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INTERNATIONAL NETWORK OF Chamber of Commerce WEEKEND SUGGESTIONS Week 44

HI EVERYBODY!

The Oslo World Music Festival gives you the opportunity to hear fantastic voices from all corners of the world. This is a world music festival in the right sense of the word, with artists from all continents, many of whom are in Oslo for the first time in their lives. The festival is held every autumn. This year’s theme is “Soundtrack of a Nation”. Click here for more information and here for tickets, send an email to post@ osloworld.no or call 22 02 59 00 Photo: osloworld.no

INN MEMBER EVENTS

An Enlightening Supermarket Tour, November 4 at 09.30 We invite all INN members to an enlightening supermarket tour. It is not always easy to know what kind of food/products to buy when moving to a new country. A new language or unique items you’ve never seen before can make it a frustrating activity. Why not join us on our monthly tour of a Norwegian supermarket? We will point out different products, explain some of the more unusual ones and show you common items you may need in your daily life. We will also reveal some Norwegian seasonal delicacies that you may be interested to try. Click here for more information and registration.

The Norwegian Healthcare System, November 5 at 17.30 The health care system in Norway ensures free basic medical services to all citizens and those registered as residents or working in Norway. What does it mean to each of us and how does the system work? Don’t miss this informative event where you will have the chance to learn more about medicines, hospitals and the European Health Insurance card, among other topics. Click here for more information and registration.

Tour of the Munch Museum, November 7 at 10.45 For the first time a major exhibition is devoted to the two giants in the history of Norwegian art, Edvard Munch and Gustav Vigeland, Their work, development and ambitions have many interesting traits in common, which will provide an opportunity to discover new connections between the two. They worked during the same period, were connected with the same circles and influenced by the same contemporary art movements. But were also considered rivals. The exhibition wishes to clarify these opinions. Click here for more information and registration. Photo: munchmuseet.no Remember to check out our calendar for upcoming INNEvents

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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 on November 13. Free of charge for all INN Individual Members. For INN Corporate Members/ OCC Members the price per person is NOK 4000 and non-members NOK 5000, including a welcome package and lunch.

OSLO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EVENTS

Both Oslo Chamber of Commerce and INN members are welcome to these events:

Doing Business in Slovakia, November 10 from 08.45 – 12.40 In cooperation with the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Oslo, the Oslo Chamber of Commerce will arrange a seminar on the opportunities for Norwegian companies in Slovakia. The seminar will be followed by a networking lunch. Click here for more information and registration.

International Forum and Christmas Dinner, November 19 The last International Forum of 2015 will host a fascinating presentation by CEO Øyvind Hasaas on the future plans for Oslo Airport. After the presentation, we invite you to take part in the annual Christmas dinner, serving traditional Norwegian festive food and drink. A great opportunity to learn more about Norwegian culture. The evening will feature entertainment and the very popular business card lottery with fantastic prizes. As part of our ten-year jubilee celebration, we are offering a special price for INN members (click here to register). OCC members and non-members may register here.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Iron Maiden to Oslo June 15 The British rock legends are bringing The Book of Souls World Tour to Telenor Arena. Iron Maiden recently released the double The Book of Souls, which topped the charts in more than 40 countries. On the upcoming world tour, the band will visit 35 countries with their own Boeing 747, and the pilot is no other than the band’s vocalist, Bruce Dickinson. Support on the entire world tour is The Raven Age, and the concert in Telenor Arena will also feature an appearance from the Swedish band Ghost. Tickets on sale here. Photo: billettservice.no

Kraftwerk concerts in the Opera House The German electronica pioneers will perform eight 3D shows in August, all with surround hi-fi sound. Each concert will be unique, centred on one of the Kraftwerk’s eight as well as their biggest hits. The multimedia project Kraftwerk was started in 1970, and within a few years they had achieved international recognition for their innovative compositions. Their music, with its synthetic voices, digital beats and always the latest in music technology, has had enormous influence on modern music genres like hip-hop, , synthpop and electronica. Kraftwerk’s 3D show has previously been performed at MoMA in New York, Tate Modern in and the Opera House in Sydney. Tickets on sale here. Photo: operaen.no GUIDED TOURS

Oslo Ghost Walk: Halloween special, October 31 at 19.00 Oslo is more than 1000 years old, and its history is filled with horrifying stories, ranging from the time of the Vikings to bloody battles between our neighbouring countries. Many joyful and happy events have taken place here as well. Some of these old, historic events have left hidden and mysterious traces. And some of the souls of the old times may very well still be here, waiting and lingering... Oslo City and Nature Walks takes you on a historic and at times creepy walk through the streets of old Christiania and fortress. This is a special Halloween edition, with extra spooky special effects! The tour is guided in English. It is not necessary to book ahead, tickets are purchased on site from the guide (cash only). Click here for more information, send an email to [email protected] or call 41 31 87 40. Start: Christiania torv

How to get there: Tram 12 to Christiania torv Photo: oslowalks.no

CONCERTS

Silvia Pérez Cruz, Nasjonal Jazzscene, October 29 at 20.00 Catalan singer Sílvia Pérez Cruz is about to reach a new turning point in her career. She has made herself known in jazz, fado and flamenco circuits, and over the years she has been a remarkable musical storyteller. These days she plays the lead role in Eduard Cortés’ film Cerca de tu Casa, a dance musical about a family that struggles through the financial crisis and lose their home. The role seems to be made for Sílvia Pérez Cruz, who has a stunning charismatic stage personality. Pérez Cruz is visiting Norway for the first time and will perform at a very special solo concert as part of the Oslo World Music Festival. Click here for more information (in Norwegian) and here for tickets, send an email to [email protected] or call 22 00 56 60. Address: Karl Johans gate 35 How to get there: All public transportation to National Theatre Photo: nasjonaljazzscene.no

Acoustic Voices in Tomba Emmanuelle, Emanuel Vigeland Museum, October 29 – 30 at 19.00 and 21.00 Tomba Emanuelle is known for its unique acoustics. This concert presents works written especially for the mausoleum by composer Kristin Bolstad, and an improvisation by the vocal duo LUDO. Click here for more information and here for tickets, send an email to post@ emanuelvigeland.museum.no or call 22 14 57 88. Address: Grimelundsveien 8 How to get there: Bus 46 to Grimelundsveien Photo: emanuelvigeland.museum.no Myths and Legends, Ridehuset, October 30 at 19.00 In connection with Halloween, The Staff Band of the and visitor centre holds a mysterious and mythical evening at the fortress. The evening starts out with a concert where the concert band performs music inspired by myths and legends from around the globe. After the concert, the audience is invited on a ghost-themed guided tour of the fortress grounds (in Norwegian). Click here for more information (in Norwegian) and here for tickets, send an email to [email protected] or call 23 09 39 17. Address: Kirkegata, by the main gate

Photo: forsvarsbygg.no How to get there: Trams 12/13/19 to Kongens gate Release Concert with David Skinner, Deichmanske Hovedbibliotek, October 31 at 13.00 Concert in the Lecture Hall at the main Deichman library with jazz pianist David Arthur Skinner, who is releasing his second solo album, Cubistic Boogie. Free admission. Click here for more information (in Norwegian). Address: Arne Garborgs plass 4 How to get there: Bus 37 to Arne Garborgs plass Photo: deichman.no

The Prodigy, Oslo Spektrum, October 31 at 19.30 The legendary electronica band is back on the road, now with a brand new album, “”. The energetic group will perform new material along with hit songs like “,” “Firestarter,” “Breathe”, “” and “”. The band was founded in 1990 in the UK, and has been through different styles from and hardcore techno to alternative rock and . The band currently consists of , and Reality. Click here for tickets or call 815 11 211. Address: Sonja Henies plass 2 How to get there: All public transportation to Oslo S/Jernbanetorget Photo: oslospektrum.no

Wyclef Jean, Sentrum Scene, November 1 at 19.00 from Haiti became a superstar in the ‘90s with the , which sold an incredible 15 million copies of the album The Score. As a solo artist Wyclef has enjoyed tremendous success and topped the charts around the world with songs such as “911” with Mary J. Blige, “ ” and “”. Click here for more information and here for tickets, send an email to post@ rockefeller.no or call 22 20 32 32. Address: Arbeidersamfunnets plass 1 How to get there: Buses 30/31/34/54, trams 11/12/13/17 to Brugata Photo: rockefeller.no

DANCE

Cosmic Body, Black Box Teater, until November 1 at 19.00 Cosmic Body is described as a Gesamtkunstwerk (total art work) where krautrock meets Einstein on the Beach and the minimalist composer Terry Riley. The result is an ambient room that does not exist. Cosmic Body is Ingri Fiksdal’s updated expanse of choreographed lights, illusions, sounds, moving bodies and objects, an intended disorientation of the sensorium to experience a transformative effect. Click here for more information and here for tickets, send an email to [email protected] or call 23 40 77 70. Address: Marstrandgata 8 How to get there: Bus 30 to Dælenenga Photo: blackbox.no

Rhythm, Roots and Revolution, Dansens Hus, October 31 – November 1 at 15.00 Rhythm, Roots & Revolution is an energetic and hard-hitting dance performance that deals with the struggle for self-preservation, survival and self-definition. Tabanka Ensemble sheds light on our own times through a distinct Afro-Norwegian identity. Tabanka is known for its soulful choreographies, undulating spines, pulsating rhythms and a strong desire to tell their stories. The company is not afraid to use dance to explore profound topics. Click here for more information and tickets, send an email to svar@ dansenshus.com or call 23 70 94 25. Address: Møllerveien 2

How to get there: Buses 34/54 to Møllerveien Photo: dansenshus.com THEATRE & SHOW

Ol’ Man River, Cafeteatret,until October 31 Paul Robeson is more or less forgotten today, but during his own times he was one of the world’s greatest artists. The Afro-American artist and civil rights activist managed to take his music from smaller venues in the US onto the most significant stages in the world. He used his position to fight violent racism in the US. Ol’ man river, by Jason Nemor Harden and Cliff A. Moustache, is a musical theatre about Paul Robeson’s life and his music during difficult times in America. The main role is played by the Afro-American musician Jason Nemor Harden. The performance is in English, and is part of the programme of Oslo World Music Festival. Click here for more information and tickets (in Norwegian), send an email to dominic@ nordicblacktheatre.no or call 22 41 95 00. Address: Hollendergata 8 How to get there: Trams 18/19 to Oslo gate/Munkegata or bus 37 to Politihuset Photo: nordicblacktheatre.no

FAMILY & CHILDREN

Halloween at the Munch Museum, October 31 Celebrate Halloween at the Munch museum! Halloween-themed workshop for children from 12.00 – 16.00: make collages, masks and your very own Halloween pumpkin. Spooky storytelling (in Norwegian) at 16.00 (children) and 18.00 (adults). Screening of Scream 1 at 19.00. The exhibition Vigeland+Munch will be open from 10.00 to 21.00. Click here for more information (in Norwegian), send an email to info.munch@ munchmuseet.no or call 23 49 35 00. Address: Tøyengata 53 How to get there: All metro lines to Tøyen Photo: wikipedia.org

Arts Exploration Day, Grønland Kulturstasjon/Asylet Café, October 31 from 11.00 – 17.00 Grønland kulturstasjon and Asylet Café welcome children and adults to experience dance, art, colours, smells and tastes from all over the world. This year’s programme contains a number of workshops, shows, concerts and exhibitions for children of all ages. The event is free and open to all. Click here for more information. Address: Tøyenbekken 5 How to get there: All metro lines to Tøyen Photo: osloworld.no

Halloween Weekend, Hard Rock Cafe Oslo, October 30 - 31 Halloween celebration for children at Hard Rock Cafe with face painting and treasure hunt. Prizes: candy and fun stuff from the Rock Shop. Click here for more information, send an email to [email protected] or call 40 00 62 60. Address: Karl Johans gate 45 How to get there: All public transportation to National Theatre Photo: hardrockcafe.no Kids Art Weekend, Ekebergparken skulpturpark - Hakkespettene, October 31 from 12.00 – 16.00 Ekebergparken Sculpture Park invites children to partake in an exciting Halloween celebration! Are you brave enough to meet spooky characters, and enjoy solving puzzles? Join an exciting Halloween guided tour. The nearby restaurant Karlsborg Spiseforretning will be open and offering a special, spooky Halloween menu. Click here for more information, send an email to [email protected] or call 21 42 19 19. Address: Kongsveien 23 How to get there: Trams 18/19 to Oslo Hospital/Sjømannsskolen Photo: ekebergparken.com

Kosedyrenesdag, Sæteren Gård, November 1 from 11.30 – 15.00 All children, soft toys and the entire family are ​​invited to Bærumsmarka on Sunday. There will be soft toy’s race, face painting, competitions, stick bread grilling and lots of fun! Lyriaca will perform at 12.30 and 13.30 and the café will be open. No registration necessary. Click here for more information (in Norwegian). Address: Murenveien 151, 1356 Bekkestua How to get there: Bus 143 to Griniveien or parking at Øverland Gård and then about 2 km walk on a gravel road (suitable for bicycles and strollers). Photo: dntoslo.no

FIRST NIGHT MOVIES

Babadook (AUS) A single mother, plagued by the violent death of her husband, battles with her son’s fear of a monster lurking in the house, but soon discovers a sinister presence all around her. With Essie Davis, Noah Wiseman, Daniel Henshall, Hayley McElhinney, Barbara West and Ben Winspear. Photo: nfkino.no

James Bond: Spectre (USA/UK) A cryptic message from Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organisation. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE. With Daniel Craig, Ralph Fiennes, Monica Bellucci, Christoph Waltz, Léa Seydoux, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris, Dave Bautista, Rory Kinnear, Andrew Scott and Jesper Christensen. Photo: nfkino.no

Sang fra Havet/Song of the Sea (IRL/DEN/FRA/BEL/LUX) Animation film (dubbed in Norwegian). Ben, a young Irish boy, and his little sister Saoirse, a girl who can turn into a seal, go on an adventure to free the fairies and save the spirit world. Photo: nfkino.no

Hotel Transylvania 2 (USA) Animation film (dubbed in Norwegian). Dracula and his friends try to bring out the monster in his half human, half vampire grandson in order to keep Mavis from leaving the hotel. Photo: nfkino.no OUTSIDE OF OSLO

Tenorane og Steffen Horn, Fortress, October 30 from 20.00 – 21.30 Come and experience Tenorane and Steffen Horn at Fredriksten Fortress! The group consists of three professional tenors and a world-class pianist. The repertoire ranges from evocative songs, powerful opera arias, swinging rhythms and a good portion of humor. Click here for tickets, send an email to [email protected] or call 81 53 31 33.

Address: General Road 6, 1769 Photo: visitoslofjord.no

Halloween Night, Den Gylne Høne, October 31 at 18.00 Don’t miss a Halloween night with music, something to eat and funny scary pranks. There will be prizes for the scariest outfits! Address: Borgergata 12, 1767 Halden Photo: visitoslofjord.no

We wish you all a lovely weekend!

Best regards, The INN Team

INN® - International Network of Norway OSLO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Phone:+47 22 12 94 00 inn.chamber.no