28 Mar

The 36th MEDIAWAVE International Film and Music Festival Szigliget @ Castle Lake Balaton 2026.

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(Press release) The 36th MEDIAWAVE International Film and Music Festival will once again be held on the shores of Lake Balaton, at Szigliget Castle, between April 30 and May 3, 2026. The international film and music gathering returns for the 36th time. The film program are selected from 670 nominated works from 42 countries, a diverse musical offering and rich accompanying programs meet the unique, genre-blending spirit of the festival.

The festival is not only about films: in addition to jazz, world music and folk music, special DJ sets will provide the atmosphere every day. During the day, workshops, a fair, a community table and theater productions await those interested, while the genre mixes and unexpected musical encounters typical of MEDIAWAVE promise a defining experience this year as well – one exciting example of this is the performance of the eclectic ethno-funk formation Cpt. Fonk from Belgium.

The musical program includes well-known Hungarian and international performers such as Parno Graszt, Góbé, György Ferenczi and 1ső Pesti Rackák, from the electronic music scene Óperentzia, Obadu Live and the Montanaro–Zlatanos live act duo, while the world of jazz is represented by the Barabás Lőrinc Quartet and the Geröly Space Quartet. The Flock Projekt air theater will also be presenting its new performance.

Mark the date not to be missed by you.

Update by Aggie Reiter

27 Mar

Herald News … Enyedi Ildikó – The Silent Friend Awarded the Order of the French Knighthood.

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Ildikó Enyedi, the director of the Golden Bear-winning and Oscar-nominated In Body and Soul, received the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres award from the French Ministry of Culture last night.

France’s iconic cinema and film archive, the Cinémathèque française in Paris, is also paying tribute to her life’s work. The director’s entire cinematic oeuvre has been scheduled to be shown on the occasion of the premiere of her latest film, The Silent Friend, which won 6 awards at the Venice Film Festival, in France Cinemas The Silent Friend will be shown from the 1st of April. The film is still showing in Hungarian cinemas, with more than 44,000 viewers buying tickets for it so far.

The French Order of Merit for Arts and Letters was founded in 1957 and is under the control of the French Ministry of Culture. The Order is awarded to “persons who have distinguished themselves for their artistic or literary work, or for their contribution to the spread of art and literature in France and the world.”The Cinémathèque française will screen the following films from Enyedi’s oeuvre: The Mole (1986), My 20th Century (1989), The Magic Hunter (1994), Tamás and Juli (1997), Simon the Magician (1999), Of Body and Soul (2017), The Story of My Wife (2021) and The Silent Friend. Ildikó Enyedi received a prestigious award after the screening of The Silent Friend, receiving the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres (Chevalier of Arts and Letters) from the French Ministry of Culture. A few days later, she will give a master class after the screening of My 20th Century.

In Enyedi’s new film, The Silent Friend, an old tree stands in the middle of a botanical garden. It is lonely, like the other inhabitants of the garden – thousands of kilometres away from their original habitat, so that we can admire and observe them. As we observe them, they observe us. They witness our short, tangled, noisy and troubled lives. The film tells three stories, three hesitant encounters between man and plant, when these two radically different perceptions are truly connected for a moment. Our human heroes, like the plants in the garden, are outsiders, lonely souls. And they yearn for connection just as they do.

The film also stars Tony Leung Chiu-Wai (Strictly Dirty, In Love), Luna Wedler – who won the Marcello Mastroianni Award for Best New Actor at the 82nd Venice Film Festival for his performance – and Enzo Brumm. The supporting cast includes internationally renowned actors such as the lead actor of My Wife’s Story, Léa Seydoux (Spectre, No Time to Die), Johannes Hegemann (New Opportunities series), Sylvester Groth (Inglourious Basterds, Darkness series), Rainer Bock (Haneke: The White Ribbon) and Martin Wuttke (Inglourious Basterds).

Update by Aggie Reite

25 Mar

King of Pop – Michael Jackson story begins @ Worldwide Theaters – April, 24.2026.

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The upcoming Michael Jackson biopic is set to hit worldwide movie theaters as well in Budapest and throughout Hungary on April 24. The original premiere had to be postponed after the crew reshot some scenes due to legal hurdles.

The original film would have featured scenes featuring Jackson’s accuser in the child molestation case. However, he had previously reached an agreement with Jackson’s estate, stipulating that he would not appear in any dramatized productions of Jackson’s life.

After a long search, the most suitable person for the lead role was finally found within the family. The lead role in the biopic is played by the singer’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson, whose voice and movements faithfully evoke the pop icon.

Director Antoine Fuqua said King of Pop, Michael, takes the viewers on a spiritual journey which shouldn’t be missed even love his videos or not.

Director Antoine Fuqua is known mainly for his action and crime films (Sniper, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, The White House, The Defender), but he also made a documentary about Muhammad Ali. He started his career with successful music videos, and as a child, he liked Michael Jackson’s music videos the most on Music Television, partly because he was the first black artist to appear regularly on the music channel.

The film is produced by Graham King and distributed by Lionsgate and Universal

Check the movie theaters in Hungary around you … grab your seat … take a break … enjoy … step out of your everyday’s life within 2 hours and 10 minutes entertainment.

Reminder …. The day after the premiere, Sony Music will release the film’s soundtrack in multiple formats, with a collector’s edition LP available in multiple colorways. It features thirteen tracks, including recordings by the Jackson 5 and Michael’s biggest hits from the beginning of his solo career.

Recommended by Aggie Reiter

24 Mar

The 15th Badacsony wine regions in New York Palace @ Budapest 2026

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“Badacsony in New York” is a traditional, annual, outstanding spring wine tasting event that brings the finest wines from Lake Balaton – Badacsony wine region to the elegant surroundings of the New York Palace in Budapest.

The Badacsony Tourism and Wine Route Association invites you to the Badacsony New York event in Budapest on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The Badacsony wine region will be appearing together in Budapest for the fifteenth time.

The anniversary event is further enhanced by the fact that the City of Badacsonytomaj and the settlements of Weißenkirchen in der Wachau are concluding a twinning agreement, the ceremonial signing of which will also take place on this day.

The wine region review will once again hosted by the prestigious Rome Hall or the Vivaldi Hall of the New York Palace (Budapest) where a record number of 42 exhibiting wineries from the Badacsony wine region, as well as 10 wineries from Wachau, await surely thirsty wine lovers.

Recommended by Aggie Reiter

20 Mar

SZIGET the Island of Freedom – August 11 -15. 2026. Budapest.

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The list includes one of the most talented singers of contemporary British R&B, Jorja Smith, the British rap star, the Norwegian pop star, Sigrid, the Belgian electronic legend, Soulwax, the charismatic icon of the grime genre, Skepta, the globally celebrated DJ, Peggy Gou, and Natasha Bedingfield, who exploded with the song Unwritten.
The organizers have previously announced world stars such as Twenty One Pilots, Florence + The Machine, SOMBR, Lewis Capaldi, Bring Me The Horizon, Tash Sultana or Zara Larsson, and around a hundred bands and performers are already known to be performing at Sziget… here… 2manydjs, Alizade, Altin Gün, Ana Frango Elétrico, Black Country, New Road, Bratri, BUNT., Calle Mambo, Chadia, CURTISY, Deki Alem, Dressed Like Boys, Evening Elephants, FAEDA, Fcukers, HAAi, Idiotape, Ikkimel, Illbucks, Jorja Smith, Koikoi, Luke Black, Max Baby, Melina, MISSIO, Natascha Polké, Natasha Bedingfield, Night Tapes, Peggy Gou, Rossi., Sigrid, Skepta, Soft Loft, Soulwax, TEEN MORTGAGE, The Zawose Queens, Wild Wild Women, YARIMA, YT, ZEP, as well as the Hungarian acts Jazzbois and Duckshell.

And many more enjoyment such as … circus … theater… performing atrs so not just plan but get your entry ticket and hit the road to Budapest this summer.

You don’t want to miss a thing … do you?!

Recommendation by Aggie Reiter

18 Mar

Value and Quality Grand Prize Competition out now – 2026.

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In 2026, the Call for the Value and Quality Grand Prize Competition was announced for the 9th time, which is accepting applications from businesses in more than 100 categories across 48 main groups of the economy and culture until May 28. Today, nearly 200 partners feature the Certification Trademark on more than 1000 products and services – proving that certified quality creates tangible market value.

The awards of the Value and Quality Grand Prize – the “symbol of certified quality” – will be presented on September 10, 2026, in the Upper House Assembly Hall of the Parliament.

“Despite the economic challenges of recent years, the Certification Trademark of the Value and Quality Grand Prize still holds unchanged prestige. Striving for high quality is not only about the perfection of the final product, but about an entire business process. It is gratifying that the demand for reliable and economical solutions is increasing: manufacturers, distributors, and conscious consumers are increasingly choosing quality,” said Ildikó Kiss Károlyné – Founder of the Value and Quality Grand Prize Certification Trademark. Continued by saying “Currently, covering almost the entire spectrum of the economy, nearly 200 of our partners use the Value and Quality Grand Prize Certification Mark for more than a thousand products/product groups and services We are convinced that the economic strength of a country is also enhanced if the emblem of excellence is visible on as many of its products and services as possible. In 2025, the prestigious award was earned by 40 applications from 34 applicants. Agriculture remained the most significant sector; according to a representative survey, 86.6% of consumers prefer products made in Hungary when it comes to food. At the same time, alongside the rise of automation and digitalization, solutions that increase efficiency and reduce costs, as well as sustainable operational models integrating a circular economy approach, have received increasing emphasis. Last year, for the first time, a civil community was among the awardees. We, the organizers. We strive to ensure that equally the most active companies operating throughout Hungary, as well as beyond our borders, in the Carpathian Basin, participate in the work of the tender system, thereby strengthening economic relations. We are confident that outstanding tenders will arrive in 2026 as well,”

Attending the press conference were: János Latorcai, Vice President of the National Assembly, main patron of the event. András Tállai, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Agriculture. Lőrinc Nacsa, Secretary of State responsible for national policy.

Based on the decision of the Board of Issuers, the applications deemed outstanding are entitled to the use of the Value and Quality Grand Prize Certification Trademark, along with the right to bear the honorary title of the Value and Quality Grand Prize for the duration of trademark use. The use of the trademark is certified by a certificate of distinction in Hungarian and English, designed by graphic artist Károly Balázs, and by a unique applied art trophy decorated with the Value and Quality Grand Prize emblem, designed by industrial artist Dr. Andrea Szőcs. The most outstanding applications are also awarded special prizes by the Board of Issuers.

Latest update by Aggie Reiter

16 Mar

Hollywood star photographer exhibition March, 19. @ Pécs

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For the first time, Márton Szipál’s previously unseen fashion photos will be presented to the Hungarian public at the m21 Gallery. A large-scale exhibition of the fashion photographs of the legendary photographer, Márton Szipál, entitled Fashion Geometry, will open on March, 19., at the m21 Gallery of the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter in Pécs. The special feature of the exhibition is that several fashion shots can be viewed that are now being presented to the public for the first time. Exhibition Curator: Virág Lajti, Gabriella Csizek … Exhibition opened by: Iván András Bojár.

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The exhibition is part of the Szipál Archive’s “Szipál 101: Light–Life–Heritage” program series, and is also the opening event of this year’s Pécs Photo Spring.

The journey of Márton Szipál led from Debrecen to Hollywood. He photographed a series of world stars in his studio on Sunset Boulevard, while developing a unique photographic style based on geometric compositions. “Beauty lies in strict composition, and that lies in the geometric shapes hidden behind the forms,” said Márton Szipál. The exhibition makes this idea visible: the photos presented reveal how he constructed his images, how he created harmony between forms, lights and human presence.

The exhibition not only presents fashion photos, but also provides an insight into Márton Szipál’s oeuvre. Visitors can learn about the compositional principles that defined both his portraits and fashion shots: geometric order, a world of forms arranged according to the rules of the golden ratio, the conscious use of light and shadow, and carefully composed postures and viewpoints.
A unique voice in fashion photography Márton Szipál was born into a photography dynasty in Debrecen. He began his career in Hungary, then emigrated to the United States after the 1956 revolution, where he opened a studio on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles called Martin Studio.

Nicknamed “Martin, the King,” the photographer quickly became one of Hollywood’s most sought-after portrait photographers.

Many world stars have appeared in front of his camera, including John Wayne (actor), Tommy Lee Jones (actor), Leslie Nielsen (actor, comedian), Tracy Nelson (actor), Charlene Tilton (actress, singer), Olivia Hussey (actress, Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 film Romeo and Juliet), Margaux Hemingway (model, granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway), Timothy Hutton (American actor, film director), Priscilla Presley (actress) and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (world-class basketball player).

From the 1960s, he worked for the fashion magazine Californian Girls for over a decade, taking fashion photographs in various parts of the world – from Greece to Egypt, from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego.
In his photographs, the personality of the model, the shape of the dress, the texture of the material and the precise use of light all come together to create the harmony that appears in the images. Szípál – who often called himself a “director” – consciously orchestrated every detail of the work.

The exhibition focuses on his fundamental belief that beauty is not a mere aesthetic experience, but order and harmony, which becomes visible in the harmony of forms, light and human presence.

Why would anyone want to miss this grand exhibition !,! Also worthwhile before and after visit Pécs … spend a jolly good time.

The exhibition can visited until the 31st of May, 2026.

Highly recommended by Aggie Reiter

15 Mar

2Days until Saint Patrick’s Day around the world.

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St. Patrick’s Day also called Feast of St. Patrick, and St. Patty’s day is observed on March 17 and marks the death date of Saint Patrick who is the patron saint of Ireland. In the early 17th century, it was made an official Christian feast day observed by the Church of Ireland, the Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, and Lutheran Church. The day celebrates the arrival of Christianity in Ireland as well as the culture of Ireland, and commemorates the death of Saint Patrick.

Saint Patrick born in Roman Britain in the late 4th century, he was kidnapped at age 16 and taken to Northern Ireland as a slave as an enslaved person. So no he was not Irish. He was then brought to Slemish Mountian in County Antrim to herd sheep and escaped. He returned about 432 ce to convert the Irish to Christianity. He ended up staying in Ireland preaching, baptizing and building churches until his death in the year. By the time of his death on March 17, 461, he had established monasteries, churches, and schools. Many legends grew up around him … for example, he drove the snakes out of Ireland and used the shamrock to explain the Trinity.

In Europe, Ireland, England, HUNGARY, Malta, Russia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Scotland, and Switzerland all celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Other countries around the world celebrating the Day are Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Canada, Mexico, Argentina and the United States. Celebrations include recognition of the local Irish populations and a tribute to their culture and Christian religion.

Update by Aggie Reiter

13 Mar

Zsolnay Cultural Quarter @ Pécs … Easter Monday!

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The Zsolnay Cultural Quarter in Pécs is preparing for Easter Monday with a full day of family programs.

On April 6, visitors will be able to enjoy music classes, interactive storytelling, egg-hunting detective games, crafts and two concerts. The aim of the event is for families to enjoy the spring holiday together, playfully and creatively. Participation in the programs is free – with one exception!

The day starts at 10 a.m. with the Rocking Children’s Concert in the E78 Concert Hall, where families can sing and play together, and also have an instrument massage. During this time, young and elder can get to know the instruments and the joy of music together. Morning 11 a.m., the interactive storytelling game “Forest Exchange Bear” will follow in the performance of the Télapódium company. In the cheerful story, interwoven with its own songs and humor, the inhabitants of the forest get into amusing complications during a misunderstanding-filled exchange. The special thing about the production is that the children are not only spectators, but also active participants in the tale, so the performance becomes a real community experience. Also at 11 a.m., the egg-hunting detective game “Following the Easter Bunny” will start, in which children can search for special eggs hidden in the Zsolnay Quarter using an exploration map. During the adventurous game, participants can become real detectives. The program is limited to 30 children, and participation is possible by purchasing a 1000HUF ticket. In the afternoon, between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., a craft workshop awaits those who want to create. With the help of Tímea Varga-Mohácsi, the crafts playhouse manager, the participants can try out special techniques: felt bellflowers are made, and they can also learn the basics of furniture painting. The activity offers meaningful relaxation for both young and elder folks. The day ends with musical programs. At 3 p.m., the Lajtorja Orchester concert creates a cheerful atmosphere … the humorous lyrics, the sophisticated musicianship and the joint dance are guaranteed to put the audience in a good mood. Then at 5 p.m., the popular Kiskalász Orchester takes the stage, providing an experience for the whole family with their own poems set to music and their “adult-friendly” children’s music.

Recommendation by Aggie Reiter

12 Mar

Spring’s Nationwide Restaurant Week 2026.

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Up-to-Date …. The Spring is at our doorstep and open its door to yummy menüs from the 12th of March until the 29th of March not just in Budapest … excellent representatives of Hungarian restaurants will present their multi-course menus composed for the National Restaurant Week, at fixed prices.

The Spring’s National Restaurant Week, open its doors from the 12th of March which will last until March 29, has started, and a total of 252 top Hungarian restaurants have joined the event nationwide, including the booking period. The excellence of the participants is demonstrated by the fact that a good number of them can be found in the Top 100 elite of Hungarian gastronomic publications, 16 of which also have an international Michelin recommendation. This time, the renowned restaurants will spare neither the idea nor the first-rate ingredients from their menu lines.

At the event, the fixed menu price will be 6900HUF including service charge at Top category restaurants, 8900HUF at Premium category restaurants, and 10000HUF at Exclusive category restaurants. As visitors to the popular event have already become accustomed to, some of the participating restaurants will also offer an even wider selection for gourmet guests for a favorable additional surcharge.

In the National Restaurant Week program, the participating restaurants will once again prepare their dishes from selected ingredients, from truffles to Argentine beef steak to lobster. Those following special diets will find vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or dairy-free dishes on offer, while international cuisines will include classic Hungarian, Italian, French, Lebanese, Indian, Japanese, Georgian, Mexican and Moroccan flavours.

Table reservations for the event can only be made on the website http://www.etteremhet.hu. According to the undisclosed intention of the organizers and participating restaurants, the event aims primarily to present quality hospitality to the general public, which is why, unlike mass events, places are limited during the National Restaurant Week.

Update by Aggie Reiter

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