The Jūrmala Festival, a celebrated annual event showcasing Latvian and international talent, is set to return to the iconic Dzintari Concert Hall from July 15 to July 20. This year’s festival promises a diverse lineup of performances, blending classical music, contemporary dance, and innovative interpretations of conventional art forms. The festival will kick off on … Read more
eduards Pāvuls: A Latvian acting Legend Eduards Pāvuls, widely considered one of Latvia’s greatest actors, had an unlikely path to stardom. Initially overshadowed by fellow actor harijs Liepiņš at the daile Theater, Pāvuls went on to achieve remarkable success on stage and screen, captivating audiences with his performances. His career,marked by a serendipitous beginning,spanned decades,leaving … Read more
The Oslo University women’s choir led by conductor Marita Tendele Bodsberga Veide has become the winner of the 1st place and “Grand Prix” award of the sixth International Baltic Sea Choir Competition, the representatives of the competition organizers informed. The choir received the Jūrmala city cup and 3,500 euros as a prize. The mixed choir … Read more
From September 22 to September 24, the sixth International Baltic Sea Choir Competition will be held in Jurmala, with the participation of choirs from nine countries of the world – Estonia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Germany, Ireland, Bulgaria, Indonesia and Latvia, informed the public relations of the International Baltic Sea Choir Competition. manager Inga Vasilijeva. The … Read more
In his summer concerts, the popular comedian presents Latvian audiences with a new concert program. “Galkin’s talent makes his concerts a kaleidoscope of genres, where there are parodies, songs, and performances from television shows,” the concert organizers say, noting that last year Galkin’s summer concerts in Latvia were completely sold out. They express their joy … Read more
From July 15 to 23, the ninth “Jūrmala Festival”, the grandest musical event of the summer, will take place in the Dzintari concert hall, gathering excellent Latvian and foreign musicians, with ten magnificent concerts. World-famous violinist Baiba Skride, tenor Alexander Antonenko, cellist Matthew Barley, piano virtuoso Osokini, accordionist Ksenia Sidorova, Jūrmala Festival Orchestra and others … Read more