Festival dedicated to Grigore Vieru debuts in Chișinău

The 18th edition of the "Grigore Vieru" International Poetry Festival began on Thursday in Chisinau. This festival is one of the most significant literary events in Romania, celebrating poetry and the cultural heritage associated with the work of Grigore Vieru. It honors the creations and personality of this celebrated poet, who has become a symbol of cultural identity and national values.

Ukrainian Vyshyanka celebrated in Chisinau: "A symbol of resistance and unity"

The Ukrainian community celebrated World Day of the National Vyshynka Shirt by wearing traditional shirts and holding the Ukrainian flag. Since the onset of the large-scale Russian invasion, this event has also come to symbolize solidarity with the Ukrainian people and their resistance to aggression.

Constantin Brâncuși gallery hosts Tudor Zbârnea exhibition

A life devoted to beauty and marked by 43 personal exhibitions defines the work of Tudor Zbârnea, a master of fine arts and the esteemed director of the National Museum of Art of Moldova. The exhibition "Traces" is currently open at the "Constantin Brâncuși" Gallery, showcasing a journey through the various stages of the master’s creativity.

Pavel Obreja’s first solo exhibition reveals his artistic universe

The inaugural personal sculpture exhibition of young artist Pavel Obreja took place at the National Museum of Romanian Literature in Chișinău. The exhibition features 25 works created over the last decade of his artistic career. Earlier this year, a selection of these artworks was also showcased in Iași during the Romanian Sculptors Month.

“Romanian Literature Days” open in Chișinău, featuring Shakespeare, manipulation, and hip-hop

The 10th edition of the "Romanian Literature Days" Festival in Chișinău will kick off on Monday, May 18. The event will span six days and feature public readings, thematic debates, and meetings with writers from the Republic of Moldova, Romania, and the diaspora. The organizers announced a diverse program that includes discussions on the relevance of Shakespeare, the topic of information manipulation, and a dialogue on the relationship between hip-hop and contemporary poetry.

Chisinau hosts BITEI theater marathon featuring 22 performances

The BITEI 2026 International Festival of Performing Arts is set to return with a new edition from May 21 to 31, under the theme "BITEI - The place where art inspires freedom." This highly anticipated theatrical event will showcase 22 performances, including theater, music, and dance, across various stages in Chisinau. The festival features an impressive lineup of troupes from 11 different countries, making it an exciting marathon of artistic expression.

Chisinau hosts an international authentic folklore caravan from ten countries: “An intercultural dialogue”

Chisinau is hosting the international caravan of authentic folklore from ten countries for the first time. Organized under the auspices of the World Folklore Union, this year's edition is dedicated to the memory of Spanish artist Jose Antonio Viñas, who was a promoter of folklore in his homeland.

Moldovan carpets go global. Moldova joins the Venice Art Biennale for the first time

Moldova joins the Venice Art Biennale for the first time. The country’s pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition features “On the Thousand and Second Night” by Pavel Brăila. The exhibition runs through November 22.

“Mihai Eminescu” Theater stages the story of murdered journalist Anna Politkovskaya

Journalist Anna Politkovskaya, who was assassinated outside her home in Moscow in 2006, is celebrated as a heroine in a play performed by actors from the "Mihai Eminescu" National Theater in Chișinău. The play, titled "Disappearing People," honors journalists who sacrificed their lives for their determination to change the world. We owe it to them to have the freedom to express our beliefs without fear.

Vitalie Butescu returned home with the “Heritage and Spirituality” exhibition

Vitalie Butescu, an artist who initially trained in Chișinău and later at the Academy of Art in Cluj, is more recognized and appreciated internationally than in his home country. He returned home to present the exhibition "Heritage and Spirituality." This event, held at the National Museum of Ethnography and Natural History, provided the public with an opportunity to explore his artistic universe.

Gheorghe Mustea: A legacy of Moldovan symphonic music

The Republic Palace hosted a gala concert honoring the 75th anniversary of renowned composer, conductor, and academician Gheorghe Mustea. Organized by Teleradio-Moldova, the event gathered state officials, fellow artists, and admirers to celebrate a cornerstone of national culture.

Eleonora Romanescu honored with anniversary exhibitions and a commemorative coin

Eleonora Romanescu dedicated her life to art, painting according to the inspiration of her heart. She was honored in her home country on the centenary of her birth. Villagers paid tribute to her at the gymnasium in Leșeni, Telenești, which is named after her. The National Bank of Moldova issued a commemorative coin in her honor. Additionally, the "Constantin Brâncuși" Gallery and the National Museum of Art of Moldova opened exhibitions to celebrate her legacy.