Events in Riga JANUARY | FEBRUARY | MARCH 2017 European Region of Gastronomy 2017

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www.rigagauja.lv EVENTS IN RIGA JANUARY / FEBRUARY / MARCH 2017

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2 January Events

17 February Events

28 March Events

40 List of venue addresses

RIGA TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRES At the Riga Tourist Information Centre (Rātslaukums 6), you can receive more information, as well as tickets to most of the events mentioned.

Rātslaukums 6. Phone: +371 67037900 Kaļķu iela 16. Phone: +371 67227444 Riga International Coach Terminal Prāgas iela 1. Phone: +371 67220555

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This information has been prepared on 27.11.2016. The Riga Tourism Development Bureau is not responsible for any changes made by event organisers. On national holidays (01.01.2016), certain locations may be closed or have shortened working hours. Cover photo by Aleksandrs Kendenkovs. EVENT CALENDAR

Date Time Event Venue Pg. 9:00-20:00 Life is about playing – vintage toy’s National Library of 08.10.-08.01. (I-V), 10:00- 6 exhibition Latvia 17:00 (VI-VII) 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00- Exhibition "The Silk Road. Ancient Art Museum "Riga 22.10.-08.01. 20:00 (V), 6 Chinese Art" Bourse" 10:00-18:00 (VI-VII) 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00- National History 26.10.-30.03. 20:00 (V), Exhibition "Gloves, Mittens" 32 Museum of Latvia 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00- Exhibition "Version - Latvians: National History 27.10.-17.09. 20:00 (V), Latvian Ethnographic Exhibition 32 Museum of Latvia 10:00-17:00 of 1896" (VI-VII) 11:00-17:00 Riga Museum of (II, IV, V, VI, Exhibit. The 70s and the Practicality 02.11.-15.01. Decorative Arts and 6 VII), 11:00- of Beauty Design 19:00 (III) 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00- Juris Dimiters' solo exhibit Latvian National 17.11.-29.01. 20:00 (V), "Priekškara paslēpes"/"Hiding Behind 6 Museum of Art 10:00-17:00 the Curtain" (VI-VII) 11:00-18:00 Art exhibit. Ilze Avotiņa. "Pūķa Gallery Daugava, 23.11.-07.01. 6 (II-VI) Dvēsele" Ausekļa Street 11:00-21:00 26.11.-06.01. Old Town Christmas Fair Dome Square 7 (I-VII) 27.11.-06.01. Christmas fair in Esplanāde Esplanade 7

29.01.-08.01. Christmas Fair on Līvu Square Līvu Square 7 9:00-20:00 National Library of 30.11.-27.08. (I-V), 10:00- Exhibition "Secret Life of Advertising" 32 Latvia 17:00 (VI-VII) 11:00-18:00 (II, III, V), National Museum of Kristiāns Brekte. Solo exhibit 02.12.-12.02. 11:00-20:00 Art exhibition space 20 "Arsenāls" (IV), 12:00- "Arsenāls" 17:00 (VI, VII) 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00- Latvian National 03.12.-05.02. 20:00 (V), Art exhibit. Juris Boiko. "Salt Crystals" 20 Museum of Art 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00- Exhibit. " Pastels and Drawings". Latvian National 07.12.-25.01. 20:00 (V), 7 Felicita Pauļuka (1925-2014) Museum of Art 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) The way through the Christmas 09.12.-08.01. Riga 8 Trees 2016 10:00-18:00 Contemporary Jewellery exhibition 14.12.-27.02. (I-V), 11:00- Putti Art Gallery 20 "Magical tale in grandfather`s beard" 17:00 (VI) 18.12.-29.01. 16:00-19:00 Winter Nights at Riga Zoo Riga Zoo 8 9:00-20:00 Exhibit. "Popular Culture in Latvia at National Library of 20.12.-26.02. (I-V), 10:00- 20 the Turn of the Century (19th-20th) Latvia 17:00 (VI-VII) Latvian Ethnographic 26.12.-08.01. 15:00-20:00 Light reflections in the winter twilight 8 Open-air Museum 01.01.-31.03. 10:00-16:00 Winter at Riga Zoo Riga Zoo 22

01.01.-31.03. 10:00-18:00 Osteo's Stories at the Zoo Riga Zoo 22

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Date Time Event Venue Pg. Museum of the 11:00-17:00 Exhibition "Anton Buchholtz (1848– 01.01.-12.02. History of Riga and 22 (III-VII) 1901): numismatist and collector" Navigation Museum of the 11:00-17:00 Exhibition "The Dom Museum ― 01.01.-30.12. History of Riga and 32 (III-VII) Temple for Science and Art" Navigation Museum of the 11:00-17:00 Museum of the History of Riga and 01.01.-30.12. History of Riga and 33 (III-VII) Navigation: Recent acquisitions Navigation Museum of the 11:00-17:00 Exhibition: Silver cup "21st Century 01.01.-30.12. History of Riga and 33 (III-VII) Renaissance" Navigation Museum of the 11:00-17:00 Exhibition. Spotlight on a Special 01.01.-30.12. History of Riga and 33 (III-VII) Item from the Museum Collection Navigation Hullabaloo/Jampadracis Latvian 01.01. 12:00 Dzintari Forest Park 8 style 01.01. 19:00 Organ music concert at Riga Dome Riga Dome Cathedral 9 The European Region of Gastronomy 01.01.-31.12. Riga 8 2017 "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 02.01. 12:00 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 03.01. 12:00 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes Latvian National 03.01. 19:00 Opera "La Traviata" 9 Opera and Ballet 03.01. 19:30 Riga "Dinamo" HC, Season #9 Arena Riga 9 "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 04.01. 12:00 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes 04.01. 19:00 Organ music concert at Riga Dome Riga Dome Cathedral 9 Ballet Performance "Karlsson is Latvian National 04.01. 18:00 9 Flying…" Opera and Ballet "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 05.01. 12:00 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes Latvian National 05.01. 19:00 Operetta "The Bat" 10 Opera and Ballet 05.01. 19:30 Riga "Dinamo" HC, Season #9 Arena Riga 9 "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 06.01. 12:00 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes St.John's Church 06.01. 17:00 Concert of the Star Day in Riga Latvian National 06.01. 19:00 Ballet "The Sleeping Beauty" 10 Opera and Ballet 06.01. 19:00 Organ music concert at Riga Dome Riga Dome Cathedral 9 Latvian National 07.01. 12:00 The Birds' Opera 10 Opera and Ballet "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 07.01. 12:00 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes 07.01. 17:00 Riga "Dinamo" HC, Season #9 Arena Riga 9 Latvian National 07.01. 18:00 The Birds' Opera 10 Opera and Ballet 07.01. 19:00 A concert performance Novecento Dzintari Concert Hall 10 Culture centre 07.01. 19:00 Blizzard of Christmas Sounds 10 "Ziemeļblāzma" Latvian National 08.01. 12:00 Ballet "The Nutcracker" 11 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 08.01. 18:00 Ballet "The Nutcracker" 11 Opera and Ballet 3 EVENT CALENDAR

Date Time Event Venue Pg. 08.01. 19:00 Organ music concert at Riga Dome Riga Dome Cathedral 9 11:00-18:00 Laima Bikše's exhibition "Dream Gallery Daugava, 11.01.-11.02. 11 (II-VI) Gardener" Ausekļa Street Latvian National 11.01. 19:00 Opera "Rigoletto" 11 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 12.01. 19:00 Ballet "Bolero" 11 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 13.01. 19:00 Opera "Manon Lescaut" 12 Opera and Ballet A concert performance Novecento. 13.01. 19:00 Spīķeri Concert Hall 12 Vestards Šimkus Latvian National 14.01. 12:00 Performance "The little magic flute" 12 Opera and Ballet 14.01. 14:00-20:00 Street Food Festival Riga Kaķļu street Latvian National 14.01. 15:00 Performance "The little magic flute" 12 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 14.01. 19:00 Ballet "Giselle" 12 Opera and Ballet 14.01. 19:00 Ball at the Small Guild Small Guild 13 9:00-20:00 Exhibit. "Reflections of History in National Library of 15.01.-16.04. (I-V), 10:00- Manuscripts"/ "Laiku atspulgi senos 13 Latvia 17:00 (VI-VII) manuskriptos" Latvian National 15.01. 15:00 Operetta "The Bat" 10 Opera and Ballet 16.01. 19:00 Musical "Jane Eyre" Daile Theatre 13

17.01. 19:00 Musical "Jane Eyre" Daile Theatre 13 Latvian National 18.01. 19:00 Opera "Faust" 13 Opera and Ballet 20.01. Anniversary of the Riga Barricades Riga 13 Latvian National 20.01. 19:00 Opera "Yevgeniy Onegin" 14 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 21.01. 19:00 Opera "Mackbeth" 14 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 22.01. 19:00 Opera "The Marriage of Figaro" 14 Opera and Ballet 24.01. 19:30 Riga "Dinamo" HC, Season #9 Arena Riga 9 Latvian National 25.01. 19:00 Ballet "Swan Lake" 14 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 26.01. 19:00 Opera "Le Villi. Gianni Schicchi" 14 Opera and Ballet Through the Years, the opening concert of the Three Stars music 26.01. 19:00 National Theatre 16 festival dedicated to Latvia's Centenary 26.01. 19:30 Riga "Dinamo" HC, Season #9 Arena Riga 9 Latvian National 27.01. 19:00 Ballet "Scheherazade and her Tales" 16 Opera and Ballet 28.01. 17:00 Riga "Dinamo" HC, Season #9 Arena Riga 9 Mozart's piano concerto and "Haffner 28.01. 19:00 Great Guild 16 symphony" Latvian National 28.01. 19:00 Opera "iemūrētie"/"The Immured" 16 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 29.01. 12:00 Ballet "The Nutcracker" 11 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 29.01. 18:00 Ballet "The Nutcracker" 11 Opera and Ballet

EVENTS

Art exhibit. Ilze Avotiņa. "Pūķa Dvēsele"

LIFE IS ABOUT PLAYING – VINTAGE TOY’S EXHIBITION 08.10.-08.01., 9:00-20:00 (I-V), 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) Travelling to the past is something exceptional. The toys from the end of 19th century and beginning of 20th century open us a unique world. No doubt that the collection of the Hungarian toy collector Mrs Mariann Karlócai will enchant all generations. The Collection consists of approximately 5000 toys and most of them were made at the beginning of 20th century. At the exhibition in Riga you will find the masterpieces of this collection: toys for girls and boys, prestigious and unique pieces, handmade objects which were so valuable and important for their little owners. National Library of Latvia

EXHIBITION "THE SILK ROAD. ANCIENT CHINESE ART" 22.10.-08.01., 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00-20:00 (V), 10:00-18:00 (VI-VII) With a history of more than a thousand years the ancient Silk Road has provided the cultural, political and economic exchange between the East and the West guid- ing traders through countless rivers and roads, through mountains and valleys. It began in the Ancient China and connected Central and West-Asia to Europe leaving innumerable historical proof from regions which spread along the Silk Road. Art Museum "Riga Bourse"

EXHIBIT. THE 70S AND THE PRACTICALITY OF BEAUTY 02.11.-15.01., 11:00-17:00 (II, IV, V, VI, VII), 11:00-19:00 (III) An exhibit focusing attention on an interesting period and often baffling decisions, here concerning the genre of applied arts in the 1970s and its new ideological and formal specifics that resulted in a switch from the long-held stance of traditional practicality to stringent decorative considerations. Riga Museum of Decorative Arts and Design

JURIS DIMITERS’ SOLO EXHIBIT "PRIEKŠKARA PASLĒPES"/"HIDING BEHIND THE CURTAIN" 17.11.-29.01., 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00-20:00 (V), 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) This exhibit is a rare opportunity to view the finest of poster art, courtesy of the singular Mr. Dimiters. In retrospective fashion, there are over 350 works on display - from the very best, to the "interesting", in particular his Surrealistic drawings and paintings from the 60s and 70s where metaphor and irony were key elements. Latvian National Museum of Art

ART EXHIBIT. ILZE AVOTIŅA. "PŪĶA DVĒSELE" 23.11.-07.01., 11:00-18:00 (II-VI) "The idea for a series of paintings ("Pūķa dvēsele"/The Soul of A Dragon) came to me in 2014 when I became acquainted with Dr. Evija Volfa-Westergard, a 6 JANUARY 2017

Art exhibit. Ilze Avotiņa. "Pūķa Dvēsele" Felicita Pauļuka. Act. Žanna IV. 1975. Photo: Normunds Brasliņš

philosopher, and her research study of Latvian legend and lore. Westergard delves deeply into tapped and untapped waters in the mind aspects related to creativity, that compensates for personal and collective issues that are at the basis of good health. This type of psychology is closely related to the search for the meaning of life, spiritality and self-awareness that you are whole, not removed from Goda s a concept and Supreme realization. I am very fond of such existential matters, and I address them in this series of works. Their basic inspiration comes from Latvian mythology, our fables." Gallery Daugava, Ausekļa Street

OLD TOWN CHRISTMAS FAIR 26.11.-06.01., 10:00-20:00 (I-IV, VII), 10:00-22:00 (V-VI), Old Town Christmas Fair with sweet-smelling mulled wine, roasted almonds, glit- tering glazed gingerbread and local handcraft. Visitors will have a chance to find their Christmas miracle here every day. Various concerts and workshops are on the programme, with Santa Claus entertaining kids and adults alike. Dome Square

CHRISTMAS FAIR IN ESPLANĀDE 27.11.-06.01. Not only in Rīga’s Old Town, but also in the city’s historic centre, small bells and the scent of gingerbread will herald Christmas. The Christmas fair on the Esplanāde invites you to enjoy the Christmas spirit. Esplanade

CHRISTMAS FAIR ON LĪVU SQUARE 29.11.-08.01. Christmas Fair on Līvu Square where you can taste Christmas sweets, purchase local arts and crafts and enjoy musical performances. Līvu Square

EXHIBIT. " PASTELS AND DRAWINGS". FELICITA PAUĻUKA (1925-2014) 07.12.-25.01., 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00-20:00 (V), 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) Felicita Pauļuka - a significant personality in Latvian art, master of portraits and nudes. Already in early youth, she showed talent for charcoal and sanguine drawings, a knack for technical specifics, an ability to capture the essence of any model. As of the 1960s, Pauļuka began to work exclusively with pastels, feeling, as she put it, "a demand to work with heartfelt passion in this specific technique, revealing new treasures." Her portraits of well-known artists, actors and literati rest assured carried her own vision and interpretation.. Latvian National Museum of Art

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Winter Nights at Riga Zoo

THE WAY THROUGH THE CHRISTMAS TREES 2016 09.12.-08.01. The festival began seven years ago with an aim to showcase various Christmas ornaments and promote creative expression in an urban environment. The idea behind the festival stems from the legend of Riga as the place that was first to introduce the Christmas tree in 1510, when the first tree was placed in the market square and decorated by members of the Blackheads order. Riga

WINTER NIGHTS AT RIGA ZOO 18.12.-29.01., 16:00-19:00 In the darkest time of the year, Riga Zoo is holding the annual Winter Nights giving you a chance to visit the area late at night, walk through the lit up paths and view the animal enclosures. Riga Zoo

LIGHT REFLECTIONS IN THE WINTER TWILIGHT 26.12.-08.01., 15:00-20:00 In the middle of winter, the Open-Air Museum turns into a fairy tale land with illuminated buildings and rooms. As you look inside the window, you can see how Latvians used to live and celebrate festivities in winter. Moreover, this is a wonderful opportunity to be photographed in the sledge and dress up for the Latvian winter solstice, Ķekatas. Latvian Ethnographic Open-air Museum

THE EUROPEAN REGION OF GASTRONOMY 2017 01.01.-31.12. In the Year 2017, the Riga-Gauja region will bear the title of European Region of Gastronomy. A special concept, called "Wild at Palate", will be the guide for you to get to know the diverse dining out pleasure to be found in RIga, Sigulda, Cesis and Valmiera Riga

HULLABALOO/JAMPADRACIS LATVIAN STYLE 01.01., 12:00 One and all can freely participate in contests, cast pieces of tin in cold water for fortune-telling fun, put on a mask and join the mummers on parade. Or how about archery, bean-bag jumping, ceramics or sculpting workshops, decorations for the XMAS tree. Take the chill off a one of the bonfires. Hot beverages will be served. Dzintari Forest Park

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Riga "Dinamo" HC, Season #9

ORGAN MUSIC CONCERT AT RIGA DOME 01.,04.,06.,08.01., 03.,10.,17.,24.,31.03., 19:00 Experienced Latvian organ players, as well as guests from many other countries participate in concerts of organ music. This offers an opportunity to enjoy one of the most splendid and valuable historic organs in the outstanding acoustics of the Riga Dome Cathedral. The Riga Dome Cathedral organ belongs to the highest achievements of organ building of the late Romanticism period and is an excellent monument to the history of music. Riga Dome Cathedral

"CONCERTO PICCOLO" — ENJOY THE UNIQUE SOUND OF RIGA DOME ORGAN FOR 20 MINUTES 02.-07.01., 01.,04.,08.,11.,15.,18.,22.,25.,29.03., 12:00-12:20 "Concerto Piccolo" gives the opportunity to relish one of the most splendid and valuable historical organ in the outstanding acoustics of Riga Dome. The organ of Riga Dome is one of the greatest achievements of the art of organ building in the late Romantic Period, making it also an outstanding monument of music history. It has been closely linked with the most prominent Latvian organ players and composers in the last 120 years and has influenced the development of organ music in Latvia more than any other instrument. Riga Dome Cathedral

OPERA "LA TRAVIATA" 03.01., 19:00 Starring the Latvian National Opera Company, conducted by Normunds Vaicis. Director Andrejs Žagars has transferred the passion-filled story of the Paris cour- tesan Violetta and the young nobleman Alfredo to the 1950s. Opera in 3 acts by Giuseppe Verdi. In Italian with surtitles in Latvian and in English. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

RIGA "DINAMO" HC, SEASON #9 03.,05.,24.,26.01. and 16.02., 19:30, 07.,28.01., and 18.02., 17:00 Riga "Dinamo" opened its ninth season in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) on August 23, one of 29 teams competing for the Gagarin Cup in 2016/17. They represent these nations: Russia, Latvia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Slovakia, Croatia, Finland and China. 60 games for each team in the regular season (30 of them at home), with 16 qualifying for the playoffs. Arena Riga

BALLET PERFORMANCE "KARLSSON IS FLYING…" 04.01., 18:00, 19.,26.02., 12:00 Is there anyone who does not know Karlsson who lives on the roof — the best 9 EVENTS

A concert performance „Novecento”. Photo: Jānis Deinats

playmate in the world? The chubby little man with a propeller on his back is one of the most famous characters from the books by Astrid Lindgren, who is adored by both children and grown-ups. Now his adventures can also be seen at a ballet performance! Latvian National Opera and Ballet

OPERETTA "THE BAT" 05.01., 09.02., 11.03., 19:00, 15.01., 15:00, 11.03., 12:00 "Die Fledermaus" (The Bat) is Johann Strauss’ most popular operetta. It is a story about a luxurious and elating world, which is ruled by luster, joy, flirt, intrigues, and surprises. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

BALLET "THE SLEEPING BEAUTY" 06.01., 24.03., 19:00 Princes and princesses, fairies and other heroes from fairy tales come together at Tchaikovsky’s ballet featuring wonderful music and memorable story about love that overcomes all difficulties. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

THE BIRDS’ OPERA 07.01., 05.02., 19.03., 12:00 and 18:00 Children enter the Opera through the main doors; open the door to the large hall; sit down in the velvet chairs; and watch as the lights dim, the glow of the chandelier looking like the starry sky. The conductor raises his baton and the performance begins, telling the story of the kindhearted Doctor Doolittle, his resourceful animal friends, and the evil Mr.Dornton. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

A CONCERT PERFORMANCE NOVECENTO 07.01., 19:00 The same world-famous Italian author and philosopher Alessandro Baricco (1958) who studies glass castles, silk and Homer, during his early years has much though about music and even wrote books about it. Baricco is erudite, rather provocative and even a bit quarrelsome. He loves tangled ideas and always tries to purify the objects that he is studying from trivial assumptions. Dzintari Concert Hall

BLIZZARD OF CHRISTMAS SOUNDS 07.01., 19:00 Orchestra Riga will create a festive atmosphere with a special holiday season program, which will include pieces by the renowned Russian composers Pyotr 10 JANUARY 2017

Laima Bikše's exhibition "Dream Gardener"

Tchaikovsky, Anatoly Lyadov, Georgy Sviridov and the Austrian waltz king Johann Strauss, magnificently transcribed for a bras band, as well as Russian Christmas Music, a composition by wind music maestro Alfred Reed. Culture centre "Ziemeļblāzma"

BALLET "THE NUTCRACKER" 08.01., 29.01., 12:00 and 18:00 The setting of the ballet is Riga in the late nineteenth century. The atmosphere of the day is conjured up by the city’s ancient streets, Art Nouveau interiors, plant motifs, and effective contrasts: it’s winter outside, but inside, flowers are blooming. Christmas-tree decorations and toys come to life, and Maria’s dreams begin to come true. Everything happens exactly as befits Christmas Eve, though the tone is set by the rules and forms of classical ballet. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

LAIMA BIKŠE'S EXHIBITION "DREAM GARDENER" 11.01.-11.02., 11:00-18:00 (II-VI) Dreams, memories, secrets, some mysticism and a good portion of reality like in all fairytales. Laima Bikše’s paintings tell mostly about what has or might have been in an artistically credible way. Somehow, the settings seem so familiar to all of us, we all have been there, but at the same time, this place is full of surprises. Gallery Daugava, Ausekļa Street

OPERA "RIGOLETTO" 11.01., 19:00 Giuseppe Verdi’s "Rigoletto" was an immense success when it premiered in Venice in 1851, and since then its popularity has only grown, making this masterpiece one of the best known operas in the world. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

BALLET "BOLERO" 12.01., 10.02., 19:00 French composer Maurice Ravel once joked: I have written a masterpiece. Unfor- tunately, there is no music in it. Boléro has been translated into the fiery language of dance by choreographer Krzysztof Pastor, who is known and loved in Latvia and world-wide. Ravel’s magnificent music also inspired Daphnis et Chloé choreographer Attila Egerházi – a brilliant Hungarian dancer, choreographer and teacher, as well as the artistic director for the South Bohemian Theatre ballet company. In turn, several up-and-coming young Latvian choreographers will bring to life the characters of Modest Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

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Performance “The Little Magic Flute”. Photo: Agnese Zeltiņa

OPERA "MANON LESCAUT" 13.01., 23.03., 19:00 Manon Lescaut was Italian composer Giacomo Puccini’s third opera and his first great success. The staging at the Latvian National Opera takes the ancient story to modern Rome. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

A CONCERT PERFORMANCE NOVECENTO. VESTARDS ŠIMKUS 13.01., 19:00 The director Dmitrijs Petrenko invites audiences to attend a performance of the Alessandro Baricco long-form monologue, Novecento, or 1900. The director hopes that the performance will lead audience members to look into themselves. The performance is based on a book of the same title, telling the story of an unusual musician who grows up on a ship and has never stood on dry land. The pianist will be played by the outstanding pianist Vestards Šimkus, and the story will be narrated by Latvian National Theatre actor Kristaps Ķeselis in the Latvian version of the performance and by Mikhail Chekhov Rīga Russian Theatre actor Maxim Busel in the Russian version. Spīķeri Concert Hall

PERFORMANCE "THE LITTLE MAGIC FLUTE" 14.01., 12:00 and 15:00, 04.,25.03., 12:00 and 15:00 Prince Tamino falls in love with Pamina, daughter of the Queen of the Night. But Pa- mina is kidnapped by the powerful sorcerer Sarastro. Together with the bird-catch- er Papageno, Tamino heads out to save the girl. With the help of the magic flute, he overcomes the fear of death and prove his intelligence, patience, courage and perseverance, and the prince and princes can finally live happily ever after. This innovative, new production was created by director Margo Zālīte with our younger audiences in mind. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

BALLET "GISELLE" 14.01., 05.03., 19:00 An idyllic country village is the setting for a naïve girl’s first love and her eventual betrayal, which is followed by madness and death. After she dies, Giselle enters a painfully beautiful world populated by lovely wilis, the souls of dead virgins who, at night, make men dance to their deaths. But in the end, the power of love overcomes even death. "Giselle" is one of the first large ballets of the romantic period, and one of the few works of that era to have survived to the present day. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

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Anniversary of the Riga Barricades

BALL AT THE SMALL GUILD 14.01., 11.02., 11.03., 19:00 Ballroom dancing – these are dances for people who like to and want to dance. Both your partner and the tune could be completely unknown to you. The main value of ballroom dancing is the communication skills in use during the dance. They open the doors to the world of getting to know people, movement, art and freedom. Small Guild

EXHIBIT. "REFLECTIONS OF HISTORY IN MANUSCRIPTS"/ "LAIKU ATSPULGI SENOS MANUSKRIPTOS" 15.01.-16.04., 9:00-20:00 (I-V), 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) This exhibit provides the extra-special opportunity to delve into the riches found in the Library’s Rare Books and Manuscripts (that usually remain dormant in museum collection files). Now, for the first time, open to the public - historic manuscripts, many of major importance. National Library of Latvia

MUSICAL "JANE EYRE" 16.,17.01., 19:00 The famous Moscow Operetta Theater will delight Riga audiences with its latest performance - the brilliant Musical "Jane Eyre". This is the first European version of the musical based on the novel by Charlotte Bronte. Daile Theatre

OPERA "FAUST" 18.01., 15.03., 19:00 Dr. Faust is sinking into depression despite his many years, and the promise made to mysterious Mephistopheles - all his wishes granted in exchange for his soul. Charles Gounod’s marvelous opera, based on the Goethe tragedy, had its world premiere back in Paris in 1859. Here and now, director Aik Karapetyan offers late-Gothic mileau, with touches of German Expressionism, including silent movies. "However, this does not mean a production that will be ‘hopelessly serious," the director is quick to explain. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

ANNIVERSARY OF THE RIGA BARRICADES 20.01. The Barricades are a symbol of the restoration of a free and democratic Latvia. Next January will see a commemoration event in Riga Dome Cathedral, a bonfire on Dome Square and other activities to serve as a reminder of the tragic events in Riga in 1991, when Latvia struggled for its freedom from the USSR. Riga 13 EVENTS

Opera “Yevgeniy Onegin”. Photo: Agnese Zeltiņa

OPERA "YEVGENIY ONEGIN" 20.01., 16.02., 19:00 Is it possible to break the mold, and act counter to what our parents and society taught us? When for example a victim becomes the tormentor, and when the tormentor becomes the savior. Director Rēzija Kalniņa makes her National Opera debut with this Tchaikovsky classic. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

OPERA "MACKBETH" 21.01., 19:00 The victorious war general Macbeth listens to the prophesies of three witches, who say he will one day be king of Scotland. Macbeth and his wife are overcome by an unvontrollable desire for power, but the road to the throne is bathed in blood and leads only to insanity and death... Macbeth is Giuseppe Verdi’s tenth opera and his first to be inspired by William Shakespeare – whose Macbeth Verdi had loved since his youth. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

OPERA "THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO" 22.01., 29.03., 19:00 The production of "The Marriage of Figaro" will offer the inhabitants of the city, and probably also its visitors, to get to know with the famous Argentinean director and artistic director of Teatro Colon, Marcelo Lombardero, whose productions have been highly appraised by audiences and critics in South America and Europe. The production of Mozart’s opera in the Latvian National Opera has been produced in the 1980s Latin American soap opera style, by creating an atmosphere full of exotic, social and erotic tension. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

BALLET "SWAN LAKE" 25.01., 15.02., 16.03., 19:00 Swan Lake is the ballet’s ballet, and has always been an audience-favorite. This production combines the beautiful music of Tchaikovsky with the ingenious choreography of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

OPERA "LE VILLI. GIANNI SCHICCHI" 26.01., 17.03., 19:00 The first opera by Giacomo Puccini - Le Villi - is a dance-laden tale of broken spirit and broken hearts. Anna and Roberto were bonded by their pending marriage - until Roberto is ravished by a siren. Anna dies in sorrow. Revenge devised by the spirits of abandoned women – the villi – is ruthless… Latvian National Opera and Ballet 14

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Through the Years, the opening concert of the Three Stars music festival dedicated to Latvia’s Centenary

THROUGH THE YEARS, THE OPENING CONCERT OF THE THREE STARS MUSIC FESTIVAL DEDICATED TO LATVIA’S CENTENARY 26.01., 19:00 The concert will have two parts. Part One will take the audience back in time to the 1920s and 1930s with performances of music of that time, slideshows of original photos and interesting facts about the day-to-day life of interwar Latvia. Part Two will feature a program of maestro Raimonds Pauls’ compositions, with the author at the piano. National Theatre

BALLET "SCHEHERAZADE AND HER TALES" 27.01., 19:00, 12.02., 15:00 Shahriyar, the Sultan of ancient Persia, is left bitter after being betrayed by an unfaithful wife. For this reason, each night he marries an innocent virgin, only to have her beheaded the following morning. This pattern continues until he meets his vizier’s oldest daughter, Scheherazade, who is able to conquer and soften the sultan’s hardened heart with her stories and myths... Latvian National Opera and Ballet

MOZART’S PIANO CONCERTO AND "HAFFNER SYMPHONY" 28.01., 19:00 "Nordic tranquillity and Nordic fire meets in him," says composer Pēteris Vasks of his friend and colleague Juha Kangas. The Finnish conductor, who appears serious and reserved at first, has always been driven by an unstoppable fascination with Baltic and Nordic music, and many will agree that several times he alone has man- aged to find the key to the mysterious and often baffling Northern world of sound. Another of Kangas’ spiritual relatives in music is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. His "Haffner Symphony" was composed on request of a prominent Salzburg family; the 23rd Piano Concerto was written and premièred in Vienna, but in Riga it will be performed by Reinis Zariņš, a Latvian pianist living and working in London. Great Guild

OPERA "IEMŪRĒTIE"/"THE IMMURED" 28.01., 09.03., 19:00 Composer Ēriks Ešenvalds’ opera - a saga about the new National Library - and the victim without whom nothing truly major can be wrought. A legend of and for our times based on the folklore of several European countries, and contemporary Lat- vian society.The saga’s heroes are artists and bricklayers, librarians and politicians, and depicted are their loves, treachery, faith and duty. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

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Date Time Event Venue Pg. 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00- National History 26.10.-30.03. 20:00 (V), Exhibition "Gloves, Mittens" 32 Museum of Latvia 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), Exhibition "Version - Latvians: 10:00- National History 27.10.-17.09. Latvian Ethnographic Exhibition 32 20:00 (V), Museum of Latvia of 1896" 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) 9:00-20:00 (I-V), Exhibition "Secret Life of National Library of 30.11.-27.08. 32 10:00-17:00 Advertising" Latvia (VI-VII) 11:00-18:00 (II, III, V), National Museum of 11:00-20:00 Kristiāns Brekte. Solo exhibit 02.12.-12.02. Art exhibition space 20 (IV), 12:00- "Arsenāls" "Arsenāls" 17:00 (VI, VII) 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 03.12.- 10:00- Art exhibit. Juris Boiko. "Salt Latvian National 20 05.02. 20:00 (V), Crystals" Museum of Art 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) 10:00-18:00 Contemporary Jewellery exhibition 14.12.-27.02. (I-V), 11:00- Putti Art Gallery 20 "Magical tale in grandfather`s beard" 17:00 (VI) 9:00-20:00 Exhibit. "Popular Culture in (I-V), National Library of 20.12.-26.02. Latvia at the Turn of the Century 20 10:00-17:00 Latvia (19th-20th) (VI-VII) Exhibition "Anton Buchholtz Museum of the 11:00-17:00 01.01.-12.02. (1848–1901): numismatist and History of Riga and 22 (III-VII) collector" Navigation Museum of the 11:00-17:00 Exhibition "The Dom Museum ― 01.01.-30.12. History of Riga and 32 (III-VII) Temple for Science and Art" Navigation Museum of the 11:00-17:00 Museum of the History of Riga and 01.01.-30.12. History of Riga and 33 (III-VII) Navigation: Recent acquisitions Navigation Museum of the 11:00-17:00 Exhibition: Silver cup "21st Century 01.01.-30.12. History of Riga and 33 (III-VII) Renaissance" Navigation Museum of the 11:00-17:00 Exhibition. Spotlight on a Special 01.01.-30.12. History of Riga and 33 (III-VII) Item from the Museum Collection Navigation 01.01.-31.03. 10:00-16:00 Winter at Riga Zoo Riga Zoo 22

01.01.-31.03. 10:00-18:00 Osteo's Stories at the Zoo Riga Zoo 22 The European Region of 01.01.-31.12. Riga 8 Gastronomy 2017 11:00-18:00 Laima Bikše's exhibition "Dream Gallery Daugava, 11.01.-11.02. 11 (II-VI) Gardener" Ausekļa Street 9:00-20:00 Exhibit. "Reflections of History (I-V), National Library of 15.01.-16.04. in Manuscripts"/ "Laiku atspulgi 13 10:00-17:00 Latvia senos manuskriptos" (VI-VII)

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Date Time Event Venue Pg. Balttour Forum 2017, the business Conference Hall 01.02. 09:30-15:30 event of the leading Baltic tourism 22 Citadele industry fair Balttour 01.02.- 12:00-15:00 Tropical Month at Riga Zoo 2017 Riga Zoo 23 28.02. Latvian National 02.02. 19:00 Ballet "Romeo and Juliet" 23 Opera and Ballet International tourism fair Ķīpsala International 03.02. 10:00-19:00 23 "Balttour 2017" Exposition Centre Latvian National 03.02. 19:00 Opera "Valentina" 23 Opera and Ballet International tourism fair Ķīpsala International 04.02. 10:00-18:00 23 "Balttour 2017" Exposition Centre Latvian National 04.02. 19:00 Ballet "La Bayadère" 23 Opera and Ballet International tourism fair Ķīpsala International 05.02. 10:00-17:00 23 "Balttour 2017" Exposition Centre Latvian National 05.02. 12:00 The Birds' Opera 10 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 05.02. 18:00 The Birds' Opera 10 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 07.02. 19:00 Boris Eifman's ballet "Rodin!" 24 Opera and Ballet National Museum of Ars Resume at Kristians Brekte's 09.02. 17:30 Art exhibition space 24 exhibition "Arsenal" "Arsenāls" Latvian National 09.02. 19:00 Operetta "The Bat" 10 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 10.02. 19:00 Ballet "Bolero" 11 Opera and Ballet Ballet "Snow White and the Seven Latvian National 11.02. 12:00 24 Dwarfs" Opera and Ballet Ballet "Snow White and the Seven Latvian National 11.02. 18:00 24 Dwarfs" Opera and Ballet 11.02. 19:00 Ball at the Small Guild Small Guild 13 A Grand concert of Latvian 11.02. 19:00 Great Guild symphonic music, 2017 Latvian National 12.02. 15:00 Ballet "Scheherazade and her Tales" 16 Opera and Ballet Sun and Love, a Valentine Day's 12.02. 19:00 Great Guild 24 prelude concert 14.02. 19:00 Concert "Liebeslieder Waltzes" Dzintari Concert Hall 24 11:00-18:00 Jānis Murovskis' exhibition Gallery Daugava, 15.02.-18.03. 25 (II-VI) Viewpoint Ausekļa Street Wetlands Day in Ķemeri National 15.02.-26.03. 11:00 Ķemeri National park 25 Park - Forest House Latvian National 15.02. 19:00 Ballet "Swan Lake" 14 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 16.02. 19:00 Opera "Yevgeniy Onegin" 14 Opera and Ballet Saxophonia. Spīķeri jazz, the 16.02. 19:00 Spīķeri Concert Hall 25 Latvian Radio big band 16.02. 19:30 Riga "Dinamo" HC, Season #9 Arena Riga 9

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Date Time Event Venue Pg. Ķīpsala International 17.02. 18:00-03:00 Exhibition-Festival ''Erots 2017'' 25 Exposition Centre Latvian National 17.02. 19:00 Ballet "Don Quixote" 25 Opera and Ballet 18.02. 17:00 Riga "Dinamo" HC, Season #9 Arena Riga 9 Ķīpsala International 18.02. 18:00-03:00 Exhibition-Festival ''Erots 2017'' 25 Exposition Centre Latvian National 18.02. 19:00 Opera "Nabucco" 26 Opera and Ballet Saxophonia. Sinfonietta Rīga and 18.02. 19:00 Great Guild 26 Alexandre Doisy (France) Ballet Performance "Karlsson is Latvian National 19.02. 12:00 9 Flying…" Opera and Ballet The rising stars from Britain 22.02. 19:30 Palladium Rīga 26 - Blossoms Saxophonia. Spīķeri ethno. Rolf- 23.02. 19:00 Spīķeri Concert Hall 26 Erik Nystrom and Kouame Sereba International education fair Skola Ķīpsala International 24.02. 10:00-18:00 26 2017 (School 2017) Exposition Centre Latvian Book Fair 2017, an Ķīpsala International 24.02. 10:00-18:00 international book and publishing 27 Exposition Centre fair Latvian Radio Choir and Riga Saxophone Quartet. 10th St.John's Church 24.02. 19:00 27 International Music Festival in Riga Saxophonia XVIII International Mask Tradition 24.02. Riga 27 Festival International education fair Skola Ķīpsala International 25.02. 10:00-18:00 26 2017 (School 2017) Exposition Centre Latvian Book Fair 2017, an Ķīpsala International 25.02. 10:00-18:00 international book and publishing 27 Exposition Centre fair Saxophonia. Festival conclusion, Cinema Splendid 25.02. 19:00 Latvian Radio big gand and Seamus 27 Palace Blake International education fair Skola Ķīpsala International 26.02. 10:00-17:00 26 2017 (School 2017) Exposition Centre Latvian Book Fair 2017, an Ķīpsala International 26.02. 10:00-17:00 international book and publishing 27 Exposition Centre fair Latvian National 26.02. 12:00 Musical "The Sound of Music" 27 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 26.02. 15:00 Musical "The Sound of Music" 27 Opera and Ballet

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Kristiāns Brekte. Solo exhibit "Arsenāls"

KRISTIĀNS BREKTE. SOLO EXHIBIT "ARSENĀLS" 02.12.-12.02., 11:00-18:00 (II, III, V), 11:00-20:00 (IV), 12:00-17:00 (VI, VII) The huge space at "Arsenāls" is full of Brekte these days, and the artist has certainly been busy what with large-format paintings, ready-made objects and multi-media installations - all with a military theme, and all on display here. Ar- senal can be considered a key word. Brekte found the space appropriate as once upon a time, it was an ammo warehouse. In this show, Brekte wishes to draw attention to the issue of arms proliferation today. "Arsenāls" is used in some cases as backdrop, but in other cases, directly, utilizing its former function as a military facility to become a frame for his works of art reflecting developments in the nation’s military history. National Museum of Art exhibition space "Arsenāls"

ART EXHIBIT. JURIS BOIKO. "SALT CRYSTALS" 03.12.-05.02., 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00-20:00 (V), 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) A tribute to Latvian artist Juris Boiko (1954-2002) that would never have seen the light of day were it not for the archival materials kept by his family members so painstakingly. They have come under the care now of the Center for Con- temporary Art as a research project. In the interim, this exhibit where several of Boiko’s installations of the 1990s will be revived - the ones utilizing salt, glass, photo and video. Latvian National Museum of Art

CONTEMPORARY JEWELLERY EXHIBITION "MAGICAL TALE IN GRANDFATHER`S BEARD" 14.12.-27.02., 10:00-18:00 (I-V), 11:00-17:00 (VI) Contemporary Jewellery exhibition "Magical tale in grandfather`s beard" will gather artists from Latvia and many foreign countries. Putti Art Gallery

EXHIBIT. "POPULAR CULTURE IN LATVIA AT THE TURN OF THE CENTURY (19TH-20TH) 20.12.-26.02., 9:00-20:00 (I-V), 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) The period in history known as "Fin-de-siècle", when literature and art were first hit by modernism, and the coming of mass or popular culture brought new form and content. Counting in addition to this tangible profitability in the agricultural sector, the dawning of a middle class, technological innovation as postal communication, photography, the advent of telegraph and railway lines, and fundamental alterations in behavior and mores. The first feminists (suf- fragettes) began to speak out against the patriarchal code of existence, mass 20

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Winter at Riga Zoo

production became the norm, replacing the handmade object, also, vociferous pop culture drowned out ethnic traditions. National Library of Latvia

WINTER AT RIGA ZOO 01.01.-31.03., 10:00-16:00 Every season has its own beauty. Animals are wearing their winter coats of fur — camels, bears, wolfs, reindeer can be especially proud of them at the moment. And there is always something going on in the indoor expositions, as they always have summer there. Riga Zoo

OSTEO’S STORIES AT THE ZOO 01.01.-31.03., 10:00-18:00 The exhibition is a story about the most important supporting structure in the animal world — bones. Thanks to the skeleton, numerous living creatures have occurred — fast runners, good flyers, outstanding swimmers, massive giants, agile hunters, skilful pawers, flexible slithers, and many more. Any visitor can explore many exciting and clever solutions for optimising supporting structures of different animals. Riga Zoo

EXHIBITION "ANTON BUCHHOLTZ (1848–1901): NUMISMATIST AND COLLECTOR" 01.01.-12.02., 11:00-17:00 (III-VII) The exhibition is dedicated to the history of Riga’s history of coin minting and A. Buchholtz as a founder of Livonian numismatics. The exhibition features scientific publications, manuscripts, documents, and coins collected in 1897 during the archaeological research in Mārtiņsala conducted by Buchholtz. Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation

BALTTOUR FORUM 2017, THE BUSINESS EVENT OF THE LEADING BALTIC TOURISM INDUSTRY FAIR BALTTOUR 01.02., 09:30-15:30 Balttour business forum is a unique event in the Baltic region’s tourism industry. Opening the active tourism season, the forum provides tourism professionals with the opportunity to learn about current developments in the industry, bounc- er around fresh business ideas and build useful professional contacts. Conference Hall "Citadele"

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International tourism fair "Balttour 2017"

TROPICAL MONTH AT RIGA ZOO 2017 01.02.-28.02., 12:00-15:00 When the cold begins to bite your nose and all you want to do is put your hands deeper in your warm coat, it is usually time when people wish they could visit a warmer place - the tropics! That is why for the 15th time we invite you to the annual Tropical Month events at Riga Zoo. This year, we will be looking more closely at the hard-working ants. Where do they live, what are their daily routines, what is their importance to nature? To these and many other questions we will find answers through various games, challenges and discussions. We invite all to visit the zoo on Saturdays and Sunday to get better acquainted with these little hard-working wonders of nature. Riga Zoo

BALLET "ROMEO AND JULIET" 02.02., 18.03., 19:00 Ballet of Sergey Prokofiev, born from themes of immortal tragedy of William Shakespeare, no doubt, is one of the most popular examples of its genre in the XX century. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

INTERNATIONAL TOURISM FAIR "BALTTOUR 2017" 03.02., 10:00-19:00, 04.02., 10:00-18:00, 05.02., 10:00-17:00 Balttour is the largest tourism fair in the Baltic states organized annually for industry professionals and potential travelers at the beginning of the new tourism season in the region. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

OPERA "VALENTINA" 03.02., 25.03., 19:00 The opera portrays the tense and dynamic days in Latvian history from 1939 to 1944, which was a historically and culturally significant time period to various peoples living in Latvia. "Valentina," the first opera of internationally recognized Latvian composer Arturs Maskats celebrates a cultural legend – film expert Valentina Freimane. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

BALLET "LA BAYADÈRE" 04.02., 19:00 The complex performance features almost the entire ballet troupe of the Latvian National Opera. Only a few ballet troupes are able to achieve such a high artistic level required for staging La Bayadère. Now the Latvian National Ballet has become one of them. Latvian National Opera and Ballet 23 EVENTS

Sun and Love, a Valentine Day’s prelude concert

BORIS EIFMAN’S BALLET "RODIN!" 07.02., 19:00 The cult ballet Rodin returns to Riga! Rodin - one of Boris Eifman and his ballet troupe’s best known masterpieces. The performance tells about the life and work of two great sculptors: Auguste Rodin and his disciple, mistress and Muse – Camille Claudel. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

ARS RESUME AT KRISTIANS BREKTE’S EXHIBITION "ARSENAL" 09.02., 17:30 Ars Resume is a program of cultural and entertainment events which includes a conceptually themed electronic music concert that will take place at the closure of Kristians Brekte’s solo exhibition, aiming to promote interdisciplinary collaboration between various arts and creativity in innovative formats. At 5:30 p.m. visitors are invited to join free tours of the exhibition, and at 6:30 p.m. to the aforementioned concert. National Museum of Art exhibition space "Arsenāls"

BALLET "SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS" 11.02., 12:00 and 18:00, 28.03., 19:00 "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" is a fairytale-like rock ballet for parents and children alike. It is a joint project by the Riga Choreography School, the Emils Darzins’ Music School and the Latvian National Opera. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

SUN AND LOVE, A VALENTINE DAY’S PRELUDE CONCERT 12.02., 19:00 Orchestra Riga and conductor Andis Klučnieks invite you to a Valentine Day’s prelude concert in the Large Guild. Singers Dināra Rudāne and Daumants Kalniņš will perform together with the orchestra. The program includes fiery melodies of love, lyric romances and worldwide hits. Great Guild

CONCERT "LIEBESLIEDER WALTZES" 14.02., 19:00 Sigvards Kļava has described this program as a path to perfect love on which Brahms’ romantic music meets Schubert’s wide spectrum of sensations. Winding through the program of sensuous pieces is a story which has remained untold to devotees of Brahms’ music - his 40 years long friendship with composer Robert Schumann’s wife, pianist Clara Josephine Wieck. Dzintari Concert Hall

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Wetlands Day in Ķemeri National Park - Forest House

JĀNIS MUROVSKIS’ EXHIBITION "VIEWPOINT" 15.02.-18.03., 11:00-18:00 (II-VI) "They have the same problems as we do, but when you go there, you kind of distance yourself from these problems, and then you focus and see the things that you find interesting," the artist says, telling about his trip to Taiwan, which inspired the exhibition. "During the trip, I got lucky with the weather, which was rainy, cloudy, foggy, full of hydrogen sulfide smoke, which is why my personal impression is that this is a very tranquil, down-to-earth LP album that can be listened to and watched." Gallery Daugava, Ausekļa Street

WETLANDS DAY IN ĶEMERI NATIONAL PARK - FOREST HOUSE 15.02.-26.03. Even though February in Latvia is called the month of blizzards, in the world it is marked as the month of wetlands. Wetlands are territories covered in shallow water that play a significant role of preservation of biological diversity and purifi- cation of waters. Various plants and insects, the biggest treasure of wetlands, can take a different form when viewed through a magnifying glass or a microscope. Ķemeri National park

SAXOPHONIA. SPĪĶERI JAZZ, THE LATVIAN RADIO BIG BAND 16.02., 19:00 Musicians - Jānis Steprāns, saxophone (Canada); Viktors Ritovs, piano; Edvīns Ozols, double bass; Artis Orubs, percussion; The Latvian Radio Big Band. Spīķeri Concert Hall

EXHIBITION-FESTIVAL ‘’EROTS 2017’’ 17.,18.02., 18:00-03:00 The most important Erotica Festival in the Baltic States offers its visitors surpris- ing show programmes, women and men strip shows performed by Latvian and foreign artists. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

BALLET "DON QUIXOTE" 17.02., 19:00 The naively optimistic plot of the ballet Don Quixote cannot really be compared with the novel of the same name, by Miguel de Cervantes. What, then, is the reason for the ballet’s success over the decades? The answer lies in the dance elements, the ballet’s unfaltering attraction. Don Quixote was written for wealthy Moscow, a city that has left its mark on the form of this work. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

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Blossoms

OPERA "NABUCCO" 18.02., 31.03., 19:00 "I can say with a certainty that this opera marked the beginning of my career" as a composer -said Giuseppe Verdi. In 1840, after the death of both children and his wife, Giuseppe Verdi is stricken by a deep depression. Only after two years - in 1842, the composer overcomes his crises, settles down to work and writes Nabucco. The resounding triumph after the performance of Nabucco opened the era of glory for Giuseppe Verdi’s operas. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

SAXOPHONIA. SINFONIETTA RĪGA AND ALEXANDRE DOISY (FRANCE) 18.02., 19:00 Musicians - Alexandre Doisy, saxophone; Arvīds Kazlausks, saxophone; Katrīna Kivleniece, saxophone; The Rīga Saxophone Quartet; Sinfonietta Rīga; Normunds Šnē, conductor. Great Guild

THE RISING STARS FROM BRITAIN - BLOSSOMS 22.02., 19:30 The band from Manchester recently won 4th place in the BBC Music Sound of 2016 rising talent competition and their self-titled debut album topped the British Album chart for two weeks. Palladium Rīga

SAXOPHONIA. SPĪĶERI ETHNO. ROLF-ERIK NYSTROM AND KOUAME SEREBA 23.02., 19:00 Musicians - Rolf-Erik Nystrøm, saxophone (Norway); Kouame Sereba, traditional African instruments, voice (Norway). Spīķeri Concert Hall

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION FAIR SKOLA 2017 (SCHOOL 2017) 24.,25.02., 10:00-18:00, 26.02., 10:00-17:00 Education fair School will provide anyone willing to study and gain new knowledge with comprehensive information about the available study programs, language classes, distance learning and e-learning opportunities in Latvia and abroad and will help to find the education establishment best suited to one’s needs. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

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XVIII International Mask Tradition Festival

LATVIAN BOOK FAIR 2017, AN INTERNATIONAL BOOK AND PUBLISHING FAIR 24.,25.02., 10:00-18:00, 26.02., 10:00-17:00 Latvian Book Fair is the key event of the publishing industry in Latvia that brings together Latvian and foreign book publishers, book sellers and companies doing business related to the book industry. In addition to books, the exhibition also includes intellectual games, in particular those that help develop reading skills, development and educational aids, as well as products for creative hobbies. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

SAXOPHONIA. LATVIAN RADIO CHOIR AND RIGA SAXOPHONE QUARTET 24.02., 19:00 Performers - Riga Saxophone Quartet; Soprano saxophone player Jean Pierre Baraglioli (France) Latvian Radio Choir; Conductor Kaspars Putniņš. Program - Armands Aleksandrovičs (world’s first performance); Ēriks Ešenvalds (world’s first performance); Rihards Dubra. St.John’s Church in Riga

XVIII INTERNATIONAL MASK TRADITION FESTIVAL 24.02.-26.02. Events at Ziemelblazma Culture Palace, Riga House of Congresses and a masked procession in Vermane Park. Riga

SAXOPHONIA. FESTIVAL CONCLUSION, LATVIAN RADIO BIG GAND AND SEAMUS BLAKE 25.02., 19:00 Musicians - The Rīga Saxophone Quartet; Jean-Pierre Baraglioli, saxophone (France); The Latvian Radio Choir; Kaspars Putniņš, conductor. Cinema Splendid Palace

MUSICAL "THE SOUND OF MUSIC" 26.02., 12:00 and 15:00, 12.03., 12:00 Meet the joyful Maria, Captain von Trapp and his children, and other characters from Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein’s world-famous musical "The Sound of Music", in a concert for the entire family at the Latvian National Opera! Latvian National Opera and Ballet

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01.01.-31.03. 10:00-18:00 Osteo's Stories at the Zoo Riga Zoo 22 The European Region of Gastronomy 01.01.-31.12. Riga 8 2017 9:00-20:00 Exhibit. "Reflections of History in National Library of 15.01.-16.04. (I-V), 10:00- Manuscripts"/ "Laiku atspulgi senos 13 Latvia 17:00 (VI-VII) manuskriptos" 11:00-18:00 Jānis Murovskis' exhibition Gallery Daugava, 15.02.-18.03. 25 (II-VI) "Viewpoint" Ausekļa Street Wetlands Day in Ķemeri National 15.02.-26.03. 11:00 Ķemeri National park 25 Park - Forest House "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 01.03. 12:00-12:20 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes 11:00-18:00 (II, III, V), National Museum of Exhibition Hyperrealism: The Second 02.03.-21.05. 11:00-20:00 Art exhibition space 33 Half of the 20th Century (IV), 12:00- "Arsenāls" 17:00 (VI, VII) Latvian National 02.03. 19:00 Opera "Carmen" 34 Opera and Ballet 03.03. 19:00 Organ music concert at Riga Dome Riga Dome Cathedral 9 Latvian National 03.03. 19:00 Opera "Carmen" 34 Opera and Ballet "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 04.03. 12:00-12:20 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes Latvian National 04.03. 12:00 Performance "The little magic flute" 12 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 04.03. 15:00 Performance "The little magic flute" 12 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 04.03. 19:00 Opera "Carmen" 34 Opera and Ballet 04.03. 20:00 Bastille Arena Riga Scott Bradlee and "Postmodern 04.03. 20:00 Palladium Rīga 34 Jukebox" Conversations at the Museum: A National Museum of meeting with the exhibition's curator 05.03. 15:00 Art exhibition space 34 Elita Ansone and artists participating "Arsenāls" in the exhibition Latvian National 05.03. 19:00 Ballet "Giselle" 12 Opera and Ballet 28 MARCH 2017

Date Time Event Venue Pg. "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 08.03. 12:00-12:20 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes Latvian National 08.03. 19:00 Ballet "Anna Karenina" 34 Opera and Ballet International construction industry Ķīpsala International 09.03. 10:00-19:00 34 fair Māja I 2017 (House I) Exposition Centre Latvian National 09.03. 19:00 Opera "iemūrētie"/"The Immured" 16 Opera and Ballet International construction industry Ķīpsala International 10.03. 10:00-19:00 34 fair Māja I 2017 (House I) Exposition Centre 10.03. 19:00 Organ music concert at Riga Dome Riga Dome Cathedral 9

10.03. 19:00 Mendelssohn, Widmann and Weber Great Guild 35 Latvian National 10.03. 19:00 Ballet "Raymonda" 35 Opera and Ballet International construction industry Ķīpsala International 11.03. 10:00-19:00 34 fair Māja I 2017 (House I) Exposition Centre "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 11.03. 12:00-12:20 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes Latvian National 11.03. 12:00 Operetta "The Bat" 10 Opera and Ballet 11.03. 19:00 Ball at the Small Guild Small Guild 13 Latvian National 11.03. 19:00 Operetta "The Bat" 10 Opera and Ballet International construction industry Ķīpsala International 12.03. 10:00-17:00 34 fair Māja I 2017 (House I) Exposition Centre Latvian National 12.03. 12:00 Musical "The Sound of Music" 27 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 12.03. 15:00 Ballet "Coppélia" 35 Opera and Ballet "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 15.03. 12:00-12:20 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes Latvian National 15.03. 19:00 Opera "Faust" 13 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 16.03. 19:00 Ballet "Swan Lake" 14 Opera and Ballet 17.03. 19:00 Organ music concert at Riga Dome Riga Dome Cathedral 9 Latvian National 17.03. 19:00 Opera "Le Villi. Gianni Schicchi" 14 Opera and Ballet International pet industry fair Ķīpsala International 18.03. 10:00-18:00 36 PetExpo 2017 Exposition Centre "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 18.03. 12:00-12:20 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes Latvian National 18.03. 19:00 Ballet "Romeo and Juliet" 23 Opera and Ballet 18.03. 19:00 Tom Odell Palladium Rīga 36 International pet industry fair Ķīpsala International 19.03. 10:00-18:00 36 PetExpo 2017 Exposition Centre Latvian National 19.03. 12:00 The Birds' Opera 10 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 19.03. 18:00 The Birds' Opera 10 Opera and Ballet Spring Equinox events in urban 19.03. Riga 36 environment Opening concert of spring festival 19.03. 19:00 Great Guild 36 WINDSTREAM. Tango, flamenco, jazz Cafe Film Noir, 20.03-26.03. Gastronomy Film Festival 36 Splendid Palace 11:00-18:00 Osvalds Zvejsalnieks' exhibition Gallery Daugava, 22.03.-22.04. 37 (II-VI) "Latgale. Lithuania" Alksnāja Street "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 22.03. 12:00-12:20 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes

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Date Time Event Venue Pg. Latvian National 23.03. 19:00 Opera "Manon Lescaut" 12 Opera and Ballet International exhibition in Riga Ķīpsala International 24.03. 10:00-19:00 37 "Recreation & Sports 2017" Exposition Centre International Fair for Hunting Gear Ķīpsala International 24.03. 10:00-19:00 and Fishing Tackle - Hunting and 37 Exposition Centre Fishing 2017 International Exhibition "Motorcycle Ķīpsala International 24.03. 10:00-19:00 38 2017" Exposition Centre International boat and yacht Ķīpsala International 24.03. 10:00-19:00 38 exhibition Baltic Boat Show 2017 Exposition Centre Latvian National 24.03. 19:00 Ballet "The Sleeping Beauty" 10 Opera and Ballet 24.03. 19:00 Organ music concert at Riga Dome Riga Dome Cathedral 9 International exhibition in Riga Ķīpsala International 25.03. 10:00-19:00 37 "Recreation & Sports 2017" Exposition Centre International Fair for Hunting Gear Ķīpsala International 25.03. 10:00-19:00 and Fishing Tackle - Hunting and 37 Exposition Centre Fishing 2017 International Exhibition "Motorcycle Ķīpsala International 25.03. 10:00-19:00 38 2017" Exposition Centre International boat and yacht Ķīpsala International 25.03. 10:00-19:00 38 exhibition Baltic Boat Show 2017 Exposition Centre "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 25.03. 12:00-12:20 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes Latvian National 25.03. 12:00 Performance "The little magic flute" 12 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 25.03. 15:00 Performance "The little magic flute" 12 Opera and Ballet Latvian National 25.03. 19:00 Opera "Valentina" 23 Opera and Ballet Dona Nobis Pacem, a concert on the day for commeration of victims of 25.03. 19:00 Riga Dome Cathedral 38 the Communist genocide in Latvia. Windstream festival Events of the commemorative day for 25.03. Riga 38 victims of the Communist genocide International exhibition in Riga Ķīpsala International 26.03. 10:00-17:00 37 "Recreation & Sports 2017" Exposition Centre International Fair for Hunting Gear Ķīpsala International 26.03. 10:00-17:00 and Fishing Tackle - Hunting and 37 Exposition Centre Fishing 2017 International Exhibition "Motorcycle Ķīpsala International 26.03. 10:00-17:00 38 2017" Exposition Centre International boat and yacht Ķīpsala International 26.03. 10:00-17:00 38 exhibition Baltic Boat Show 2017 Exposition Centre Ballet Performance "Karlsson is Latvian National 26.03. 12:00 9 Flying…" Opera and Ballet Ballet "Snow White and the Seven Latvian National 28.03. 19:00 24 Dwarfs" Opera and Ballet "Concerto Piccolo" — enjoy the unique 29.03. 12:00-12:20 sound of Riga Dome organ for 20 Riga Dome Cathedral 9 minutes Latvian National 29.03. 19:00 Opera "The Marriage of Figaro" 14 Opera and Ballet Fashion and textile fair Baltic Fashion Ķīpsala International 30.03. 10:00-18:00 38 & Textile Riga Exposition Centre Mozart's Overture and Beethoven's 30.03. 19:00 Great Guild 39 "Emperor concerto" International exhibition for children Ķīpsala International 31.03. 10:00-18:00 39 and parents "Children's World 2017" Exposition Centre Fashion and textile fair Baltic Fashion Ķīpsala International 31.03. 10:00-18:00 38 & Textile Riga Exposition Centre Latvian National 31.03. 19:00 Opera "Nabucco" 26 Opera and Ballet 31.03. 19:00 Organ music concert at Riga Dome Riga Dome Cathedral 9

31.03. 19:00 Concert "Membra Jesu Nostri" St.John's Church 39

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Exhibition "Secret Life of Advertising"

EXHIBITION "GLOVES, MITTENS" 26.10.-30.03., 10:00-18:00 (II-IV), 10:00-20:00 (V), 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) This exhibit featuring Latvian ethnographic mittens is devised as a traveling show-display stand. It is a signoficant addition to the permament collection items. Assisted by photographs, this show is a major opportunity to delve into the fine tradition of knitted mittens, the National History Museum collection from the 19th and 20th centuries. The photographs are mainly from the 1920s and 1930s based on a Latvia-wide expedition into this specific craft – from design and draw- ing to fruition. National History Museum of Latvia

EXHIBITION "VERSION - LATVIANS: LATVIAN ETHNOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION OF 1896" 27.10.-17.09., 10:00-17:00 (II-VII) The Latvian ethnographic exhibit held 120 years ago became the very first and most extensive such exposition of Latvian history, culture, traditions and achievements. Undoubtedly it was a affirmation of the Latvian nation’s viability and prop- er place among the community of civilized countries with language, national culture and economic efforts among the key aspects. The exhibit about the famous exhibit: "Versija – latvieši: 1896. gada Latviešu etnogrāfiskā izstāde" is a reminder to us all about its significance and it brings front and center such topical matters as heritage and identity. National History Museum of Latvia

EXHIBITION "SECRET LIFE OF ADVERTISING" 30.11.-27.08., 9:00-20:00 (I-V), 10:00-17:00 (VI-VII) The exhibition about advertising in the period between the world wars comprises several hundreds of small-sized commercials for goods and services in diferent media. In the wide array of exhibits, modern people will easily notice differences in communication culture, printing techniques and social life of the given time period that are always reflected in commercials. A large number of exhibits are dedicated to gender awareness and gender construction - the matter that re- mains topical at all times. National Library of Latvia

EXHIBITION "THE DOM MUSEUM – TEMPLE FOR SCIENCE AND ART" 01.01.-30.12., 11:00-17:00 (III-VII) The exhibition is dedicated to the history of the Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation. The origins of the museum go back to 1773; however, the exhibition focuses on the period of the Dom Museum (1890–1936), with a particular emphasis on the Baltic German contribution to the preservation of Latvia’s 32 MARCH 2017

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cultural values and the fortunes of cultural treasures during the Second World War. Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation

MUSEUM OF THE HISTORY OF RIGA AND NAVIGATION: RECENT ACQUISITIONS 01.01.-30.12., 11:00-17:00 (III-VII) Every year the Museum collections receive new acquisitions. The exhibition offers to view 395 of them — the most interesting and important. Chronologically, they span the period from the 13th century to our day. Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation

EXHIBITION: SILVER CUP "21ST CENTURY RENAISSANCE" 01.01.-30.12., 11:00-17:00 (III-VII) This filigree masterpiece fascinates with its grace, beauty, and magnitude. 35.37 kg of silver was used in the cup’s creation; its height – 1.20 m. Silver cup "21st Century Renaissance" symbolizes welfare, fortune, and the force of life. The cup incorporates gilded engravings, which represents the flow of money from ancient times up to this day. The author is the brilliant jewelry master Oļegs Auzers and his students. The work was created in collaboration with JSC "Baltic International Bank". Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation

EXHIBITION. SPOTLIGHT ON A SPECIAL ITEM FROM THE MUSEUM COLLECTION 01.01.-30.12., 11:00-17:00 (III-VII) This is a diverse series of exhibits lasting year round. A specific and certainly interesting display item is given feature attention, taken from the thousands of treasures in the Museum’s archives. Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation

EXHIBITION HYPERREALISM: THE SECOND HALF OF THE 20TH CENTURY 02.03.-21.05., 11:00-18:00 (II, III, V), 11:00-20:00 (IV), 12:00-17:00 (VI, VII) The exhibition Hyperrealism: The Second Half of the 20th Century will show how the style was adapted in Latvia during the second half of last century. In Latvia, hyperrealism flourished in the 1979s as photorealism, a style of art which had originated in the United States, was spreading in Europe where it became known as hyperrealism. At the end of the 20th century, hyperrealism experienced the technical revolution of the digital age and also started using digital cameras and computers as it continued to surprise with exaggeratedly realistic depictions. National Museum of Art exhibition space "Arsenāls" 33 EVENTS

Scott Bradlee and "Postmodern Jukebox"

OPERA "CARMEN" 02.,03.,04.03., 19:00 At the same time celebrated and hated by her own sex, desired and punished by the opposite one, Carmen changes the world around her. The hatred she causes comes from the desire she arises... Latvian National Opera and Ballet

SCOTT BRADLEE AND "POSTMODERN JUKEBOX" 04.03., 20:00 Pianist Scott Bradlee and his band "Postmodern Jukebox" have earned recog- nition by transforming modern hits into musical styles from 1920-1960s. The band’s motto is that "everything new can be old again". Palladium Rīga

CONVERSATIONS AT THE MUSEUM: A MEETING WITH THE EXHIBITION’S CURATOR ELITA ANSONE AND ARTISTS PARTICIPATING IN THE EXHIBITION 05.03., 15:00 Conversations at the Museum is a program of the Latvian National Museum of Art offering the opportunity to get a deeper and more comprehensive insight into the museum’s current exhibitions, as well as various thematically and contextually related issues. Listening to the exciting stories and engaging in discussions, the visitors and also the event’s special guests – art critic Elite Ansone and authors of the displayed artworks - will discover many new facts about the development of hyperrealism in Latvia, subtleties of the photographic effects and many more things. National Museum of Art exhibition space "Arsenāls"

BALLET "ANNA KARENINA" 08.03., 19:00 Life in the Karenin family is languid and unhurried. But the heart of Anna, the lady of the house, is suddenly inflamed by passion, which destroys the comforts of domestic harmony. Anna surrenders to Vronsky’s seductions and leaves her husband and beloved son. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY FAIR MĀJA I 2017 (HOUSE I) 09.03.-11.03., 10:00-19:00, 12.03., 10:00-17:00 House I is the leading construction industry fair that offers the latest products and services in the industry - from tools to construction machinery, from designs to construction, from plumbing and heating equipment to home technologies, from lighting devices to electrical wiring. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre 34 MARCH 2017

Ballet "Raymonda"

MENDELSSOHN, WIDMANN AND WEBER 10.03., 19:00 One of the trump cards of the incredibly talented German clarinettist, composer and conductor Jörg Widmann is his versatility. He performs regularly with the best German orchestras and is the Principal Guest Conductor of the Irish Cham- ber Orchestra. Widmann’s fascinating and adventurous compositions are beloved by maestros Mariss Jansons, Andris Nelsons, Paavo Järvi and Simon Rattle, who often include his works in their concert programmes. For his creative work Wid- mann has received the prestigious Claudio Abbado Composition Prize, and his dazzling clarinet performance continues to enchant the listeners with passionate musicality and incredible natural grace. Despite his dizzying concert schedule that takes the artist all around the world, Widmann has found a chance to return to Latvia. He will join Sinfonietta Rīga to perform Weber, conduct Mendelssohn and captivate the audience with his own music. Great Guild

BALLET "RAYMONDA" 10.03., 19:00 This work by genius Marius Petipa represents the artist’s rebirth in the twilight of his life. The Master created "Raymonda" at the age of 80 as the quintessence of his rich life. The plot is about a knight who embarks on a crusade and his bride. Dances by Raymonda and her friends appear as an accolade to female beauty and the multicoloured gamut of her feelings, while the entrance of sheikh Abdu-Rakhman and his suite brings Oriental inebriation and passion to the ballet, briefly stirring up the admirable harmony of Raymonda’s world. LNO production transports the viewers into the wondrous atmosphere of the Middle Ages. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

BALLET "COPPÉLIA" 12.03., 15:00 Léo Delibes’s Coppélia, which is once again returning to the LNO’s stage, is a classic reading of the E.T.A.Hoffmann’s story The Sandman. The revival of the production - where our troupe’s best soloists will perform the story of the young heartbreaker Franz and his beloved, Svanilde - will be comical, colorful, and full of life. The characters enter a whirlwind of misunderstandings when Svanilde’s beauty is overshadowed by the magic of the mysterious Doctor Coppélius’s daughter, Coppélia. Latvian National Opera and Ballet

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Tom Odell

INTERNATIONAL PET INDUSTRY FAIR PETEXPO 2017 18.,19.03., 10:00-18:00 International dog and cat expositions, attractive demonstrations and shows of dog and cat breeds, dog obedience competition, a vast exposition of pets and decorative birds, a vast exposition of pet industry goods and services represent- ing world-recognized brands, inflatable attractions for children at no extra charge, specialist consultations - it all awaits the visitors of PetExpo 2017. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

TOM ODELL 18.03., 19:00 Four years ago, Tom Odell with his first single, Another Love, made it straight to Uk Top 10. A year after that, the British singer-songwriter was nominated for the BBC Sound of 2013 poll. At the British Phonographic Industry annual ward ceremony the same year, Odell was named the winner of the Critics’ Choice Award, previously won by artists such as Adele and Florence and the Machine. Palladium Rīga

SPRING EQUINOX EVENTS IN URBAN ENVIRONMENT 19.03. Everybody is invited to mark the Spring Equinox on Sunday, March 19, with a sunrise ceremony at 6:00-8:00 a.m. in Arkadija Park. During the event, partici- pants will wash face in the Marupite river. Sunrise ceremony with songs, willow and birch twigs, swings and other rituals to ensure fertility, health and beauty. Riga

OPENING CONCERT OF SPRING FESTIVAL WINDSTREAM. TANGO, FLAMENCO, JAZZ 19.03., 19:00 Riga Orchestra will open spring festival WINDSTREAM with a specially-designed and fresh program that will mark a bright start of the spring. Contemporary original pieces have been selected for the concert, and composers have used flamenco, tango and jazz elements and rhythms in their music. Luis Serrano Alarcon represents Spain, Robert Russell Bennett represents the US, Manfred Schneider represents Germany. The concert will be opened with jazz classics - George Ger- shwin’s Cuban Overture. Great Guild

GASTRONOMY FILM FESTIVAL 20.03-26.03. Tinto and Cafe Film Noir present a special gastronomy film festival about food, the daily activities of restaurants and their chefs, or just good films about food and 36 MARCH 2017

Osvalds Zvejsalnieks’ exhibition "Latgale. Lithuania"

their preparation meant for passionate food lovers. These are films and stories which will certainly make the audience hungry and present a completely different viewpoint to restaurant goers about visiting restaurants in the future. During the festival, both Latvian and foreign documentaries and films will be shown, allowing the audience to have a first-hand look at what takes place the behind the scenes at restaurant kitchens and fall in love with cooking. As part of the European Re- gion of Gastronomy program, the culinary film festival will be combined with food and beverage tastings, to make the experience even more special. Tinto’s chef, together with several partners, will attempt to discover new tastes with nuances of smells and spices. Special surprises will also be had in discussion sessions with chefs about the films and their daily activities in the kitchen. They might even reveal some of their recipe secrets! Cafe Film Noir, Splendid Palace

OSVALDS ZVEJSALNIEKS’ EXHIBITION "LATGALE. LITHUANIA" 22.03.-22.04., 11:00-18:00 (II-VI) Osvalds Zvejsalnieks is one of the most renowned figures in Latvia’s cultural and social life and an artist who has been following and advancing the classical tradition in Latvian painting. Landscapes and scenes of Latgale’s small towns like Ludza, Krāslava, Dagda, Viļāni and Balvi, among others, are the dominant motifs of his paintings. Most probably this choice of themes has been inspired by the artist’s childhood memories and his life in Latgale, and perhaps this also explains the coloristic qualities and sincerity of Zvejsalnieks’ paintings. Gallery Daugava, Alksnāja Street

INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION IN RIGA "RECREATION & SPORTS 2017" 24.,25.03., 10:00-19:00, 26.03., 10:00-17:00 This show is the place to find equipment and accessories for recreation, sports and tourism, or to receive information about their availability. Also - information about the wide selection of activities and options for friendly prices, and worth- while consultations with athletic experts. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

INTERNATIONAL FAIR FOR HUNTING GEAR AND FISHING TACKLE - HUNTING AND FISHING 2017 24.,25.03., 10:00-19:00, 26.03., 10:00-17:00 The International Fair for Hunting Gear and Fishing Tackle "Hunting and Fishing 2016" is an excellent venue for hunters and anglers to meet with one another, to find out the latest about necessary equipment and outfits and to learn about many different offers. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

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International Exhibition "Motorcycle 2017"

INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION "MOTORCYCLE 2017" 24.,25.03., 10:00-19:00, 26.03., 10:00-17:00 Keeping in tune with the upcoming motoring season, those whose livelihood or hobby is motorcycles (or scooters or quadra-cycles), get thee to Ķīpsala Centre for a look at the latest vehicles from famous brand names, accessories, parts and biker attire. Here one can find out everything about repairs and tune-ups, get answers from specialists at the scene. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

INTERNATIONAL BOAT AND YACHT EXHIBITION BALTIC BOAT SHOW 2017 24.,25.03., 10:00-19:00, 26.03., 10:00-17:00 The exhibition will present products from the world’s leading motoryacht, boat and motorboat producers. The exhibition will also offer special equipment and supplies for watercraft, motorboats and yachts, water sport and sailing equipment, boat engines and other spare parts. Visitors will be able to learn about watercraft rent and repairs. Also, information about different boating routes will be presented. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

DONA NOBIS PACEM, A CONCERT ON THE DAY FOR COMMERATION OF VICTIMS OF THE COMMUNIST GENOCIDE IN LATVIA. WINDSTREAM FESTIVAL 25.03., 19:00 Performers - RIGA orchestra; Latvian Radio Choir; Conductor Valdis Butāns. Pro- gram - Līga Celma (new piece); Eric Whitaker; Pēteris Butāns; Pēteris Vasks. Riga Dome Cathedral

EVENTS OF THE COMMEMORATIVE DAY FOR VICTIMS OF THE COMMUNIST GENOCIDE 25.03. Remembering victims of the deportations of March 25, 1949, and the Communist genocide, commemorative events and concerts are held in Riga - a commemorative event by Skirotava railway station, a march from the Occupation Museum to the Freedom Monument. In the evening concerts will be held in Riga churches to mark Good Friday. Riga

FASHION AND TEXTILE FAIR BALTIC FASHION & TEXTILE RIGA 30.,31.03., 10:00-18:00, 01.04., 10:00-16:00 The versatile exposition will offer everything starting from fabrics and sewing supplies up to manufacturing equipment: knitwear, lace, leather accessories, 38 MARCH 2017

Concert "Membra Jesu Nostri"

innovative textile products, technical and home textile, ready-made clothes and functional clothing, designer clothes and fashion accessories, etc. Seminars and fashion shows will demonstrate novelties of the fashion and textile industry. Pro- fessionals will be able to establish new business contacts during the brokerage event. Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

MOZART’S OVERTURE AND BEETHOVEN’S "EMPEROR CONCERTO" 30.03., 19:00 Thomas Sanderling, the son of the legendary German conductor Kurt Sanderling, largely spent his formative years in the wings of the Saint Petersburg Philharmon- ic Orchestra. In the 1990s he was the Principal Guest Conductor of the Latvian National Symphony Orchestra. Now he travels to Latvia again to reveal the true vitality and mastery of Beethoven in the peak of his fame. Another intriguing encounter promises to be the one with the unusually gifted pianist Nick van Bloss from London. He started out in the Choir of Westminster Abbey and turned to piano only in his adolescence. For 15 years he refused to perform publicly, until his triumphant 2009 performance of Beethoven’s "Emperor concerto" in London. Great Guild

INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION FOR CHILDREN AND PARENTS "CHILDREN’S WORLD 2017" 31.03., 01.04., 10:00-18:00, 02.04., 10:00-17:00 "Children’s World 2017" features the widest variety of merchandise for your little one; a good place to shop, compare and/or make an immediate purchase. The goods displayed are for children of all ages, and to coin a phrase: ‘the price is right!’ Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre

CONCERT "MEMBRA JESU NOSTRI" 31.03., 19:00 Dietrich Buxtehude is one of the most prominent composers of the Baroque era. J.S. Bach, a great admirer of his music, avidly listened to Buxtehude’s concerts and wanted to marry his daughter. The cycle that will be performed in the concert is one of the composer’s best-known pieces. The cycle of seven cantatas musi- cally touches upon Christ’s crucified body. St.John’s Church

39 LIST OF VENUE ADDRESSES

Arena Riga Skanstes iela 21

Art Museum Riga Bourse Doma laukums 6

Cafe Film Noir Elizabetes iela 61

Conference Hall "Citadele" Republikas laukums 2a

Culture centre "Ziemeļblāzma" Ziemeļblāzmas iela 36

Daile Theatre Brīvības iela 75

Dzintari Concert Hall Turaidas iela 1, Jūrmala

Dzintari Forest Park Jomas iela/Turaidas iela, Jūrmala

Gallery Daugava, Alksnāja Street Alksnāja iela 10/12

Gallery Daugava, Ausekļa Street Ausekļa iela 1

Great Guild Amatu iela 6

Ķīpsala International Exposition Centre Ķīpsalas iela 8

Latvian Ethnographic Open-air Museum Brīvības gatve 440

Latvian National Museum of Art Kr. Valdemāra iela 10

Latvian National Opera and Ballet Aspazijas bulvāris 3

Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation Palasta iela 4

National History Museum of Latvia Brīvības bulvāris 32

National Library of Latvia Mūkusalas iela 3

National Museum of Art exhibition space "Arsenāls" Torņa iela 1

National Theatre Kronvalda bulvāris 2

Palladium Rīga Marijas iela 21

Putti Art Gallery Mārstaļu iela 16

Riga Dome Cathedral Doma laukums 1

Riga Museum of Decorative Arts and Design Skārņu iela 10

Riga Zoo Meža prospekts 1

Small Guild Amatu iela 3/5

Spīķeri Concert Hall Maskavas iela 4 k-1

Splendid Palace Elizabetes iela 61

St.John's Church in Riga Jāņa iela 7

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