Concert: New London Consort

Visiting the Warsaw Philharmonic this month is the New London Consort, celebrating the 350th anniversary of the birth of English Baroque composer Henry Purcell. The Consort will perform Purcell's most famous work, his opera Dido and Aeneas. This piece had a particularly strong influence on the works of 20th century composers such as Benjamin Britten and Michael Nyman. Concert starts at 7pm.

when - 6th October
where - Warsaw Philharmonic, ul. Jasna 5
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Opera: Wozzeck

Austrian composer Alban Berg was the most romantic of the Schoenberg twelve-tone serialists, though his opera Wozzeck is still an incredibly intense experience. If you're not familiar with atonal music you might be caught a tad off-guard by the lack of a tonal centre in Berg's music, but the compositions are fascinating and melodic compared to many other early 20th century avant-garde composers. The story lays bare the suffering of the poor and certainly doesn't lack a healthy dose of drama. A must-see for music and opera lovers.

when - 8th and 10th October
where - Opera House, Plac Teatralny 1
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Warsaw Film Festival

Now in its 25th year, the Warsaw Film Festival continues its aim of promoting film culture and encouraging creativity from filmmakers through its competitions. Films from Poland and abroad will be screened for over a week, including feature films, documentaries, and shorts. For details and an exact schedule, check out the link below.

when - 9th - 18th October
where - Various
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Concert: Tori Amos

American songstress Tori Amos will be gracing the stage at the Sala Kongresowa in Warsaw this month, as part of her European tour in support of her recent album entitled "Abnormally Attracted To Sin". The concert is sure to be an intimate performance as Amos's voice will be accompanied only by her piano. Tickets 154 - 198 zloty.

when - 10th October
where - Sala Kongresowa, Plac Defilad 1
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WOW! 2009: College Freshman Party

Now in it's fourth year, WOW! is the biggest clubbing party in the history of Poland which gives you the chance to start off your academic year in true hedonistic fashion. Thanks to a special WOW! entrance wristband you'll be able to gain exclusive access to 20 of Warsaw's hottest nightclubs. WOW! has become a regular event in the capital's nightlife. It’s the ideal place for students in Warsaw to meet and enjoy great music and includes plenty of competitions and special party attractions. The only way to kick-off the school year in Warsaw is with WOW!

when - 14th October
where - various clubs in Warsaw
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Concert: Archive

Brits Archive will be performing at Stodola this month, drawing from their latest album "Controlling Crowds" which was released earlier this year. Their music is a mish-mash of progressive rock, electronica, and trip-hop. Archive is particularly popular in Poland, so you might need to reserve a ticket in advance for this one!

when - 15th October
where - Stodola, ul. Batorego 10
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Concert: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

As part of the Orchestras of the World series, the Philharmonic in Warsaw will be giving over the performing reins on the 27th to the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra lead by respected conductor Charles Dutoit. The evening's performance includes Ravel's Mother Goose Suite, Elgar's Enigma Variations, and a selection of works from Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet ballet. Starts at 7pm.

when - 27th October
where - Warsaw Philharmonic, ul. Jasna 5
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Theatre: A Sentimental Piece for Four Actors

Piotr Cieplak, the spectacle's director, returns this October with his Sentimental Piece for Four Actors. Montownia and Cieplak invite you to see a story of four tenants (played by Adam Krawczuk, Marcin Perchuc, Rafal Rutkowski, Maciej Wierzbicki) occupying one space. Their lives cross and intertwine and their bitter-sweet experiences sum up into a beautiful praise of life with all its mysteries. The stories are told without the use of words, the main characters communicate with their bodies, gestures and cardboard, string, bamboo sticks and music. The seemingly simple tale shows a world without technology and computers that's no less complicated and surprising than the reality we all know. The spectacle starts at 7 pm.

when - 28th and 29th October
where - Teatr Praga, ul. Otwocka 14
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