A rich collection of colorful Bulgarian circus posters showing the 125-year-long history of the Bulgarian circus art can be seen in the "Rayko Alexiev" gallery in Sofia. The reason for the exhibition is an anniversary of the first performance of..
In 1905, Chicago attorney Paul Harris met with three friends to discuss a concept. Twenty-seven years later, the idea of humanity, honesty and selflessness reached Bulgaria, where the first Rotary Club was founded in 1933. Banned twice - in 1941..
This year marks the 85 th anniversary of the birth of Bulgarian opera singer Nicola Ghuiselev and the 60 th anniversary of the stage debut of the famous Bulgarian basso. On this occasion, an exhibition of paintings by Nicola..
The National Museum of Military History in Sofia celebrates its 105th anniversary with a special program this weekend. The beginning of the festive programme coincides with the European initiative Night of Museums on July 3. Between 11 a.m...
Svishtov marked the 144 th anniversary of its liberation with three days of various initiatives, including cultural events. The culmination of the celebrations was a military ritual held at the Pametnitsite (monuments) locality. A concert..
The Day of the Bulgarian Army, the Orthodox and folklore St. George's Day, the 6 th day of May adds yet another reason for celebration for music lovers around the world - on this date, 80 years ago, the great Bulgarian opera singer Ghena..
70 years ago, exactly on the International Labour Day, was the first concert of the State Folklore Ensemble which today bears the name of its founder Philip Kutev. The decree on its creation was issued much earlier, but it took months to..
It is a privilege to know and meet Verka Siderova whose songs bring great happiness to generations of Bulgarians. Her name is included in music textbooks and she has left a lasting mark in the history of the “Filip Kutev” National Folklore..
Residents of Sofia and guests to the city can enjoy a photo exhibition from the largest archipelago on earth as they walk in the Crystal Garden . Entitled "Wonders of Indonesia", the exotic photos take us to sunnier and warmer latitudes...
In 2021 the oldest music academy in this country marks its 100 th anniversary. This remarkable occasion is celebrated with a rich program of major and related events as preparations started last year. We learned more from Prof...
