INTERNATIONAL NETWORK OF NORWAY Oslo Chamber of Commerce WEEKEND SUGGESTIONS Week 14
HI EVERYBODY! As the temperature gets warmer and the first signs of spring begin to show why not start the season with an exciting experience. The Kollensvevet Zip Line opens on Saturday 7th April. Do you want to know what it feels like to leap from the top of the famous Holmenkollen ski jump? Then take a ride on the zip line! Kollensvevet opened for the first time in 2013. The zip line is 361 meters long and the elevation drop from top to bottom is 107.5 meters. The ticket price includes one ride on the zip line as well as entry to the Holmenkollen Ski Museum and the viewing deck. Enjoy Oslo`s best view while flying down the hill!
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USEFUL INFORMATION The City Bikes are back in business – as of 4th April. The most efficient way to get around Oslo is on a bike. City bikes are primarily used for short trips and as a supplement to public transport. The season lasts from April until the end of November and a season subscription is available for NOK 399. More information here.
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The world’s largest opera choir – join a record attempt, Saturday 14th April The Oslo opera opened in April 2008 to the sound of the «Slave choir» ("Va, pensiero") from Giuseppe Verdi's opera Nabucco. On stage there were 450 representatives from municipalities in Norway together with people who had contributed in building the opera in various ways. Click here to see and hear their singing. 10 years later we are all invited to join a huge choir on the roof of the opera building. (No need to be a professional singer!) You can sign up by buying a ticket (NOK 120) and choose the ticket category according to your voice (soprano, alt, tenor, bass). After registering, you will receive a link to rehearsal material with text, Photo: Operaen.no notes etc. More information. EVENTS 10th April - Tax seminar in cooperation with Deloitte 5th May – Friday Vibes @Mesh 17th May – Start the celebration day with our traditional breakfast
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INN WELCOME TO NORWAY SEMINAR New in Norway and curious about the country and its people? Sign up here for our popular «Welcome to Norway» Seminar, a one-day practical introduction to living and working in Norway and Oslo. The next seminar will take place 19th April 2018. Free of charge for all INN Individual Members. For INN Corporate Members/OCC Members the price per person is NOK 4150 and non-members NOK 5000, including a welcome package and lunch.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Liam Gallagher comes to Oslo Former Oasis and Beady Eye-vocal Liam Gallagher is visiting Oslo Spektrum 29th November! The British artist has just released his first solo album «As You Were». Tickets are on sale and can be bought here
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MARKETS Saturday 7th April Vestkanttorvet Bric-a-brac/antiques market
Sunday 8th April Sunday market around Blå
EXHIBITIONS Felix Gmelin/Lauren Davis Fotogalleriet - 4th-29th April at 12.00-17.00 Fotogalleriet presents two solo exhibitions with the artists Felix Gmelin and Lauren Davis. A Story for You to Continue is an exhibition that opens up multiple narratives evolving around tragic stories of one specific species: the giraffe. Starting point for these narratives is the story of Marius the giraffe that formerly inhabited the Copenhagen Zoo. Marius’ life was terminated on 9th February 2014 to “provide space for more genetically valuable giraffes.” The dissection of the giraffe's carcass was turned into a public event with – according to the zoo – educational purposes, including feeding parts of the giraffe to other Photo: VisitOslo.com zoo animals. This incident naturally fostered overall ethical debates about what it means to terminate the life of an animal termed genetically unfit for reproduction. But it also highlights how such an incident is turned into a pedagogical instrument that lives its life beyond the actual event. Address: Møllergata 34 Group Show: Immortal Youth Galleri Riis - 3th-14th April. 12.00-17.00 In their annex, Riis Gallery has installed a group show with works by gallery artists. Centered around Håvard Homstvedt's dreamlike surreal bronze bust from 2008, the gallery is featuring new works by Morten Andenæs and a recently completed suspended steel sculpture by Tone Vigeland. A special selection of works by Admir Batlak are also being shown: a group of unique textiles works derived from his latest fashion collection. Free entrance Address: Arbinsgate 7
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CONCERTS Oslo Philharmonic performs Brahms and Shostakovich: Circus and Solemnity Oslo Concert House, 5th April at 19:00 In the midst of the seriousness the richest melodies can be found, as well as a veritable gypsy celebration. This is how Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 15, his last, has been described. It feels like fun and games, but the seriousness, emotion and pain appear from just under the surface. The Brahms first movement is torn between the tumultuous and the lyrical. The second movement opens calmly with an oboe solo and the third movement is known for its bohemian character and its double stops in the Photo: VisitOslo.com opening sequence. Latvian Andris Poga and Dutch Simone Lamsma form a brilliant and serious pair for this occasion. Click here for tickets. Address: Entrance Johan Svendsens plass
Entheos String Quartet The Italian Culture Institute, 5th April at 19:00 Concert evening at The Italian Culture Institute – “Det italienske kulturinstitutt” dedicated to the Romantic string quartet. The programme includes quartets by Beethoven, Puccini and Brahms. Click here for more information. The concert is free of charge. Address: Oscarsgate 56
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Jacques Greene Klubben i Røverstaden, 6th April at 20:00 Jacques Greene’s sound has inspired a generation raised on the genres of hip hop, R’n’B, house and techno in the 90s. In early 2017, Greene released his debut album, Feel Infinite, and it is now time for the young artist to come back to visit Oslo. Click here for tickets. Address: Munkedamsveien 15
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Blind Boys of Alabama Cosmopolite, 6th April at 20:00 For the last seven decades, Blind Boys of Alabama have been performing in an ever-changing world. Still, their music has stayed relevant and has contributed to defining the sound of the American South. They first rose to prominence in the segregated South with their unique vocal melodies and live shows. Their debut single “I Can See Everybody’s Mother but Mine” came out in 1948 and kick started their now 70-year long career which includes 5 Grammys, a Lifetime Achievement Award, a place in the Gospel Photo: VisitOslo.com Hall of Fame, and collaborations with iconic artists like Mavis Staples, Stevie Wonder, Prince and Lou Reed. Click here for tickets. Address: Vogts gate 64 The Baroque Soloists (Barokksolistene) - The Alehouse Sessions Riksscenen, 6th April at 21:00 The ensemble “Barokksolistene" presents The Alehouse Sessions based on music that was performed in pubs in England during the 17th century. The audience can look forward to a mix of several different musical expressions served in a timeless and entertaining form. Click here for tickets. Address: Schous Kulturbryggeri, Trondheimsveien 2 Photo: VisitOslo.com Hot Club de Norvege Gamle Logen, 7th April at 13:00 Café concert with Hot Club de Norvege, one of Norway's most popular traditional jazz groups. For over 30 years the four musicians have travelled around the world adjusting to the times and always entertaining. First as street musicians, then TV “pause” musicians to today’s international performers with their own special style. From swing to ballads and much in between. Click here for tickets. Address: Grev Wedels plass 2
Photo: VisitOslo.com Saturday opera: Operetta cavalcade Gamle Raadhus Scene, 7th April at 17:00 On this Saturday you can experience an operetta cavalcade consisting of both well-known and some lesser known melodies by Strauss, Lehár, Kálmán and others. Performers on the day include, Sara Aasen – soprano, Eilert Hasseldal – baritone and Stefan Ibsen Zlatanos – piano. It is recommended to buy tickets here in advance. They will also be sold on the door but only if available. Address: Christiania torv 1 Photo: VisitOslo.com
Biru Baby Blå. 7th April at 20:00 «Sami baby metal on acid» is just one of the descriptions of the revolutionary band Biru Baby, with its bizarre style and sound. The group mixes the ancient Sami joiking with next level music from modern times. The result has been called "unthinkable" and "brilliantly unique". After several sensational shows in Norway back in 2015 and 2016, the name Biru Baby has been a talking point in the business. Click here for tickets. Address: Brenneriveien 9c Photo: VisitOslo.com Anne-Marie Rockerfeller, 8th April at 19:00 British pop comet Anne-Marie has had huge success in the last few years. She has toured the world with the group Rudimental, where she contributed as a singer and songwriter on several songs on the 2015 album “We the Generation”. She debuted as a solo artist that year with the Karate EP, and spawned hits such as Alarm, Do It Right, Either Way (feat. Snakehips), Ciao Adios and her collaboration with Clean Bandit, Rockabye. Her latest single is Heavy. A great live concert can Photo: VisitOslo.com be expected. Click here for tickets. Address: Torggata 16
Norwegian Chamber Orchestra and Oslo Camerata The Opera House, 8th April at 18:00 Meet two of Norway’s best chamber orchestras. The Norwegian Chamber Orchestra and Oslo Camerata are joining forces and play together for the first time. The programme includes one of the most well-known pieces written for two string orchestras: Vaughan Williams’s “Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis”. The orchestras will also perform Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 (The Symphony of Destiny), along with two interesting works with clarinettist Martin Fröst as soloist. Click here for tickets. Address: Kirsten Flagstads plass 1 Photo: VisitOslo.com Grex Vocalis and Håkon Kornstad Universitetets Aula, 8th April at 19:30 The Oslo-based choir Grex Vocalis meets Håkon Kornstad and his trio. Kornstad is a well-known jazz saxophonist, and also a trained opera singer. The ensembles promise a colourful programme with music from different genres, woven together under Edvard Munch's beautiful aula decorations. Click here to purchase your tickets. Address: Karl Johan gate 47
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DANCE An evening with Kylian, Forsythe and Øyen Den Norske Opera & Ballett, 5th and 7th April On this evening you will experience three modern masterpieces created by Jiří Kylián, William Forsythe and Alan Lucien Øyen. They have all redefined the art of dance with their unique style. Click here to buy tickets and see other dates. Address: Kirsten Flagstads Plass 1
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FAMILY & CHILDREN Family activities at Lilleborg Torg Lilleborg Torg Saturday 7th April 12.00-16.00 Free family event held on the first Saturday of the month at Lilleborg square right by river Akerselva. Activities include live music, free hot dogs, horse and buggy rides, fun games and other activities. Free event Address:Ivan Bjørndalsgate 25
Photo: VisitOslo.com Tree of Life – an exhibition about your origins and the relations between all kinds of life Natural History Museum 3rd- 30th April at 11.00-16.00 The exhibition Tree of life tells the great story about life on earth and how it developed. It takes you back in time along the genealogy of current species, all the way back to the origin of life. Not only can you see animals that exist today but also their fossil relatives. With lifelike reconstructions based on recent research, the audience can, for the first time in Norway, stand face to face with some of ours and other animals’ extinct forefathers. Join a unique journey along our own and Photo: VisitOslo.com other organisms' evolutionary history, and see where we all belong on the tree of life. Tickets on site Address: Sars gate 1
GUIDED TOURS Oslo Bike tour Now that the snow and ice are melting, why not see the city by bike. Cycle the flat city center streets and explore many of the major highlights. A 3-hour tour suitable for all fitness levels with stope for pictures and visits. Departing from a central location with comfortable hybrid bikes. Click here for more information and to reserve your place.
Photo: getyourguide.com EATING OUT Der Peppern gror / near the City Hall A tribute to true Indian kitchen. Great reviews and worth testing! Homepage
Holy Cow! / Grønland, near the tax office Indian street food in modern interior. Newly opened. Homepage
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FIRST NIGHT MOVIES A Quite Place Horror Age above 15
A family is forced to live in silence while hiding from creatures that hunt by sound.
Det Tredje Mordet/ Drama Age above 12
Misumi has a criminal record dating back many years and is now under the spotlight again. It looks like an open and shut case, for Misumi has confessed to the new charge. Enter prominent lawyer Shigemori, who harbours other ideas, which could mean the difference between life and death.
Gringo Action/Comedy Age above 15
Gringo, a dark comedy mixed with white-knuckle action and dramatic intrigue, explores the battle of survival of businessman Harold Soyinka (David Oyelowo) when he finds himself crossing the line from law- abiding citizen to wanted criminal.
Hatets vugge Documentary Age above 12
Following a daughter, wife and mother as they lead the political party Golden Dawn through the upcoming elections. The Death of Stalin Biography Age above 15
Follows the Soviet dictator’s last days and depicts the chaos of the regime after his death.
We wish you a nice weekend! Best regards, The INN Team INN® - International Network of Norway OSLO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Phone:+47 22 12 94 00 inn.chamber.no