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Francis Alÿs        This Belgian artist lives and works in Mexico City. For the first time in Belgium, a big one-man exhibition will be dedicated to him. It will include paintings, interventions in the city or performances which testify to the subversive character of this artist, better known for his poetic works. His work consists of actions which question society and the position of art within it. The exhibition is jointly produced in cooperation with the Tate Modern of London and the MOMA of New York.      October 2010 - December 2010 http://www.wiels.org Wiels |avenue Van Volxem 354 – 1190 Bxl

Forest National/Vorst Nationaal blows out 40 candles        To mark its 40th anniversary Forest National/Vorst Nationaal has created a new party concept, one never before seen at the venue. 'We Want More' will be three spectacular parties with an incredible line-up and super ambience.Forest National/Vorst Nationaal has also put in place an efficient mobility plan for the three parties.      01/10/2010 - 02/10/2010 http://www.vorstnationaal.be Forest National Avenue du Globe 36 Brussels 1190

Skoda Jazz Festival        Blues, free or rock: every tendency in international jazz playing their best compositions in the capital’s finest concert halls. The leading lights of world jazz and virtually unknown quintets have just one aim: to take the blue note to its limits, accompanying it with all the others, of course. An extensive programme and promising line-ups that should be consulted as soon as they are published. Reserve as soon as you can, because it is not unusual for demand to outstrip supply!      Automn 2010 http://www.skodajazz.be Various places in Brussels

Nuit Blanche        Nuit Blanche (which means “sleepless night” or “white night” in French), is a cultural event that is both artistic and popular. This 8th edition of the event aims at (re)discovering or (re)conquering this urban environment from a new perspective. It is a night to get together, to share unusual and creative aspects of the contemporary creative scene in a warm and festive atmosphere that encourages discovery and wonder. Nuit Blanche is aimed at opening up the city to the world of the night, by encouraging access to numerous places for a wide audience. This approach really is open to the city, to its inhabitants and to creativity.      02/10/2010 http://www.nuitblanchebrussels.be Various places in Brussels

Henry Van de Velde an the Art nouveau bookbinding in Belgium (1892-1900)        (not available yet) Dans les arts appliqués le monde de la reliure belge sera essentiellement marqué par la forte personnalité de l’architecte décorateur Henry Van de Velde qui, entre 1893 et 1900, va créer des décors pour les reliures qui sont toutes rassemblées ici pour la première fois, accompagnées de leurs dessins préparatoires. Meubles, argenterie, bijoux, vitraux et textiles conçus par l’artiste complètent l’exposition.      06/10/2010 - 06/01/2011 http://www.wittockiana.org Bibliotheca Wittockiana | Rue du Bemel 23 - Brussels 1150

James Ensor        In 2010, the Palais des Beaux-Arts (Brussels’ centre for fine arts) plans to take a fresh look at the work of James Ensor. A prolific artist, brilliant creative mind and complex soul, fascinated by light and death, inspired by Breughel and Bosch, “the Prince of painters”, as he was called at the end of his life, will be seen in a new light. This exhibition, designed by key figures from the art world, will be the climax of a series of exhibitions organised both in Belgium and abroad from the end of 2008. The extraordinary scale of this project is also thanks to the close scientific cooperation with Belgian museums and the promotion of their collections.      07/10/2010 - 13/02/2011 http://www.bozar.be BOZAR | rue Ravenstein 23 Ravensteinstraat - 1000 Brussels MAP

Skoda Jazz Festival        Blues, free or rock: every tendency in international jazz playing their best compositions in the capital’s finest concert halls. The leading lights of world jazz and virtually unknown quintets have just one aim: to take the blue note to its limits, accompanying it with all the others, of course. An extensive programme and promising line-ups that should be consulted as soon as they are published. Reserve as soon as you can, because it is not unusual for demand to outstrip supply!      October – November 2010 http://www.skodajazz.be Various places in Brussels

Brussels Marathon        This Autumn, the more athletic among us will set off from Parc du Cinquantenaire and pound the pavements of Watermael-Boisfort, Auderghem, Woluwé-Saint-Pierre, Tervuren, Etterbeek and Brussels until they reach the Grand-Place. A wonderful, gently undulating course that reveals to the runners the loveliest parts of the capital and surrounding area. A half-marathon (21km) is included in the programme along with an ING Kids Run (1km) and a mini-marathon (5km).      10/10/2010 http://www.brusselsmarathon.be Departure at the Parc du Cinquantenaire / Jubelpark - 1000 Brussels MAP

Wim Delvoye. Knockin’ on Heaven’s door        Invited to the Peggy Guggenheim as part of the 2009 Venice Biennial, the Belgian visual artist Wim Delvoye is one of the key international figures of contemporary art. Following the usual emblazoned objects, the Cloaca faecal machine, the tattooed pigs and other works symbolising an approach that mixes genres, cultures and practices, today he seizes on the Gothic and metamorphosis. Drawings of monumental cathedrals, distorted depictions of Christ, lewd stained-glass windows and Corten steel towers are part of the integration of religious elements.      10/10/2010 - 11/01/2011 http://www.bozar.be Centre for Fine Arts | Rue Ravenstein 23 - 1000 Brussels

Lucas Cranach and his time        These days, Lucas Cranach is considered as one of the greatest painters of the 16th century. This exhibition – the first ever dedicated to the artist in a Benelux country - places the work of this prominent figure from the German Renaissance back into the social, cultural and artistic context of his era. Cranach was very involved in the cultural and religious life of his time. As a court painter, he often had the opportunity to brush shoulders with the great figures of his time, such as Martin Luther. Discover the authenticity and originality of his paintings, sketches and engravings, his studio work but also the close bonds that tied him to his German, Italian and Dutch contemporaries. You are hereby invited to embark on a journey through Europe and through time.      14/10/2010 - 23/01/2011 http://www.bozar.be Centre for Fine Arts | Rue Ravenstein 23 - 1000 Brussels

America. It's our history        A groundbreaking exhibition that shows the fascinating pendulum motion, the back-and-forth movement across the Atlantic by which Europeans and Americans have influenced each other in every possible way, have borrowed from each other, and in short, have made each other what they are today. A multifaceted museography including works of art, movies and interactive displays, original objects, children’s displays, and all that modern museography can provide to engage our minds and emotions.      15/10/2010 - 09/05/2011 http://www.tourtaxis.be Tour & Taxis

Designers trail        Every two years, at the same time, the Designer’s Trail puts the spotlight on designers and fashion labels. For three days, the general public can visit them along a trail that starts from an initial information point .They are given the map of the trail and are then free to visit the various venues. This event is enjoying growing public success and makes it possible to present a wide range of styles and venues, personalities and universes. In cooperation with the organisers, each of the partners can create a personalised and specific presence and visibility around their collections .      22/10/2010 – 24/10/2010 http://www.modobruxellae.be Various places in the Dansaert and Louise area

Design September        Launched in 2006 as part of the Fashion and Design year, the Design September festival covers around fifty design-related events. Furniture, light, object, industrial, graphic, food and landscape design : the range of applications of this industrial discipline is vast and touches on a broad public. A host of associations, institutions and other independent organisations have joined forces to offer a highly diverse programme : exhibitions, private viewings, conferences, film projections, debates, visits to designer workshops, flea market, urban trails, pecha kucha … In short, the place to see and be seen after the summer holidays.      September 2010 http://www.designseptember.be Various places in Brussels

Museum's nights        For those of you who love culture... and evenings out, the Brussels autumn of museums is your special date. The tenth year of this Thursday evening event is the ideal opportunity to see certain jewels of the museum world in extra-special circumstances and for a very reasonable price. A sociable atmosphere is the order of the day and guided tours, drinks, entertainment for children and concerts provide the extra-nice touch to this enjoyable date.      23/09/2010 – 16/12/2010 http://www.brusselsmuseums.be Various museums in Brussels

Europe in Brussels: fragmented past, shared future?        The pioneers of the European Union reflect on their lives in Brussels.Residents of the European District describe their lives then and now.Watch and listen to their moving stories and record your own anecdotes about Europe in Brussels, on the spot. The most original reactions will be put on the website. Video exhibition and babble box at the BIP, rue Royale 2-4 Koningsstraat, 1000 Brussels. Walk with audio-guide, starting from the old Leopold station rue de Trèves 3 Trierstraat, 1050 Brussels.Free entrance, open every day      01/07/2010 - 31/12/2010 http://www.blbe.be BIP, 2-4 rue Royale 1000 | l’ancienne gare Léopold, 3 rue de Trèves 1050

FIGHTING THE BOX   20 Belgian designers - 20 stories      20 designers have agreed to play the game to unveil the mysterious ways and the pitfalls that lead from the creative idea to the finished object; that design object that has to be produced industrially for the comfort of all. This language oscillates between art and technology and is a constant, sometimes tense, dialogue between the designer and the constraints of it’s industrial production. This fascinating story is a permanent “battle” we are honoured to invite you to discover.      10/06/2010 - 03/10/2010 http://www.lacentraleelectrique.be La Centrale électrique | 44, Place Sainte-Catherine - 1000 Brussels

Asia – Europe : Faith and Trade        More than any other continent, Asia has from time immemorial exercised a strange fascination over Europe; it goes without saying that this was marked by elevations of spirituality and wisdom, but also by more prosaic treasures in the form of spices, perfumes, teas and precious stones. Introduced by the Romans and abundantly exploited by Marco Polo, the “Silk Route” has long symbolised the extraordinary commercial and political network that exists between the East and the West. These exchanges also opened the way for most of the main religious and philosophical trends, inexhaustible sources of inspiration for culture and the arts. An exhibition fringe event of the 2010 ASEM (Asia- Europe Meeting) summit.      25/06/2010 - 03/10/2010 http://www.bozar.be Centre for Fine Arts | Rue Ravenstein 23 - 1000 Brussels

Long Live Magic Spel the ‘Sortilege’ !        An adventure game mixing together amusement, resourcefulness and team spirit in a fantastic Midde Ages atmosphere. For 2 or 3 hours together you are going to be faced with fantasy characters such as the Witch of the stinking marshes, the black Horseman, the Wolf-man... For the whole family, with friends ,... A quest full of emotions, in natural surroundings. Share the pleasures of youth all along the route, through the ‘Val du Bois des Béguines», dotted with numerous surprises: the suspension bridge, the bear cage, the cabin in the trees ... For all the family, with friends,...      03/04/2010 - 31/10/2010 http://www.sortilege.be Val du Bois des Béguines, Trassersweg - 1120 Brussels

Congo River        In connection with the International Year of Biodiversity, the Museum is organizing in 2010 an interactive exhibition featuring the great Congo River. A spellbinding river over 4,500 kilometres long and up to 30 kilometres wide, flowing silent and calm across plains or roaring furiously through rapids and waterfalls, it’s Central Africa’s main artery, the source of extraordinary biological, geographical and cultural diversity. The exhibition will follow the Congo from source to mouth through equatorial forest, using a multidisciplinary approach based on RMCA collections and research.      27/04/2010 - 30/04/2011 http://www.africamuseum.be Africa Museum / Leuvensesteenweg 13 - 3080 Tervuren

The Sequence        The Sequence,an impressive wooden sculpture by Belgium artist Arne Quinze, 80 meter long and 15 meter high, is a must to see in Brussels. ‘The Sequence’ connects the Flemish Parliament with the House of Flemish Representatives, bridging the communication gap between people and generating movement in the city      >> 01/11/2012 http://www.thesequence.be rue de Louvain - 1000 brussels