Exhibition: Have fun with Einstein!

The exhibition prepared by the Italian Museo Tridentino di Scienze Naturali in a cooperation with Trent University's physicists has already been shown in the United States, China and many European countries, where it was very well received not only by the public, but also by the critics. The exhibition shows the genius physicist Albert Einstein's revolutionary theories. It also gives a wide perspective on the most important scientific studies of the 19th and 20th century. The exhibition is being shown in the Palace of Culture and Science (on the 2nd, 6th and 30th floors). It presents over 50 installations, interactive stations and informative panels. All of you science maniacs can catch it until the 15th of September.

when - Until 15th September
where - Palace of Culture and Science, pl. Defilad 1
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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: 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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Another City, Another Life

The "Another City, Another Life" project takes a look at the transformation of Warsaw's public spaces and compares them to other post-communist cities in Europe. A mix of incomplete socialist modernisation and modern-day market forces have transformed Warsaw's urban spaces into what they are today, for better or worse. The project also focuses on the function of art in the shaping of these spaces.

when - Until 31st July
where - Zacheta National Art Gallery, Pl. Malachowskiego 3
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Exhibition: Dada East?

The exhibition "Dada East? Romanian Contexts of Dadaism" explores the Dada movement's Romanian roots through the works of three main artists: Marcel Janco, Tristan Tzara and Arthur Segal. In addition to looking at Dadaism's past, the exhibition aims to analyse the influences of the movement on the contemporary cultural scene in Romania, looking at contemporary artists' reactions to the historical Dada movement.

when - Until 29th June
where - Zacheta National Art Gallery, Pl. Malachowskiego 3
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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 - Until 12th June
where - Galeria Foksal, ul. Foksal 1/4
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Exhibition: Marked Places 08

Janusz Baldyga presents his video recordings, installations, urban happenings documentation, drawings and paintings, objects, movies and art happenings in the Centre for Contemporary Art. The exhibition's title, "Miejsca znaczone 08" ("Marked Places 08"), comes from the fact that Baldyga mainly uses a backdrop of municipal public areas for his pieces, making use of historically-related symbols and visual stereotypes, while trying to make his messages as universal as possible.

when - Until 18th June
where - Centre for Contemporary Art, Al. Ujazdowskie 6
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Revues at Teatr Sabat

Singing, dancing and beautiful women! A real treat for those of you who love revue. It can also be an unforgettable experience for those who've never been to a revue show before - who knows, you might end up loving it. This June the Sabat Theatre presents three different revue spectacles called "Kisses from the World", "Europe Together" and "Revue...My Love". You can take your pick or go to all of them! If you do, you won't be sorry, because the Sabat Theatre is so much more than just a theatre. There is a great cafe and restaurant in the venue. On the night of the show everyone gets a free drink and desserts are served after the spectacle. If you don't want to watch people dance, you can dance yourself - every Friday and Saturday at 10:30 pm you're most welcome to take part in a dance which has the unforgettable atmosphere of Parisian Bohemia. Sounds encouraging? We think so.

when - 5th, 7th, 10th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 26th, 27th and 28th June
where - Teatr Sabat, ul. Foksal 16
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Warsaw Philharmonic presents...

Gustav Mahler: Symphony No. 2 in C Minor - Resurrection. Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir, conducted by Antoni Wit, are going to perform one of Mahler's most ravishing symphonies. Wioletta Chodowicz and Malgorzata Walewska will be performing the soprano and mezzo soprano parts. It's the last concert of the Philharmonic this season and it looks like a really good one, too. The concert starts at 7:30 pm, and tickets are 20, 25, 30, 35 and 40 zloty.

when - 6th and 7th June
where - Warsaw Philharmonic, ul. Jasna 5
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Concert: Macy Gray

Playing in Warsaw for the third time, r'n'b artist Macy Gray will perform at the giant Sowinskiego Park Amphitheatre. The concert starts at 8 pm, but the venue will be open from 6:30, so get there early if you have a standing spot! Tickets are between 110 and 160 zloty.

when - 15th June
where - Sowinskiego Park Amphitheatre, ul. Elekcyjna 17
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1st Warsaw Jewish Congress

The 1st Warsaw Jewish Congress will take place on the Warsaw University campus, and is organized by the Historic Institute, the Hebrew Institute, and the Centre for the Study and Education on Jewish Works and Culture in Poland at the Warsaw University. The various conferences will discuss such topics as the history of Jews in Poland, Polish Jews after World War II, Jewish art in the 19th and 20th centuries, stereotypes and anti-Semitism, and even "Yiddishland."

when - 16th until 18th June
where - Warsaw University
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14th International Jazz at the Old Town Square Festival

This event is one of Poland's most praised and most attended jazz festivals. Last year three to four thousands people gathered in the Old Town Square to listen to some of the most famous jazz stars in the world. It's also one of the longest European jazz festivals ever, and presents various jazz styles such as mainstream, swing, fusion, modern jazz, Klezmer jazz, Latin, "third set" and world jazz. Its undeniable advantage is the fact that it's open to the public who can enjoy their favourite jazz musicians for free. The detailed programme hasn't been announced yet, but check back on www.warsaw-life.com for updates!

when - 28th June until 30th August
where - Old Town Square, Warsaw
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Warsaw Summer Jazz Days

One of the most famous jazz festivals in Poland presents musicians from all over the world, who will perform in numerous venues in Warsaw such as the Congressional Hall, the National Philharmonic, Krolikarnia Palace, Torwar Arena, the Traffic Club, as well as the square in front of the main entrance to the Palace of Culture and Science and the building's inner courtyard (Lapidarium). The festival has been going on since 1992 and is one of the most popular events in Warsaw's summer calendar. A full programme of the event will be available from the Tourist Office prior to the event. We can only promise that the Pat Metheny Trio, Brandford Marsalis Quartet, Anna Maria Jopek, Leszek Mozdzer and Bobby McFerrin will be there. The tickets are quite expensive but it's definitely worth it!

when - 28th June until 19th July
where - Throughout Warsaw
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