Exhibition: "This is Not an Exhibition"

The project "This is Not an Exhibition" is an atypical presentation of selected works from the Zacheta National Gallery of Art's collection. Instead of focusing on the works themselves, the anti-exhibition focuses on the process of caring for works of art, specifically the more problematic works of modern art composed through non-traditional techniques. The exposition will show a process, presenting many exhibits as they are documented, go through conservation works, and mounted for exhibition. There will be also talks with the artists about their workshops and the concepts behind their creation.

when - Until 5th May
where - Zacheta National Art Gallery, Pl. Malachowskiego 3
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Exhibition: "Ancient Treasures of Ukraine"

The exhibition "Ancient Treasures of Ukraine" will be shown at the National Museum in Warsaw from the 15th of April until the 29th of June 2008. It is the first presentation outside of Ukraine of these high-profile works which come from a private collection carefully compiled by industrialists Sergiej Platonow and Sergiej Tarut. In the first decade of Ukraine's turbulent transition from communism to democracy, they began collecting these works in an attempt to save them from harm and from being sold off to foreign investors, and have thus amassed one of the richest accumulations of archaeological documentations of the country's past. The exhibition will present 400 works ranging from about 6000 BC through the Middle Ages, documenting the most important periods in the incredibly rich history of Ukraine, including relics from the cultures that used to inhabit ancient Ukraine, such as the Greeks, Romans, and Russians.

when - Until 29th June
where - National Museum, al. Jerozolimskie 3
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Exhibition: "After Jedwabne"

Zofia Lipecka's exhibition "After Jedwabne" is a reaction to Jan Tomasz Gross’s 2001 book Neighbours, and will be showing at the Zacheta National Gallery of Art from the 8th of March until the 18th of May. The exhibition includes a presentation of video-installations presenting several faces showing their reactions to a reading of text from Gross's book, which tells of the killing of Jews by Poles in Poland during World War II, in a tragic event known as the Jedwabne pogrom or Jedwabne massacre. Through the exhibition, the spectators surrounded by the projections themselves become a part of the installation and are forced to immerse themselves in the subject matter. The exhibition is accompanied by a catalogue with texts by Philippe Piguet and Elzbieta Janicka (in Polish, English, and French).

when - Until 18th May
where - Zacheta National Art Gallery, Pl. Malachowskiego 3
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Exhibition: "She-Documentalists"

The exhibition "She-Documentalists – Polish Women Photographers of the 20th Century" will be shown from the 18th of March until the 18th of May at the Zacheta National Gallery of Art. The exhibition will present the works of 50 Polish women documentary photographers and photojournalists, from the late 19th century until the present day. The main themes of the exhibition are topographical documentary photographs as well as social reporting photography, both traditionally masculine fields. It is the goal of the exhibition to present the contributions of the little-known but extremely talented Polish women photographic reporters, such as Zofia Chometowska, Julia Pirotte, Irena Jarosinska, Joanna Helander, Irena Jurkiewicz and Dorota Bilska, whose works will be on show at this exhibition.

when - Until 18th May
where - Zacheta National Art Gallery, Pl. Malachowskiego 3
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Play: Spider's Web

The play "Spider's Web" ("Pajecza Siec") is based on the mystery by famed English crime fiction writer Agatha Christie, and in this incarnation is translated to Polish by Jan Dehnel and Jan Zakrzewski and directed by Wojciech Malajkat. The play premiers in May 2008, and will be showing throughout the month at the Syrena Theatre. Be sure to check the theatre's box office or website for exact dates and times.

when - May
where - Syrena Theatre, ul. Litewska 3
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Exhibition: The Mexican Poster

The Wilanow Poster Museum is turning its eyes towards American's neighbour to the south, Mexico. The exhibition will feature a variety of posters, both contemporary and historic, from Mexico and Mexican artists and graphic designers.

when - Until 15th May
where - Wilanow Poster Museum, ul. St. Kostki Potockiego 10/16
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Exhibition: Mary Kelly, Selected Works 1985-2007

American artist Mary Kelly addresses themes such as sexuality, identity, and historical memory in her works, which often take the form of narrative installations. A selection of her works will be shown from the end of March until the 8th of June at the Centre for Contemporary Art, which includes works from the 80s through her most recent works, including her newest work from 2005-2007, "Love Songs", presented at Kassel. The exhibition will be accompanied by a conference titled: On Fidelity: Art, Politics, Passion and Event.

when - Until 8th June
where - Centre for Contemporary Art, Al. Ujazdowskie 6
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Concert of 18th Century Music

On Tuesday, May 6th at 7 pm in the concert hall of the Warsaw Philharmonic, the Warsaw Symphony in cooperation with the French Embassy in Poland and the French Institute, will present a concert of 18th century music. The cencert features Les Musiciens du Louvre-Grenoble, conducted by Marc Minkowski, and performing Don Juan (ballet music) by Christoph Willibald Gluck, Symphony in B flat Major Hob. I/85 La Reine by Joseph Haydn, and Symphonie imaginaire nr 2 (arr. M. Minkowski) by Jean-Philippe Rameau.

when - 6th May
where - Warsaw Philharmonic, ul. Jasna 5
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Exhibition: Double

Organized by the MCKIS (Mazowia Region Centre of Culture and Arts), the exhibition "Double" will be showcasing the works of artist Diana Fiedler for the first time from the 8th of May until the 12th of June. The artist deals with investigations on the topic of identity, and uses a variety of mediums in her search: drawing, found objects, and video and photo installations.

when - 8th May until 12th June
where - Galeria Foksal, ul. Foksal 1/4
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Concert: The Chopin Soloist

When in Warsaw, one should be sure to catch a performance of the beautiful piano music of Poland's most cherished musical son, Fryderyk Chopin. On Thursday, May 15th at 6 pm, the Warsaw Philharmonic will host the Chopin Soloist, Marek Drewnowski, playing two of Chopin's masterpieces on piano: the Piano Concerto in E Minor Op. 11 and the Piano Concerto in F Minor Op. 21.

when - 15th May
where - Warsaw Philharmonic, ul. Jasna 5
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Concert: Jonathan Davis

Hardcore fans of the band KoRn will instantly recognize the name Jonathan Davis, the vocalist and frontman of the band. On the 20th of May, this charismatic artist will perform solo in Warsaw's Stodola Club. While Davis has played in Poland several times with KoRn, this is the first time the singer will be playing solo here, and fans of KoRn will not want to miss a chance to see Davis presenting a collection of pieces which have never previously been played with the band, including some unpublished favourites of the artists. The concert will begin at 8 pm, and doors open at 6 pm. Tickets are 120 PLN and can be bought online.

when - 20th May
where - Stodola, ul. Batorego 10
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Concert: PJ Harvey

After many previous attempts, one of the most renowned vocalists on the modern rock scene is finally coming to Poland, and her only concert will take place in Warsaw. PJ Harvey will be performing at the Congressional Hall of the Palace of Culture at 8 pm on the 21st of May. The concert is part of her European tour promoting the album "White Chalk". Tickets are priced between 120 and 250 PLN and can be purchased online.

when - 21st May
where - Palace of Culture, Pl. Defilad 1
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