The mini edition.

Brussels - Sculpture Garden
What: From Maillol to Tony Cragg
When: Until Oct 16
Where: Museum Van Buuren

Zurich - Heinz Spoerli stages moZART balllet
What: Ballet's tribute to Mozart
When: Sep 21 (other dates available as well)
Where: Zurich Opera House 

Copenhagen - Renaissance concert at the Castle
What: Renaissance Music
When: Sep 20
Where: Rosenborg Castle built in 1634

London - Kandinsky at the Tate Modern
What: Painting
When: Through Oct 1
Where: Tate Modern 

Photo credit: Jamo

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Paris - The Last of Marilyn Monroe
La Monroe shines an exhibition that gathers the pictures of the two last photosessions of her life:

The 59 exceptional photos in this exhibit capture Marilyn Monroe soon before her death in 1962, aged 36. The photographer, Bert Stern, staged two long shoots on assignment for Vogue magazine. The first shoot, at the Bel-Air Hotel, yielded a series of remarkably sensual nudes, but the magazine decided they were inappropriate and so ordered another session with the bombshell. (Via The Economist)

When: through Oct 30
Where: Fondation Dina Vierny-Musée Maillol, 61 rue de Grenelle, phone +33 (0)1 42 22 59 58  M: Rue de Bac
Check the website for details 

Amsterdam - Gnarls Barkley live in Amsterdam MONDAY NIGHT!
They exist. And they are coming to Europe. The mysterious musical duo that catapulted to internet and then mass market fame are to perform in the flesh... and the blood. If you were addicted to "Crazy", and like the sort of acts that come labeled "Auteur", this is the concert for you. It's probably sold out, but try your luck, someone is bound to be late/sick/no show.
When: Monday August 28
Where: Paradiso, Weteringschans 6-8
Ticket sales 

Madrid - Klimt's Eye for Women
LAST DAYS! Running through Sep 3 is a collection of Klimt drawings of women. The expressionist master drew women in all their guises: old ones, young ones, socialites, prostitutes, dressed, naked, pregnant - and he created an unsettling intimacy that teeters nervously between astute observation and voyeurism.
When: through Sep 3
Where: Fundacion Mapfre Av. General Perón, 40, portal D, 1ª planta  phone + 34 91 581 15 96

Oslo - All Ibsen all the Time
Ibsen plays storm the capital's stages with 17 productions and 12 guest performances. Most of these will be accessible to non Norwegian speakers:

While some of the performances are in the original language and performed by Norwegian companies, most of them are staged by visiting companies, based on translations of Ibsen into other languages. The non-English performances are either subtitled or simultaneously translated by competent translators, so for once language is really not a barrier to appreciating good performances (via What's on When)

When: 24 Aug - 16 Sep
Where: Oslo and Arbiens, check the website for programme and ticket details

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London - Out of the Closet with "Open House"
Ever wondered what those grand, old buildings you pass every day look like from the inside? Now you can sneak inside and experience a frisson of history first hand. For two days in September London's creme de la creme of city architecture will be open to the public: stroll through the Bank of England, the Foreign Office and numerous clubs and Inns.
When: September 16th-17th 2006
Where: All over London
Check the website for more information website

Copenhagen - Mesopotamien sounds at Images of the Middle East Festival
(via the Copenhagen Post)
After the debacle of the Cartoon Affair, Danes are busy rebuilding their (self) image as open minded and curious about other cultures. This August the city opens its doors and numerous venues to music, dance and literature from the Middle East.  

In the hands of Iraqi virtuoso Anwar Abudragh, traditional Middle-Eastern instruments like the oud, daf and dumbak revitalise the poetry of the region for a modern audience.

When: August 23, 9pm
Where: Amager Bio; Øresundsvej 6, Cph Amager; 90kr; Tel: 3286 0200

Barcelona - A pianist at large: Carles Santos at the Fundacio Miro
From Time Out:

An overview of 40-year career of Carles Santos, Catalan pianist, playwright, and all round provocateur. Santos was highly influenced by those avant-garde artists and musicians, such as John Cage, that he discovered on a stint in the States at the end of the sixties, and many of their ideas have formed starting points for his work right up until the present day. This exhibition includes some video works, props he designed for theatrical shows, and his music. If you're lucky, you'll find Santos himself tinkling the ivories in the museum galleries.

Where: Fundació Joan Miró, Parc de Montjuïc s/n phone +34 93 329 1908. Metro Parallel, then bus 61
When:  Through November 5

Berlin - Klaus Maria Brandauer's Three Penny Opera
Legendary actor Brandauer (Mephisto, Out of Africa) tackles the bawdy, cynical and ruthless concoction that is Brecht's Three Penny Opera. Meet Jenny, the whore, Mack the Knife and love struck Polly. Get an emotional headstart by listening to Lotte Lenya's classic rendition of Jenny.
When: Aug 11 – Sep 24
Where: Admiralspalast, Bahnhof Friedrichstraße, Berlin
For tickets phone 01805 - 80 77 96 (only in Germany / 12 cts per min.)

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Copenhagen - Summer Dance Evenings at Police Headquarters
An evening of dance at Copenhagen's Police headquarters? Not as bizarre as it sounds. Tim Rushton, a British choreographer who set roots in Denmark and has since dominated the dance scene with his Dansk Dans Teater. Among his goals was to make dance less elitist and offer a taste of it to the Danish masses. His dream has come true and every year DDT stages Summer Dance in open air locations. As far as police stations go, this one is certainly not run of the mill; it boasts an unusual inner courtyard that is worth a visit with or without dance (see photo above).
When: Aug 7 - 13, 9pm
Where: Police Headquarters Otto Mønsteds Gade 4  1571 København V
Free entry if standing room only, for seats at DKK 45 order at BilletNet  

Paris - Artsy Tabloid Photos
The Musée Jacquemart-André is hosting an Artistes & stars par les photographes de Paris-Match, an exhibition of artist portraits taken straight from the archive of infamous French Tabloid Paris Match. The pictures are billed as "astonishing" and feature a plethora of stars, French and other:

Some of these images have never been displayed previously. Over five decades, the glossy weekly’s photographers have snapped unusual shots of some of the world’s best known and most contemporary artistes. These are photographs of actors, singers, dancers, fashion designers, sculptors, painters, writers and composers as you’ve never seen them - the list of celebrities featured includes Brigitte Bardot, Charlie Chaplin, Jean Gabin, Grace Kelly, Sharon Stone, Lou Doillon, Ray Charles, the Beatles, Edith Piaf, Maria Callas, Kyo, Mariah Carey, Christian Dior, Karl Lagerfeld, Pablo Picasso, Joan Miro, Fernando Botero and Salvador Dali.

When: Opening Aug 14
Where:  Museum Jacquemart-Andre 158, boulevard Haussmann 75008 PARIS

Milano - Duomo by Night
Via The Economist
Tourists can enjoy a dusk view of Milan's pollution engulfed sprawl thanks to extended summer opening hours of the Duomo’s rooftop. Or take a closer look at the rose-coloured marble, fantastic gargoyles and 135 spires. The ascent is made via a spiral staircase, or lift if you don't mind shelling out 2 Euros more.
When: Until August 31st 2006, Wed - Sun 9am to 9pm
Where: Entrance on the left side of the cathedral in front of the Rinascente department store. Tel: +39 (0)2 7202 2656.

Amsterdam - FESTIVAL Zomerstop
Apparently anyone can perform at this festival, no matter their talent or artistic form of expression. The alternative festival of Zomerstop takes place at Desmet Studios and is known for its unpredictability. The festival ends with a party bang this Sunday.
When: until Aug 6
Where: Desmet Studio Plantage Middenlaan 4a 1018 DD
Check the Zomerstop site for how to get there 

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London - Masturbathon?
We'll skip trying to describe this and go straight to the source:

London will be hosting the UK's first "masturbate-a-thon" next month in which hundreds of men and women are expected to pleasure themselves for charity. The setting in Clerkenwell Road, London will feature soft lighting, softer furnishings, relaxing music and solo booths. The sponsored event takes place on August 5 and will raise money for the Terrence Higgins Trust and sexual and reproductive health agency Marie Stopes International.

Charity sanctioned public masturbation anyone?
When: August 5, 2-10pm
Where: Drop Studios First Floor 50-54 Clerkenwell Road London EC1M 5PS  mail@Masturbate-A-Thon.com
More information here

Copenhagen - Piano Hopefuls in Battle
Catch international aspirants to be the next Richter/ Brendel/ Arrau fighting it out in Tivoli's concert hall on Thursday.
When: July 27  8pm
Where: Tivoli; Vesterbrogade 3, Cph Vesterbro; Adm. Fee; Tel: 3315 1001

Milano - Big Fleamarket
Every last Sunday of the month, the Navigli area of Milan transforms into a giant Antique fair; 2 kilometers long, more than 400 merchants. Goodies include everything from furniture, porcelain to jewelry.
When: July 30  9am-6.30pm
Where: Naviglio Grande
See the website for more information 

 
Amsterdam - Fashion stages Laundry Days
If you are looking for an offbeat alternative to more traditional fashion extravaganzas (read Paris, Milan), try the Amsterdam International Fashion Week. The prospectus reads a bit like something spawned by a tourist board, and the whole event probably is the brainchild of one, but the photos of past events posted on Flickr look promising and the organizers promise to mix commerce with creativity. Alongside our catwalk show schedule our programme includes fashion events, lectures, exhibitions, retail initiatives and parties. 
When: July 26 - 31
Where: Amsterdam

Photo Credit: Guido Van Nispen 

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Copenhagen - Summer films
A History of Violence, Walk the Line, Sin City and Good Night and Good Luck are just a taste of the films in the impressive line up of this year's Open Air film season. If the weather manages to be even half as impressive, Copenhageners are in for a real treat.
When: July 8 - 30
Where: Various locations. Check site for more information.

Laughter this year will be supplied by an impressive roster of performers. Alan Carr will impart the audience with his habitual stream of tittle-tattle and gossip in his inimitable camp style, two shows from man of the moment Bill Bailey are certain sell-outs. Another highlight will be former 'Fist of Fun' man Richard Herring.

Milan - Summer Happy Hour for the International Set
Eurocircle, an expat network founded by a plucky Finnish girl living in New York, is organizing another Summer Happy Hour in the Italian fashion capital.  For diverity starved foreign residents, this is the perfect occasion to make a few new international friends.
When: July 19  7:30pm
Where: Utz Food and Motion   Via Solferino 48 MM2 Moscova or Garibaldi and 5 min pleasant walk 
To register visit Eurocircle 

Photo credit: Suncana 

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It's definitely summer! This week's events is a list of top festivals across Europe: 

Copenhagen - Jazz Festival and Summer are back!
Best time of the year to be in Copenhagen; the likelihood of sun & reasonable temperatures is higher than usual and if the weather plays along, you can expect the sunshine to last until late at night, when you emerge from one of the many venues that host the north's biggest jazz festival:

This year's festival program presents several American Jazz icons such as Herbie Hancock, Dianne Reeves, Pat Metheny, Chris Potter, Bill Frisell, Brad Mehldau, John Scofield og Kenny Barron and many others. Furthermore there will be several concerts with African artists. One is the king of vocal from Mali - Salif Keita, another the father of afro beat - Tony Allen and also the singer and bassist Richard Bona will present us for the some of Africa´s best world music.

Several concerts are already sold out.
When: July 7 through 16
Where: Various locations. Check the website for ticket and programme information.

Barcelona - Another Festival hits the Catalan Capital
Barcelona seems to have festivals going at the rate of one every week. The BCN Festival is a concoction of music, dance and theatre with some of its highlights including the very popular Dies de Danza and writer Alessandro Baricco's retelling of the Iliad.
When: June 25 through August 5
Where: Different venues in the city. Check the site for details. 

London - Theo Jansen Gives a Talk
The Dutch artist famous for creating new "life forms" such as his crawling beach animals, is coming to London's Institute of Contemporary Art to chat about his creatures.

Theo Jansen is one of the most extraordinary artists you will ever meet. He studied science at the University of Delft Holland, before becoming an artist and for the last ten years he’s been making a new kind of animal: his Strandbeest are skeletons that walk on the wind. Eventually he wants to put these animals out in herds on the beaches, so they can live their own lives. Jansen will talk about his current exhibition at the ICA. Jansen’s recent lecture at Ars Electronica received a unanimous standing ovation – this talk is not to be missed.

When: Wed July 5,  7pm
Where: Institute of Contemporary Art  The Mall London SW1Y 5AH  phone 020 7930 3647

Milano - Miyazaki Retrospective
If you haven't seen Miyazaki's masterpieces yet, this is not to be missed: Milan is putting on 8 movies of the Japanese animation master, including the incredible Chihiro (ran this Sunday, but catch his earlier films the rest of the week). The show will run at Milan's cinematheque and include live concerts of the various film scores. Milan is heating up, so spending a few evenings in a cool movie theatre may just be the right thing.
When: July 1 -9
Where: Cineteca Italiana/ Spazio Oberdan, Viale Vittorio Veneto 2 phone 02.7740.6300
For programme details check the site, but be aware; all in Italian. 

Athens - Hellenic Festival takes off
This event doesn't even need great programming - the setting beats everything: Athen's nearly 2000 year old amphitheatre Odeon of Herodes Atticus, nestled at the foot of the Acropopolis. It doesn't get better than this, or maybe it does: this year the theatre will host performances by Tanztheater Wuppertal / Pina Bausch, singers Diana Krall and Liza Minnelli, and Philip Glass' La Belle et La Bete.
When: July 1 - 31
Where: Herodes Atticus Theatre Athens  information number +30 210 92.82.900 or the booking number +30 2103272.000 email info@greekfestival.gr
Check the programme 

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Amsterdam - Nudes galore at HUP Gallery
Le cool recommends catching the Dutch Nudes photography exhibition at HUP this summer - save it for a rainy day when you can contemplate the human form removed from the obligatory beach.
When: June 8 through August 30
Where: Tesselschadestraat 15 phone +31 (0)20 515 85 89
Details on the website

Zurich - Culture Feast at the Zurich Festival
Music, ballet, theatre, dance, it's the usual big mix of culture rolled into weeks of performances across urban stages. This year the highlights range from Shostakovitch and Mozart concerts to a production of Woyzeck. A special treat includes famed choregrapher Heinz Spoerli's take on Bronislava Nijinsky's (Nijinsky's sister) Les Noces.
When: June 16 through July 9
Where: Various locations, check the official site for tickets and directions

Milano - Watch Capote under starry summer sky
The open air movie season starts, opening on Sunday with Syriana and moving on other critically acclaimed fare, including Capote and Polanski's Oliver Twist. The Vivi Milano website has the full details in Italian only, but movie titles and show times are fairly straightforward in any language.
When: June 27, 9:30pm
Where: Società Umanitaria, via Daverio 7 phone 02.43.91.27.69
Cost: Eur 5.50

Following acclaimed productions of Coriolanus and Titus Andronicus, The Edges of Rome theatre season at Shakespeare's Globe continues with Antony & Cleopatra directed by Dominic Dromgoole. (....) Shakespeare's great tragic figure, Cleopatra, will be played by Frances Barber - an actress herself famed for "infinite variety". Nicholas Jones will play Antony whose recent theatre work includes Polonius in Hamlet at the Old Vic (2004). With designs by Mike Britton and music by Keith McGowan and Belinda Sykes, the production is influenced by Jacobean staging, clothing and music. For information or booking please follow this link.

Director Andy Kimpton-Nye eschews an exhaustive analysis of Jarman’s life and oeuvre (which could never fit into sixty minutes, anyway) to proffer a breezy survey of the director’s childhood and a joyful appreciation of his career. In lieu of Jarman’s own words, we are treated to the witty and insightful reminiscences of collaborators including actors Tilda Swinton and Nigel Terry and producer James MacKay.

The exhibit marks the 25th anniversary of the return of Pablo Picasso’s famous Guernica painting (pictured) to Spain from New York’s MOMA, an event that signified the country’s triumph over political unrest. Although Picasso completed the painting in 1937 during the Spanish Civil War, he lent it to the New York museum with the understanding that it would be sent home to Spain when citizens were given democratic rights.

The show features over 100 Picasso works spanning all stages of his career, as well as major works from other artists working at the same time period as Picasso. The Museo del Prado showcases the bulk of the work done by other artists, while the Reina Sofia places more emphasis on Guernica and its legacy. Many of the paintings are on loan from other museums. For some, it is the first time in decades that they have appeared anywhere in Europe. (Via Travel Post Insider)

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London - Nixon in China plays at London Coliseum
The English National Opera is staging Peter Sellars' production of the John Adams opera Nixon in China. The first revival sees the return of music director Paul Daniel as conductor, James Maddalena as Richard Nixon, and Janis Kelly as Pat Nixon. The rest of the cast include newcomers Mark Stone as Chou-en-lai, Roland Wood as Henry Kissinger and Adrian Thompson as Mao Tse-tung. Read an interview with composer John Adams or brush up on US-China relations.
When: Opens June 14 , check here for other dates
Where: London Coliseum, St Martin's Lane, London, Greater London, London Region WC2N 4ES, England phone: 0870 145 0200 (Box Office: UK only)

Basel – International Art Lovers flock to Art Basel Fair
The New York Times calls Art Basel "the Olympics of the Art World": 300 leading art galleries from 30 countries will present 20th and 21st century art works from over 2000 artists. The show includes paintings, sculptures, drawings, installations, photographs and editions as well as video and digital art, and promises to cover "the full spectrum of modern and contemporary art: from the great masters of modern art to the latest generation of artists."
When: June 14 to June 18, daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m
Where: Messe Basel, check the website for more details

Barcelona - Eclectic Sounds of Music at Sonar 2006
The international festival of advanced music and multimedia art hits the Catalan capital. Sonar is a meeting ground for Electronic music and dance professionals of all stripes, but this year's programme showcases emerging artists in the Netherlands among others. We make money not art blog talks about preparing this year's digital art section. Full programme here.
When: June 15, 16, 17
Where: Various venues

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Amsterdam - Holland Festival
This June Amsterdam turns into a one month long extravagant potpourri of theater, music, literature, film and dance: 90 performances in 22 days. Most shows are free and are staged in foyers and cafes, but check the programme to make sure. Free weekly culture calendar Le Cool recommends Nightwatching, Peter Greenaway's exploration of Rembrandt's eponymous painting as a piece of theatre on film.
When: June 2 to 25
Where: Various locations
See website 

 
London - Chipp Kid lectures at D & AD
Random House Assiocate Director Chip Kidd is credited with  "revolutionizing" American book packaging. He spent 20 years at the top of the book world shaping jacket design, but is also a writer, editor-at-large besides being an iconic graphic artist. Catch what the US graphics guru has to say at the Royal Geographic Society.
When: June 14, 7pm
Where: Royal Geographic Society   1 Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AR  Nearest tube: South Kensington
More information here 

 
Paris - Flickr Parisian International Meeting
Paris based Flickr members are concocting a real-life, offline meeting for the Paris Flickr group that should last about a week! In the words of the organizer:

I was getting excited at the idea that some of the best photographers and/or nicest people from this community would be at the same place at the same time. So, I gathered some of the best photographers and nicest people from flickr living in Paris and area to organize the event and administrate this group. The idea is to propose a real good touristic/photographic/cultural/fun programme during that week.

The official programme is posted on the Flickr website and seems to include everything from warm up drinks in bars to a Versailles visit.
When: June 17 to 25
Where: Paris - See programme for details

 
Madrid: Book Fair in the Park
Madrid city blog Mad about Madrid recommends the annual Madrid Book Fair as an event worth checking out. Located in the Retiro park, the fair hosts 300 events in addition to hundreds of book stands. The main language is Spanish, but book fans might want to get a piece of the literary action regardless.
When: Until June 11
Where: Madrid, Retiro Park
Visit the official website 

 
Milano - Rolling Stones open European leg of Bigger Bang Tour
The venerable rock band has announced its new tour dates - after being forced to cancel much of their European concert dates due to Keith Richards falling from a tree and injuring his head. The band is kicking off its Bigger Bang Tour in Milano, so make sure you buy the staggeringly high priced tickets before they are sold out.
When: June 22, (also on July 11)
Where: Milan San Siro
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Stockholm - British Filmmaker Isaac Julien at Gallery Brändström & Stene
Extreme expeditions is the theme of this summer's installation. The gallery will show Julien's two films True North and Fantôme Afrique, a study in opposites. The first documents an Arctic expedition of 1909 and the desolation of Polar ice caps, the second lingers on the arid land stretches of rural Burkina Faso. For more details read this entry or visit the gallery's website.
When: Through July 7, 2006.
Where: Hudiksvallsgatan 6 S-113 30 Stockholm phone: +46 8 660 41 53

Berlin - Egypt's Sunken Treasures at Martin Gropius Bau
Artefacts recovered from three sunken cities are on show for the first time since being fished out of the water off the coast of modern Alexandria. 500 objects spanning 1600 years, including several monumental statues, are on display at Berlin's Gropius museum, in what looks to be Europe's next blockbuster exhibition. Almost as interesting as the actual art on display are the videos and insights into the work of divers and marine archeologists. Beware of long queues on weekends. Bonus: A stretch of the Berlin wall with a temporary exhibition is right next door to the museum.
When: Through September 4, 2006
Where: Martin-Gropius-Bau Niederkirchnerstraße 7 10963 Berlin phone: +49 30 25 486-227
Check the website for more information

Copenhagen - Distortion Festival for Party Goers
Basically it's about partying and electronica. The grand finale party will last 29 hours and jump from location to location. This year the partying will also include dinners in crazy places (under a bridge) and mega raves to "burning hot music". If you're into this sort of thing and like to meld with thousands of expensively underdressed Danes with teased hair and the obligatory beer bottle in one hand, you shouldn't miss Distortion. Don't get too drunk.
When: Wednesday May 31 to Sunday June 4
Where: Various locations
Distortion website

Sevilla - Flamenco Museum Opens its Doors
Sevilla's Museo del Baile Flamenco was inaugurated on April 1st (!), but the new museum is no joke: legendary dancer and film star and muse Cristina Hoyos will be overseeing permanent and temporary exhibits, and direct the integrated flamenco dance center. The center offers classes in small sizes, so after taking in the history of Flamenco, you might want to try some of the famous wrist and head flicking...
When: -
Where: Calle Manuel Rojas Marcos, 3 phone: 00 34 954 34 03 11 email: info@museoflamenco.com
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Florence - Cantine Aperte, wine tasting for everyone
Well, not exactly Florence, but rather all over Tuscany. Join the annual pilgrimage of wine tasters and get out of the city and into the vineyards. Tuscan vineyards open their doors to wine connoisseurs and the "just plain curious" for the duration of a brief weekend. Tank up on the finest grapes, fresh air and sunshine. Expect plenty of company: last year the event drew 1 million aficionados to 800 participating vineyards!
When: 10am to 6pm, 27-28 May 2006 (Starts final Saturday of every May)
Where: All over Tuscany. Consult local tourist offices or visit the Cantine Aperte site for details or phone +39 055 233 20.

Copenhagen - Extravaganza, a mix of modern dance pieces at the Royal Theatre
The Danish Royal Theatreis primarily known as the home of the balletic Bournonville tradition, but this week you can catch the Royal Ballet performing works by 3 upcoming and established choreographers. Marketed as modern romanticism, the mix of dance pieces features choreography by Chinese sensation Yuan Yuan Wang, leading French choreographer Angelin Preljocaj, and Dane Anna Laerkesen. Unsold tickets can be purchased in person on the day of performance at a 50% discount at the Box Office from 4 pm.
When: 8pm, through May 24
Where: Royal Danish Theatre, Old Stage, Kongens Nytorv, box office phone +45 33 69 69 69

Barcelona - Sara Baras puts on Sabores
A catwalk model turned Flamenco star, Sara Baras has managed to vow even Spanish critics, nabbing the National Prize for Dance in 2003. Her new piece, Sabores, earned rave reviews from the notoriously fastidious Parisian audience, when it premiered in the French capital.
Where: Teatre Tivoli, C/Casp 8, Eixample Metro Urquinaona, phone +34 93 412 20 63
When: Until May 28 (except Mondays) 9.30pm Tue-Fri, 6.30pm Sat, 7pm Sun
Cost: €12-€48

Stockholm - College of Fine Arts Graduation Exhibition
Wednesday sees the opening of this year’s the Royal University College of Fine Arts’ [Kungl.Konsthögskolan] Graduation Exhibition in Stockholm.
When: May 24 - June 11. Tues-Fridays 11:00-17:00. Saturday & Sundays 12:00-16:00
Where: Fredsgatan 12, Stockholm
Check the website for more information 

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Brussels - Jazz Marathon
3 days, 400 artists, 125 free concerts; the Brussels jazz fest draws aficionados from all over Europe and beyond, who come to enjoy a weekend of music extravaganza. Performances are scheduled to take place in the city's main squares (Grand Place, place du Sablon, place Ste-Catherine & place Fernand Cocq) and in 50 venues, clubs and hotels.
When: May 19, 20, 21
Where: Check programme for details

London - i-D Boss Terry Jones lecture at D&AD
Terry Jones, founder & editor-in-chief of cult fashion magazine i-D to lecture about beating a path to the top of the fashionistas' crowded agendas. From the website: "A revolutionary statement in the world of fashion and youth magazines, i-D started life in 1980 as a home produced stapled-together fanzine with a distinctive approach to ‘instant design’. Fast forward twenty five years and i-D is a household name, widely imitated and still hugely influential." Attend if you want to ask Mr. Jones how he plans to remain influential.
When: 16 May 2006, 7pm - 8.30pm
Where: Logan Hall, 20 Bedford Way, London WC1H 0AL Nearest tube: Russell Square
Website

Madrid - Mixer and Brunch at Petit Bistro
EuroCircle, an informal forum for European professionals & Europhiles, is hosting a Sunday brunch at one of Madrid's top brunch places. If you're new to Madrid, this is a great way to meet locals and seasoned expats. If you're a local or if you've been living in Madrid for a while, this is a way to meet new people. Registration required.
When: May 21, 12:00pm
Where: Le Petit Bistro, Plaza de Matute, 5 Madrid DISTRITO: Centro METRO: Antón Martín Madrid MA
Sign up here (and let them know Shortcut sent you)

Reykjavik - Arts Festival 2006
It seems like every city these days has marathon festivals going on at all times. Iceland certainly caught the trend early, with its 20 year tradition of putting on a Spring show across artistic disciplines. This year the focus is on music - eclectic mix includes three new operas, a (Harold) Pinter seminar, a Bulgarian women's choir and "visiting Italian artists" set to enliven the screening of Fellini's La Strada.
When: Until June 2nd
Where: Check the programme

Lisboa - Frida Kahlo at Centro Cultural de Belem

Hyped as the most complete exhibition of Frida Kahlo's work of the last decades. See for yourself and report back.
When: Until May 21
Where: Centro Cultural de Belem, Praça do Império - 1499-003 Lisboa
More on the website (check front page for English PDF)

Zurich - Exhibit: After the Curfew
Zurich contributor Julie recommends catching “After the Curfew”, an exhibit of the work of three Iraqi artists (Wathiq Al-Ameri, Wamidh Al-Ameri, and Ali Al-Fatlawi) who fled their home country during the regime of Saddam Hussein. She writes: After a long and difficult journey through Jordan, Sudan, and Libya, they eventually came to Switzerland and settled in the region around Zurich.

The exhibit takes place at platform elf, included paintings, mixed-media pieces, video installations, and a performance piece. The works address the current state of Iraq as a country at war, although somehow in a less graphic way than we expected. I really enjoyed the show, and would recommend it to anyone who has a chance to see it before its closing on May 13th.
When: May 12, 20:30pm
Where: Platform Elf

 
Pisa - Future Fashion Event
Head to Pisa if you want to find out what you'll be wearing in the not so distant future! Dedicated to exploring how science and technology affect aspects of everyday life and culture, the three day event will feature art installations, performances and a technology intensive Fashion Show. Expect artists, speakers and designers from Italy, USA, France and UK to congregate for the event.
When: May 20, 21
Where: Stazione Leopolda, Pisa
More information 

 
Berlin - Achtung Berlin Film Awards
Local film festival and industry schmooze fest, Achtung Berlin is returning to town showcasing the German metropolis through the eyes of homegrown and foreign talent. This year the festival is broadening its scope with a Hungarian film programme as part the new Metropoles of the World series. It's also the occasion to get a glimpse of this year's nominated film newcomers in the festival's First Step competition. Deadline for accreditation is May 5.
When: May 11 - 17
Where: Hackesche Höfe Filmtheater
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Amsterdam - Exhibition Beijing / Immigrants in China
(via le cool: sign up for weekly Amsterdam events)
Contemporary Beijing through the lens of Yee Ling Tang. Get a feel for the Chinese in their natural habitat. Images of youngsters during their night out; clubbing, dancing, drinking and having fun. Photos of those who live in Hutongs. But also works, which show the contrast between the poor and the more Western-oriented rich.
When: until May 28, Wed-Sun 13:00-20:00
Where: Melkweg Galerie, Marnixtraat 409, phone 020-5318181
Free