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January 29 – May 19 Guns and revolvers from the Fire Arms Collection of the Croatian History Museum Aim! Set! Fire! The hallowed words heard so often in film! All forms of www.inyourpocket.com authentic guns, especially those made between the 16th and 20th century that strut great craftsmanship is on show. This fire arms collection has over 500 models, some of which were Croatia in Art owned by Dukes Nikola Zrinski and Josip Jelačić as well as other famous historical personas. Croatian History Museum April 16 – May (B-1) Matoševa 9, tel. 485 19 00 18 Croatia in Art – The Brogy- January 30 End of May Archaeology and Tourism Croatia anyi Collection is a haven of archaeological sites but what can we do with from Vienna ‘I them? Well, the intention here is to combine the nation’s have no strat- archaeological heritage and to construct a way in which egy, nor con- archaeology can be used to its full potential as a tourist cept. My choice resource. Archaeological Museum of the City of Zagreb of art goes on (C-3)Trg Nikole Šubića Zrinskog 19, tel. 487 30 00 instinct,’ these are the words March 10 – May 5 Drawings by the Old Italian Masters of art collector from the 15th until the 18th century from the Graphic Alfred Brogyani cabinet collection From old archives, never exhibited art who has had a works which dwell into different periods from renaissance to growing passion baroque and rococo will be displayed. See the likes of Giulio for Croatian art Romano, Francesco Primattici, Paola Veronese and also of all sorts. After autographs by Sebastian Ricci and other baroque masters his recent and of the Veneto region. It also includes our very own Juraj Julije successful dis- Klović. Graphics Cabinet (C-3), Andrije Hebranga 1, tel. play of drawings, 492 23 74 Nives Kavurić Kurtović: “Crno bijeli stisak” prints, oil paint- ings and sculp- March 3 – April 26 Yo.V.A II -Young Viennese Architects tures in Vienna’s Kunstlerhaus, his collection now moves Vienna has a lively, diverse and critical architecture scene. to Zagreb for all to see. Some of the authors are: Nives It is for that reason that there are three Universities of Kavurić Kurtović, Marija Ujević, Jagoda Buić, Zlatko Keser, Architecture in the city. Young aspiring architects from all over Dalibor Jelavić, Đuro Seder.. Modern Gallery (C-3) An- the world choose to study there and this is clearly vindicated drije Hebranga 1, tel. 492 23 68 in this exhibit. Croatian Museum of Architecture (B-1) I. G. Kovačića 37, tel. 483 45 51 zagreb.inyourpocket.com April - May 2009 2 Culture & Events Culture & Events 3
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March 19 – April 6 The 43rd Zagreb Salon An event which April 1 – 12 Ruža Klein Meštrović Notably known as the has stood the test of time and represents contemporary first wife of Croatian sculptor Ivan Meštrović, she too had fine arts! This year’s theme is ‘Anti-design/ Permanent created her own set of artworks. Twenty-nine of her works Alternatives – social responsibility of an author’. It covers will be presented which are in the hands of the Modern provocative issues within design in relation to culture, Gallery in Zagreb. Josip Račić Studio (C-2) Margaretska mass production and demand. Kvaternik Square (J-3) 3, tel. 492 23 68 underground garage April 2 Nightwish Gothic power metal at its best! The March 29 – April 4 The 8th RAF – Review of Amateur melodies of female vocalist Anette are simply angelic backed Film Who says you have to be a professional? Not here! At by the powerful sounds of the group. The concert is part of this year’s event, the official program will screen films up to their Dark Passion world tour and they’ll be accompanied by 20 minutes in length, 60 minute films, feature films and films Swedish band Pain and Finland’s Indica who will set the stage made by directors up to the age of 17. Amateur filmmakers on fire. Ticket 200-260 kuna and they can be purchased at from Croatia and abroad will show their artistry and as always, Eventim, Berilslavićeva 13. Dražen Petrović Basketball you – the audience will get the chance to rate them. Grič Centre (A-4) Trg Dražena Petrovića Cinema (C-2) Jurišićeva 6, tel. 487 28 88 April 2 – 5 Jazzarella – The 4th All Woman Jazz Festival March 31 – April 4 Test9! Festival Technology has A great musician once said that jazz tickles your muscles brought with it more means of communication then ever and the symphonies stretch your soul. This may explain why before. The theme of this year’s Test Fest is communication. Jazzarella continues to blossom. The tradition of jazz divas Communication - seen as a process of exchanging information, coming to Zagreb continues with Carla Blay, a pioneer of as content, form and goal, possibility and limitation, confusion the Free Jazz movement; followed by American jazz singer, and intervention. Roger that! Student’s Centre (B-4) Savska pianist and songwriter Patricia Barber, and Grammy Award April 25 – May 17 St Mark’s Festival These are just and courtyard of the &TD Theatre provide the ideal conditions cesta 25, tel. 459 35 10 nominee Stacey Kent. Zagreb Youth Theatre (C-2) Teslina some of the major acts at this year’s festival. The Salzburg for a vibrant yet intimate atmosphere. 7, tel. 487 45 61 Cathedral choir together with the Salzburg Cathedral Škugor is still more like an art curator than a traditional Orchestra and its solo performers, Vladimir Krpan playing concert booker, inviting bands because of their creative Brel April 4 The Sisters Of Mercy These English punk/goth sonatas by Ludwig van Beethoven, the Berlin Philharmonics impact rather than their ability to sell out a concert hall. rockers produced some major hits from the mid 80’s through Sinfonietta, the Zagreb Quartet with Haydn’s Quartet 1 and Among this year’s pictures at an exhibition are Texan art- Zagreb’s Comedy City Theatre is preparing an absolute to the mid 90’s. The band ceased recording in 1994 in protest more. It’s held across numerous venues so check the web noise terrorists Butthole Surfers, woozy sonic alchemists novelty in its repertoire – the first independent theatre of their record label. These days the band continues to tour for exact details! Saint Mark’s Church (C-1) Trg sv. Marka Mouse on Mars, and the typhoon of drum-driven noise that play by its Ballet Ensemble! The BREL play is made in and is fronted by the one and only original member Andrew bb, The Croatian Music Institute (B-2) Gundulićeva is Los Angeles’s Health. 27.04. Butthole Surfers (USA), cooperation with Croatia’s leading choreographer Dinko Eldritch. Tickets from 180 to 200 kuna. Tvornica kulture 6, St.Catherine’s Church (C-1) Katarinin trg, Mimara Sunset Rubdown (Canada), 28.04. Von Südenfed (England/ Bogdanić and Zagreb’s principal ballet dancers; this is a (E-3) Pavla Šubića 2, tel. 777 86 73 Museum (B-3) Roosveltov trg, Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Germany), Mouse On Mars (Germany), William Parker ballet story about the life and loves of Belgian chanson Hall (C-4) Trg Stjepana Radića Ensemble “The Inside Songs of Curtis Mayfield” (USA), 29.04. singer, Jacques Brel. April 16 Steve Lukather – Toto The guitar whiz and voice Dälek (USA), Oddateee (USA), 30.04. Health (USA), Zu (Italy) This kind of B-B-B project (Brel-Bogdanić-Ballet Comedy) of legendary rock band Toto is coming to rock Zagreb. Steve April 26 Beyonce The former lead singer of Destiny’s Child Student Centre (B-4) Savska cesta 25 follows on from other Comedy biographical musical pieces Lukather is the voice behind classic hits such as ‘Rosanna’, who went solo and hasn’t it paid off. Beyonce Knowles is one (Piaf, With Love, Janis, and Marilyn Monroe is scheduled), ‘Hold the line’ and ‘Africa’. He has been voted as the world’s of the worlds leading contemporary R&B and pop artists. She April 28 The Beijing Symphonic Orchestra Are you this rounds up a specific repertoire segment where the best guitar player in over 40 countries so those attending begins her European tour in Zagreb in support of her latest passionate about orchestra? One of China’s leading Comedy Theatre stands out amongst other Croatian are surely in for a treat. Tickets 150 kuna. The Best (H-4) album ‘I am…Sasha Fierce’. Tickets are bound to sell fast, symphonic orchestras perform with a guest performance by theatres. Premiere on April 24, reprisal on April 25. Jarunska 5, tel. 091 113 32 21 so get in early. Zagreb Arena (H-5) Lanište Li Biao, one of the most superb solo percussionists in the world due to his amazing technique, great understanding of Comedy Theatre Archive April 17 – 26 The 25th Zagreb Musical Biennial The grand April 27 – 30 Žedno Uho 10 Zagreb’s impressive diet of percussion instruments and extremely powerful music sense. jubilee of this international festival of contemporary music is cutting-edge music is rarely served up with such vigour as Programme: F. Kejie, B. Yuakai, G. Wen Jing, M. P. Musorgski. being celebrated with the theme ‘Arts-Politics’. The schedule during Žedno Uho (Thirsty Ear), a short sharp shock of a Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall (C-4) Trg Stjepana Radića consists of opera, ballet, multimedia projects and a series of festival that administers nine doses of boundary-pushing 4, tel. 612 11 66 concerts by chamber ensembles from ten different countries. sounds over a four-day period. It’s a packed agenda so check out the website for all details. Founded ten years ago, the festival grew out of the concert Student’s Centre and &TD Theatre (B-4) Savska 25, The schedule of the KSET club (see p.41) in the late 1990s, Awards and nominations! Croatian Music Institute (B-2) Gundulićeva 6, Theatre when international acts started including Zagreb in their tour Gavella (B-2) Frankopanska 8-10, Croatian National schedules after years of giving the place a wide berth. KSET’s Great news as Croatian writer Dubravka Ugrešić has Theatre (B-3) Trg Maršala Tita 15, tel. 487 23 70 chief concert booker Mate Škugor made a point of bringing been chosen as one of the 14 candidates to compete in the most out-on-a-limb, genre-defining acts he could find, for the prestigious Man Booker International 2009 Book quickly turning KSET into the most alternative – and the most Award. Not to mention the Croatian documentary entitled Make friends? Just click! fashionable – club in the city. ‘Three Directors’ by Goran Dević who took out the Best Žedno Uho has since moved from KSET to the Student Centre Short Film Award at the One World Film Festival for Human www.inyourpocket.com (Studentski Centar; www.sczg.hr), where the auditoria, bar Rights in Prague.
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Zoran Predin May 3 HGM Zagreb Jazz Orchestra plays music with: The May 24 – 28 The 3rd Zagreb Jewish Film Festival This Tonight Show Band with John Thomas, trumpet (USA)The new and innovative festival seeks to promote film that The Klovićevi dvori Gallery Tonight Show Band had brought the most popular swing and involves Jewish subject matter whilst also promoting films jazz songs to the big TV audience in the USA from 1962 to from Israel. Other events in the schedule include workshops; April 27 – August 2 As a follow up to the cultural exhibition the 1990’s, especially with The Tonight Show starring Johnny seminars and an exotic music program. It’s catered to all ‘Dalmatinska zagora – The Unknown Land’ which was by Carson. They are joined by trumpeter John Thomas who is generations and gives visitors a great insight into Jewish far the most successful exhibition project to date, the a renowned lead trumpeter and a member of the Count culture and tradition. Europa Cinema (B-2) Varšavska 3, Klovićevi dvori Gallery is opening a new exhibition as part Basie Orchestra. Croatian Television (I-4) Bajsić Studio, tel. 487 28 88 of its series of exhibitions which represent the overall Prisavlje 3, tel. 611 16 00 heritage of each Croatian region to the Croatian public. May 25 – June 2 The 26th Week of Contemporary Dance This new exhibition is entitled ‘Slavonia, Baranja, Srijem May 5 – 10 The 7th Queer Zagreb Growing in popularity Devotees of contemporary dance already know that this – The Wellspring of European Civilization’ which will and stature, the Queer Festival has become somewhat is still the most important dance event in this region. Not stretch across all four floors of the Gallery with over two of an international event which questions social norms to forget, this event also promotes theatre through mime thousand artefacts to be showcased. through the eyes of contemporary art. The program features and movement and you are invited to see both local and With this exhibition, the public can learn more about theatre, dance, fine art and film. ‘Body – Fetish’ is the feature international artists perform; the opening act will be the this extremely important Croatian region from which Sergent Garcia T-mobile INmusic festival theme this year plus special guest German choreographer Netherland Theater (NDT). Zagreb Youth Theatre (C-2) Europe’s cultural roots had spread through the Vučedol Raimund Hoghe. Festival center and Box office open daily Teslina 7, Gavella (B-2) Frankopanska 8 - 10, Croatian culture and other pre-historical cultures. The heritage from 12:00 – 19:00 from April 27 – May 10, at Gallery Nova National Theatre (B-3)Trg maršla Tita 15. Info at tel. of this rich part of Croatia which emerged and has been (Showroom), Teslina 7. Student’s Centre and &TD Theatre 464 11 54 preserved since the dawning of the first civilizations (B-4) Savska cesta 25, Histrionski dom (A-2) Ilica 90, until today will be staged in chronological sequence. Zagreb Youth Theatre (C-2) Teslina 7, Europa Cinema May 26 – 28 The 8th Festival of Equal Opportunities There will be rich heritage examples of many prehistoric (B-2) Varšavska 3. Equality is the key! And that’s what this is all about as cultures, testimonies of ancient times, the achievements people with disabilities will perform alongside other artists of builders throughout the early and late medieval times, May 11 The London Symphonic Orchestra One of the to showcase their own creative abilities and talents. See how cuttings of renaissance, the pomp of the baroque period, world’s leading orchestras is set to grace the new Zagreb this three day street festival gathers over 900 performers moderation of classicism and lunges of modern and Arena in what is expected to be an outstanding event on the from Croatia and abroad. Ban Jelačić Square (C-2) and contemporary art. In addition to such examples of cultural seasonal calendar. It will be conducted by Valerij Georgijev and Nikola Šubić Zrinski Square (C-3) richness, the exhibition will not bypass the valuable the programs by S. Rahmanjinov and S. Prokofjev. Zagreb natural elements of the region either: the plains, fertile Arena (H-5) Lanište May 27 – 31 The 44th International Floraart You don’t fields, forests, swamps, and rivers which bind as one. necessarily have to get down and dirty here with gloves, Therefore, do not miss this unique opportunity to see May 15 – 23 The 2nd Subversive Film Festival – Kina a shovel or a pick! But you do have to admire the trees, all the riches of Slavonia, Baranja and Srijem in the one 1949 – 2009. Witness over 60 films with the major program plants and flowers that will be on display. This horticultural place – at the Klovićevi dvori Gallery. Join us in turning highlighting the cinematography history and outstanding manifestation dates back as early as 1891 and brings us all back the time whilst visiting this extraordinary exhibit modern day productions that come from China, Taiwan and a gasp of fresh air! Lake Bundek (J-4) over the next three months. The Klovićevi dvori Gallery Hong Kong. Expect round table discussions and you are (C-1) Jezuitski trg, tel. 485 19 26 bound to meet both home-grown and foreign actors, artists May 27 – 31 Mark’s Fair – The fair of old crafts (trades) and intellects from the industry. Europa Cinema (B-2) Step back in time ladies and gents as this grand old fair Varšavska 3, tel. 487 28 88 brings back some nostalgic memories of the ways locals once lived. Numerous performers and exhibits will colour ZagrebDox May 17 – June 5 Damir Sokić – Smoke Liberates Freedom the Ban Jelačić Square. The fair was first held back in 1256 Lost for words? Just click! or restriction! Just as the title suggests, these are kinetic and it would often move from one part of the city to another. installations, sculptures and objects in which Sokić refers to Ban J. Jelačić Square www.inyourpocket.com many famous art icons of the 20th century and comments on them in his own way. Sokić has been working at the May 31 – June 5 Festival of the European Short Story Zagreb Academy of Fine Arts as a docent and lecturer. The Arguably central Europe’s best showcase for short-fiction The Mandl Collection Glyptotheque of the Croatian Academy of Science and talent, the Festival of the European Short Story (Festival Art (C-1) Medvedgradska 2, tel. 468 60 50 europske kratke priče or FEKP) is also one of the most Anton Dominik Fernkorn: “Ban Josip April 30 – May 18 enjoyable events of its kind. It’s certainly an easy festival to Jelačić na konju” The Mandl Collec- May 20 – 31 2009 Essl Awards for Central and South- follow, with participating authors reading in their own language tion A memorial ex- East Europe Every two years this exhibition presents works while Croatian and English translations are displayed on big hibition marking the from Austria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, screens either side of the stage. 50th anniversary Slovakia and Slovenia which are awarded by an international What makes the event unique is its easy-going atmosphere. since the death of jury. Its goal is to promote young and creative talents and All the events are free, there’s no need to reserve seats in this great collec- to give them the opportunity to present their work at an advance, and you get to mingle with the authors at the bar tor and engineer; international level. The Glyptotheque of the Croatian afterwards (and what’s more they don’t seem to mind). Dragutin Mandl’s (1892 – 1959) Nenad Puhovski Academy of Science and Art (C-1) Medvedgradska 2, Now in its eighth year, FEKP has a reputation for attracting tel. 468 60 50 top names from diverse backgrounds. Putting the word treasures contains “European” in the title was intended as a playful poke in the over 3000 artefacts May 21 Depeche Mode If you missed them last time, then eye for all those who thought that Anglo-American writers including medals, don’t this time! This electronic outfit from England returns as were the only ones that mattered. Appropriately enough, one plaques, models, part of their ‘Tour of the universe 2009’. They are one of the of this year’s Irish participants Micheál Ó Conghaile will be badges, money and few bands to have remained from the so called New Wave reading his work in Gaelic. The European label is however a more. This exhibit era. The have had 46 hit singles and have sold over 75 million flexible one, and this year’s festival features both Palestinian sh owcas es th e albums. What more needs to be said? Tickets 300 - 500kn. writer Samir El-Youssef and Israeli novelist Alex Epstein. finest creations in Zagreb Arena (H-5) Lanište The festival runs from May 31 to June 5, with venues Croatian medallion- including Profil Megastore Bogovićeva 7 (C-1), Booksa ship and it’s a great café (see p.40), and the &TD Theatre in the Student Centre way to see th e Zagreb (Studentski Centar) on Savska Cesta 25 (B-4). Check www. changes over time in Croatian cultural history. Modern telephone code is +385-1 festival-price.profil.hr for programme details. Gallery (C-3) Andrije Hebranga 1, tel. 492 23 68
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Valery Gergiev Classical Music In the vast and wide-ranging world of classical music there is truly something for everyone, and by no means are our audiences in Zagreb short of an exciting and irresistible journey this spring, with a first-class line up of events which will provide for exquisite listening pleasure.
April 22 at 20:00 Mirta Pleteršek-Blašković violin Biserka Krčelić harp Preporodna dvorana palače Narodnoga doma (C-1) Opatička 18, tel. 489 53 10
April 4 at 07:30 Gustavo Tavares, Antonio Meneses, Giovanni Sollima, Michael Flaksman, Julius Berger, Mario Brunello, Enrico Dindo, Thomas Demenga – double bass A concert made in the memory of Antonio Janigro which marks the 20 anniversary since his death. Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall (C-4) Trg Stjepana Radića Queer Bolero 4, tel. 612 11 66
May 4 at 20:00 The Zagreb Quartet Program: M. Ruždjak, J. Haydn, J. Brahms Croatian Music Institute (B-3) Gundulićeva 6, tel. 483 09 24
May 12 at 20:00 Piano Pianissimo Katarina Krpan, piano Program: J. S. Bach Preporodna dvorana palače Narodnoga doma (C-1) Opatička 18, tel. 489 53 10
Marija Braut: Irena Pasarić May 19 at 07:30 The Lithuanian National Symphonic Orchestra Pier Carlo Orizio, conductor Yundi Li, piano Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall (C-4) Trg Stjepana Radića 4, tel. 612 11 66 Opera Opera is an art form in which singers and musicians perform a dramatic work. For many its music to their ears, it also incorporates spoken theatre, acting, scenery and costume. Two wonderful performances are set for the up and coming months.
April 16 The 25th jubilee Musical Biennial Zagreb will open with the premiere of the opera entitled Crux Dissimulata by the Croatian composer Srećko Bradić. It will be conducted by Alun Francis and directed by Krešimir Dolenčić. Croatian National Theatre (B-3) Trg maršala Tita 15, tel. 488 84 15
May 9 Metropolitan in Lisinski - Gioachino Rossini’s La Cenerentola – Cinderella Conducted by Maurizio Benini and directed by Cesare Lievi. Performers include Elīna Garanča, Lawrence Brownlee, Simone Alberghini, Alessandro Corbelli, John Relyea. Show starts at 18:30 with live HD coverage. 95 kuna per ticket. Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall (C-4) Trg Stjepana Radića 4, tel. 612 11 66
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Last chance to see... Sport Events March 10 - April 15 Zoltan April Novak: Night Pictures The 01 – 05.04. World Synchronized Ice-skating Championship exhibition will showcase paintings Dom Sportova, Trg Krešimira Ćosića 11, Croatian Ice- in a bigger format as oil on canvas skating Association, phone 00385 1 301 23 23, www. which were painted between croskate.hr 2007 and 2009. Novak is one of those painters who constantly, 18 – 19.04. The 26th Croatia Open International rowing firmly and convincingly seeks regatta Lake Jarun, Rowing Association of the city of new options within his firmly set Zagreb, Aleja Matije Ljubeka bb, phone 00385 1 3831 and recognizable boundaries. 585, www.vsz.hr; [email protected] Gliptoteka HAZU (C-1) Medvedgradska 2, tel. 468 60 50 23 – 26.04. Mladost Trophy International figure skating competition Dom Sportova, Trg Krešimira Ćosića 11, HASK Mladost, Teslina 10/3, phone 00385 1 48 28 Dance 458 April 22 The Plummer The first performance of the May contemporary ballet entitled The Plummer, which was made 02 – 03.05. Inter City Regatta Lake Jarun, Zagreb according to the Boris Vian motif with music by Goran Rowing Association, Aleja Matije Ljubeka bb, phone Tudor who has composed music for chamber ensembles, 00385 1 3831 585, www.vsz.hr documentaries and animated films, electronic and dance shows. This is his debut in theatre music production. &TD 02 – 10.05. ITF Women’s Tournament Zagreb Open Theatre (B-4) Savska cesta 25, tel. 459 35 10 Majoli Tennis Centre, Jurjevska 65a, phone 00385 1 4677 484 April 25 Process Attend the premiere of Franz Kafka’s Process by Berislav Šipuša and Staša Zurovac. It’s all part 08 – 10.05. European Senior Karate Championship Dom of the Musical Biennial Zagreb. Croatian National Theatre Sportova, Great Hall, Croatian Karate Association, Trg (B-3)Trg maršala Tita 15, tel. 488 84 15 Krešimira Ćosića 11, phone 00385 1 3650 555, www. karate.hr May 9 Devilish Girl This popular comic ballet, which was first, premiered in Bordeaux over 2 centuries ago, returns. Over the 08 – 10.05. The 5th Zagreb Open Diving Tournament years it has been chopped and changed, today it is mostly Mladost Winter Swimming Pool, Trg Krešimira Ćosića performed in two versions. The ballet is choreographed by 10, Zagreb Diving Association, Trg Krešimira Ćosića 10, the former director of the Dresden Ballet, Vladimir Derevianko. phone 00385 1 6398 594 Croatian National Theatre (B-3) Trg maršala Tita 15, tel. 488 84 15 09 – 17.05. ATP Challenger Zagreb Open Mladost Sports Park, Jarunska 5, Top Spin, Jarunska 5, phone 00385 1 Unique jewellery 3693 690, www.zagrebopen.hr 16 – 17.05. The 17th Grand Award of the city of Zagreb March 31 – May 3, Unknown place The artistic This regatta is the open championships of the city of expression of Nenad Zagreb Great Lake, Jarun, YC Zagreb, Trg žrtava fašizma Roban is illustrated in his 14, phone 00385 1 6113 565 innovative elements of design in jewellery. His 22 – 23.05. The 13th University Eights Race Lake Jarun, works emph asis e th e Zagreb Rowing Association, Aleja Matije Ljubeka bb, unusual and unexpected phone 00385 1 3831 585, www.vsz.hr yet the refreshingly thought provoking. Working for the 22 – 24.05. Zagiping International open table tennis past 35 years, Roban’s studies at the Royal Academy championships of the city of Zagreb Dom Sportova, Trg of Fine Arts in Antwerp saw influences develop from Krešimira Ćosića 11, Zagreb Table Tennis Association, modern movements of cubism, constructivism and punk. Vukovarska 284, phone 00385 1 6398 588 Utilising a contemporary approach and a love of metal, his varied portfolio of exquisitely distinctive designs are 30 – 31.05. The 18th Croatia Cup International karate formed by a conceptual awareness of answers to issues tournament Croatia Karate Club, Trnsko 25, phone 00385 of emotion and inspirations of current events. Roban 91 4242 423, www.prokarate.eu strives to accentuate his pieces for purpose or, for the spirit within a person. 28 – 30.05. The 35th Ina Croatia Delta Rally Delta Auto Movement and space form the basis of his abstract and Club, Trg kralja Petra Krešimira IV 14, phone 00385 1 at times theatrical designs. Compositions are carried 4611 850, www.akdelta.hr out in gold, silver, metal, wood, plastic and bone among other organic materials. 29 – 31.05. Zagreb Trophy (men’s and women’s) His urban styles have won him the Best Jewellery Volleyball Hall, Jarunska 5, Zagreb Volleyball Association, Designer of Croatia in 2006 among other awards. Vukovarska 284, phone 00385 1 6398 543, www.zos. Currently he is exhibiting work at Art & Crafts Museum, hr Trg maršala Tita 10, tel. 488 21 11 zagreb.inyourpocket.com April - May 2009