“This is Europe” show highlighting European values will tour many localities across the country

A show designed to connect the citizens of the Republic of Moldova with European values and to dispel myths about joining the European Union will be presented in 30 localities across various districts of the country. The premiere has already taken place in Chisinau, where the audience praised the play for its blend of documentary theater and real-life stories from citizens. The performance, titled "This is Europe," is part of the project "I am the EU".

Chișinău Airport renamed for composer Eugen Doga

Chișinău International Airport will be renamed in honor of the renowned composer Eugen Doga.

Hora Primăverii: Moldova's soul through music

On January 31, 2025, the conductor visited Radio Moldova to speak to us about "Hora Primăverii" (Springtime Hora) and "Vladimir Petrovici," also known as Vladimir Radu, the song's composer.

Moldovan theatre unites Europe through cultural diplomacy

Large audiences, enthusiastic applause, deep emotions, and warm appreciation marked the conclusion of two successful international tours by actors from the Mihai Eminescu National Theatre (TNME).

Cahul's new theater: A dream nearing completion

Performances at the "Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu" Republican Musical-Dramatic Theater in Cahul are set to move into a new building with spacious, well-equipped halls.

Alina Pasat: restoring Moldova's unique Căușeni church

Alina Pasat is a graphic restorer. As a child, she dreamed of becoming a fashion designer, but she ultimately found herself participating in the restoration of a unique church in Moldova, the one in Căușeni, where she worked with fresco for the very first time—a new technique for her.

Brussels hosts unique Romanian Ia exhibit

For the first time, the Romanian Ia, a symbol of Romanian and Moldovan cultural heritage, will be honored with a unique exhibition right at the heart of European institutions, specifically at the European Commission's main headquarters in Brussels.

Renowned artists featured at the 8th edition of the "DescOperă" open-air classical music festival

Over 150 artists, including soloists and chorus members from the "Maria Bieșu" National Opera Theater, performed Verdi's opera "Aida" last night on an improvised stage in the "Orheiul Vechi" reservation. This performance took place in a stunning natural landscape during the inauguration of the eighth edition of the "DescOperă" open-air classical music festival, an event organized by the Ministry of Culture.

Eugen Doga Cultural Center: Chisinau's stalled restoration

The building on Veronica Micle Street in the capital, intended to become the "Eugen Doga" Cultural Center, remains in a state of disrepair.

Marin Sorescu’s play "Iona" captivates audience in Chisinau

An exceptional theatrical event took place in Chisinau! The National Theater "Satiricus Ion Luca Caragiale" hosted a performance of "Iona," based on the play by Romanian playwright Marin Sorescu. Inspired by the biblical story of Jonah, the character who is swallowed by a giant fish, Sorescu's play reinterprets this tale through existential and absurd lens. What captivated the audience was the performance of Kuranosuke Sasaki, a prominent figure in the Japanese theater and cinema, who played the main role.

Eugen Doga’s funeral set for June 5. Ministry of Culture: “An era has ended for Moldova’s culture”

The funeral of master Eugen Doga is scheduled for Thursday, June 5, in the large hall of the "Nicolae Sulac" National Palace, starting at 10:00 AM. A mourning rally will be held at 12:00 PM. The Minister of Culture, Sergiu Prodan, announced this during an interview with Moldova 1. He stated that this decision was made in agreement with the family, the artistic community, and the relevant state institutions.

Azerbaijani poet awarded in Chisinau for translating Grigore Vieru's poetry

Literature serves as a bridge that fosters mutual understanding of cultural values. A testament to this is the recognition of Salim Babullaoglu, a prominent Azerbaijani writer, who was awarded in Chisinau for his translation of Grigore Vieru's verses. Readers in his home country are also familiar with other authors from Romanian culture, whose works he has translated as well.