ROMANIA ROCKS: Romanian-British Literature Festival
ROMANIA ROCKS* is a joyfully original festival of Romanian-British literary events, initiated by the Romanian Cultural Institute in London and featuring the best and brightest “rock star authors” from both countries in conversation about the literature and ideas that
Pianist Daria Tudor & cellist Constantin Borodin (IMO Duo) mark Enescu’s birthday with spectacular recitalIMO Duo) mark Enescu’s birthday with spectacular recital
An exceptional recital celebrating George Enescu, whom cellist Pablo Casals described as “the greatest musical phenomenon since Mozart”, will take place on 19 August, the composer’s birthday. The concert was given by IMO Duo - pianist Daria Tudorand cellist Constantin
Mihail Sebastian's “The Star with no Name” published into English in the translation of Gabi Reigh
We are delighted to announce the publication into English of “The Star with no Name”, Mihail Sebastian's most popular play, first published and performed in 1944. Mihail Sebastian is best known to the British public as the author of the haunting interwar masterpiece
Enescu Series: Harp, Violin and Piano Concert with Clara Garde and Marie-Bénédicte Cohu
Our popular “Enescu Concerts” Series continues in March with a gala recital by violinist and harpist Clara Garde, together with pianist Marie-Bénédicte Cohu. The two are renowned for ”their natural playing, their beautiful sound and their technical mastery” (Les
In Memoriam Mihnea Constantinescu
The Embassy of Romania in the United Kingdom and the Romanian Cultural Institute in London invite you to discover one of the most important personalities of post-communist Romania, the diplomat Mihnea Constantinescu. Mihnea Constantinescu (1961-2018) was the senior civil
A Celebration of the Romanian Artistic Community in the UK on the National Culture Day (Panel and Exhibition)
We mark Romania's National Culture Day with a special event that celebrates the vibrant Romanian artistic community in the UK. Come and meet the artists featured in RCI's Twelve Months, Twelve Creators programme, discover the fascinating stories of much-admired
Violinist Adriana Cristea and pianist Mina Beldimănescu open the 'Enescu Concerts' Series 2019-2020
The Romanian Cultural Institute resumes its ever-popular 'Enescu Concerts' Series with a spectacular recital offered by violinist Adriana Cristea and pianist Mina Beldimănescu, two brilliant young musicians who completed their studies at prestigious music schools
'Everybody in Our Family' + Q&A with Șerban Pavlu at the Romanian Cinematheque
We are pleased to celebrate the world premiere release on Blu-ray of Radu Jude’s ‘Everybody in Our Family’, with a special screening in the presence of lead actor Șerban Pavlu. The event is part of our Romanian Cinematheque programme and is organised in partnership
Pianist Andrei Licareț in the Enescu Concerts Series
Our guest musician in this month’s ever-popular “Enescu Concerts” Series is charismatic pianistAndrei Licareț, whose “rich artistic maturity and depth go beyond the boundaries of a simple ability” (L'Unione Sarda). With a programme of beloved works spanning
Hailing the Female Gaze: A Focus on Women Directors at the Romanian Cinematheque
This spring, the Romanian Cinematheque continues with a season of screenings that celebrate female creativity. Six original women directors - Anca Damian, Monica Lăzurean-Gorgan, Ivana Mladenovic, Adina Pintilie, Iulia Ruginăand IoanaUricaru- and their applauded films
Legendary Pianist Radu Lupu Bewitches Southbank Centre
Romanian-born Radu Lupu CBE, widely recognised as one of the greatest pianists of our time, makes a highly anticipated London appearance this winter. The musician, hailed for his pianistic magic (The Guardian), joins the Philharmonia Orchestra and Grammy Award-winning conductor
Ioan Nemțoi: Sculpture in Glass
RCI’s Brâncuşi Gallery at 1 Belgrave Square shines a spotlight on glass for a special exhibition signed by Ioan Nemțoi, one of Romania’s most acclaimed contemporary artists. Often called ‘the Brâncuşi that works in glass’, the artist will inaugurate the exhibition