of two hours and forty minutes. The new format is the idea of tenor Gianluca Terranova, who also plays the role of Rodolfo.