Urma / Legacy, Dorian Boguță’s notable directorial debut, at the Romanian Cinematheque
The Romanian Cinematheque returns with the British premiere of Urma / Legacy, in an exclusive online event introduced by Moldovan-born, Romanian-based actor-director Dorian Boguţă. The thriller, which received the Romanian Film Days award for debut at the Transilvania
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
“WHO IS ROMANIA” Series
The Romanian Cultural Institute in London will release the unique mini-series “Who is Romania”, to create visibility and awareness in Britain for extraordinary Romanian personalities and to promote Romania in an innovative manner. “Who is Romania” are 7 short engaging
Launch of The Romanian Riveter
The Romanian Cultural Institute will be hosting the launch of The Romanian Riveter, the first British literary magazine dedicated to Romanian literature, on Wednesday 30 September. The event will include presentations, readings and discussions around the featured authors,
Impassioned Pianist Morta Grigaliūnaitė Opens the “Enescu Concerts” Season 2020-2021
Our much-admired concert series, the “Enescu Concerts”, returns on 1st October, in a format that combines the brilliance of old times with the rigours of the new normal. The opening recital will welcome Lithuanian pianist and George Enescu enthusiast Morta Grigaliūnaitė,
Salut! RCI London's Online Romanian Classes are Back
More than 500 people signed up for the first module of the online Romanian language classes which ran between May and July and we are delighted to announce that we are back this autumn. We are again inviting adults and children alike to discover the beauty of our Romance
Open House – A Warm Welcome Back
As the world is taking cautious steps towards the ‘new normal’ in the wake of the pandemic by reopening venues and cultural spaces, we follow in with our first public event after lockdown. The Romanian Cultural Institute is delighted to be reopening its doors and welcoming
‘TIME FOR CHANGE’: Romanian Designers Debut at London Design Festival
We are delighted to announce that seven Romanian designers will be participating at the London Design Festival taking place between 12-20 September. Romania’s first collaboration with the festival is presented under the title ‘Time for Change’, in a partnership with
Dispatches Across the Continent - Contemporary Journalistic Accounts of Romania's Most Important Hours
“Dispatches across the Continent - Contemporary journalistic accounts of Romania's most important hours” is the series that makes you an eyewitness of the tumultuous and surprising history of modern Romania starting with its emergence as a national state in the
“I Miss You” by Ana Blandiana read by Anamaria Marinca
To mark the Romanian Language Day, we invited BAFTA winner Anamaria Marinca to bring you a page from a leading contemporary writer. Her selection is Ana Blandiana's compelling text I Miss You (Mi-e dor) about the complex relationship with one's country. The essay
Olivier Award Winner Francesca Velicu Dances on Paul Constantinescu's Masterpiece
Francesca Velicu, First Artist of the English National Ballet, graced us with her presence in 1 Belgrave Square and performed Toccata, choreographed by Nancy Osbaldeston. RCI’s Brâncuși Gallery welcomed the award-winning Romanian ballerina performing a short piece on
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