Archive of Jadwiga Sornik

Born in Upper Silesia in 1892, Jadwiga Sornik moved to Wroclaw before the First World War. She began her work as a photographer and was most active in the aftermath of the Second World War in the summer of 1945. Her portraits of Soviet soldiers and Polish policemen are the highlight of this exhibition, in which hang approximately 100 of her works.

when - until 25th October
where - National Museum, Pl. Powstancow Warszawy 5
more info - click here

Sensation

Originally from Amsterdam, Sensation is now a travelling international event, and one of the most famous parties in the world attracting tens of thousands of clubbers at a single event. Taking place indoors, the organizers of Sensation bring in top trance, house, and electro DJs and drape the venue in white, filling the space with colourful screens, flashing lights, lasers, and of course, an amazing sound system. This year's theme is "Wicked Wonderland", and, like every year, attendees are required to wear white, and only white. Starts at 8pm.

when - 3rd October
where - Hala Ludowa, ul. Wystawowa 1
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Dialog International Theatre Festival

Now in its 10th year, Wroclaw's Dialog festival continues its tradition of bringing together theatre loves from across the globe (and Europe in particular) opening a social dialogue through performance and discussions. This year's theme is the sinister-sounding "In the Face of Evil". Click the link below for a full programme, maps, and ticket information.

when - 10th - 17th October
where - Various
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Concert: Stacey Kent

Anglo-American jazz vocalist Stacey Kent, who will be gracing the stage of the Capitol Theatre this month, has spend the last 12 years releasing wonderfully chilled-out tunes, and gracefully sweeping up awards for them. She's already won the British Jazz Award, the BBC Jazz Award, and has been nominated for a Grammy. For a taste of her work, check out her latest release, "Breakfast on the Morning Tram" which was released by Blue Note Records.

when - 19th October
where - Capitol Theatre, Pilsudskiego 72
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An Evening of Indian Culture

The Indus Restaurant will be hosting an evening of Indian Culture this month specially organized by a local Indian artist. Bollywood dancers and Indian musicians dressed in traditional Indian costume will be the central entertainment of the night. The 40 zloty entry (30 zloty for students) also covers a generous all-you-can-eat Indian buffet. Starts at 7:30pm.

when - 23rd October
where - Indus Restaurant, Ruska
more info - click here

Concert: Plum

For a taste, or rather a listen, of something different, head over to the OPT cultural centre for the Plum concert this month. Plum is a highly influential yet very underground Polish alternative rock band. In the past they have been compared to Sonic Youth, Shellac, and noise rock group The Jesus Lizard. A new full-length, entitled Witness of your Fall, is set to be released by Gusstaff Records later this year. Concert starts at 9pm.

when - 27th October
where - Osrodek Postaw Tworczych, ul. Dzialkowa 15
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Concert: Porcupine Tree

British prog rockers Porcupine Tree will be performing at the huge Hala Orbita in Wroclaw this month. Founder Steven Wilson has been leading the band since the late 80s, shaping their sound through the years exploring metal and ambient atmospheres. Porcupine Tree continues to tour internationally, though they do have a particularly devoted fanbase in Poland. Their newest album, The Incident will be released in September this year.

when - 28th October
where - Hala Orbita, ul. Wejherowska 2
more info - click here