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On the 29th of May 2024, seven European universities gathered in Riga (Latvia) and signed a Memorandum of Cooperation in the field of culture. The signing ceremony took place at the University of Latvia in the framework of the international project “Twenty Years of Cultural Enrichment in Reunified Europe” (the CAMINO Project). Vilnius University (VU) was represented by the CAMINO partners in Lithuania – VU Culture Centre – and the Pro-Rector for Organizational Development and Community Affairs at Vilnius University Prof. Dr. Vilmantė Pakalniškienė.

International University Theatre Forum „The Crossroads of Vilnius“ was dedicated to the 20th anniversary of Lithuania's accession to the European Union. The guest and jury member of the forum János Regős, the president of the Hungarian Federation of Amateur Theaters & Players, shares his impressions and insights about the festival held in Vilnius at the beginning of May.  

This year, celebrating its 25th anniversary, the International University Theatre Forum “Vilnius Crossroads” hosted a special event—a roundtable discussion on “Small Creative Communities in European Universities”. It was the first time that a discussion of this kind was organised, bringing together participants from the education, culture and art sectors, as well as representatives of various universities.

The open architecture weekend Open House Vilnius celebrating its 10th anniversary invites you to celebrate architecture together! Once again, the city’s exclusive venues will open their doors inviting you to explore the architecture of Vilnius and get to know the people creating the city.

On May 9, Europe Day was celebrated at Vilnius University (VU) – the International Student Photo Exhibition "Inspired by Europe" was opened, there was a flashmob "Ode to Joy" and the premiere of VU Kinetic Theatre's dance performance "Hommo in Maxima" dedicated to 20 years of Lithuania's accession to the European Union (EU). The events were organized by the VU Culture Centre in the context of the project "CAMINO" funded by the EU.

cVilnius University (VU) Culture Centre together with the international project "CAMINO: Twenty years of cultural enrichment in reunified Europe" invites you to celebrate Europe Day at VU! The program of May 9th is full of events dedicated to commemorating and reviewing the two decades of Lithuania's membership in the European Union (EU), reflecting on the role of current youth and students in a free Europe, and promoting cultural cooperation between European universities. All events are free.

International University Theatre Forum in Vilnius (Lithuania) is a unique youth event of this kind organized in the Baltic countries. It summons students who are interested in theatre for interactive theatrical performances and aims to bring social and heritage questions to public attention, also giving the possibility to get to know each other, interact and exchange experiences. The International University Theatre Forum is back and we will invite you to the theatre forum for the 25th time!

During the XXV International Theatre Forum, May 9, at 6 p.m. The premiere of the VU Kinetic Theater - the movement performance "Hommo in Maxima" will take place in the VU Theater Hall. The performance is intended to mark Lithuania's 20 years of membership in the European Union in a theatrical form and review Lithuanian society's development during these two decades. The performance is part of the activities of the CAMINO project - the main event of the Europe Day celebration at Vilnius University.

Vilnius University (VU) Chamber orchestra (artistic director Modestas Jankūnas) and the Brussels Choir "Lassenne Vocale" (artistic director Ivan Yohan) present the concert "Body&Soul", in which Steve Dobrogosz's jazzy "Mass" will be played. The concert will take place on May 4, at 7 p.m., in Vilnius St. John's Church. 

The international photo exhibition “Inspired by Europe” was officially opened on Monday, 15th April 2024 in the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium, and had been on display until 19th April. The event took place in the framework of the cultural cooperation project “20 Years of Cultural Enrichment in Reunified Europe” (The CAMINO Project), and gathered the representatives of all CAMINO Project partner institutions, authors of the exhibited photographs, as well as guests. The event was hosted by the Latvian MEP, Ms Dace Melbārde.

From April 3rd to April 7th, 2024, I had the incredible opportunity to visit Vilnius, where I was invited to conduct a dance workshop at Vilnius University for the dance theatre group "Kinetinis Teatras" under the direction of the talented Andrius Pulkauninkas. This journey was made possible by an Erasmus+ grant and a gracious invitation from the Cultural Centre of the University. I'm especially thankful to Sonata Adomaitienė and Gintė Jokubaitienė. It was part of an exchange proposed by Andrius since I am the Director of "Arabesque" the contemporary dance group of the University of Twente, and a dance teacher at DansCentrum Utrecht which is the sending institution.

Vilnius University Culture Center has been organizing the "Storytelling Salon" for five years in order to popularize the tradition of live storytelling. This year, the Lebanese storyteller Raffi Fehgali, who is visiting Lithuania will hold one of its most impressive performances called "Anatomy of a Home". The storytelling performance is held on the 23rd of March, 6 P.M., at Vilnius University Theatre Hall.

20 years ago, eight countries from Central and Eastern Europe along with Malta and Cyprus joined the European Union (EU). Back then, it was our dream of freedom and new opportunities. Today, it is #reality. Even if we walk our unique paths, we stay united in common #values. We can choose to follow traditions or aim for new horizons. We have the #choice. We have the #freedom to be. To mark the 20th anniversary of our EU membership, the CAMINO Project announces an international photo contest for students, Inspired by Europe.

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the 2004 European Union (EU) enlargement, eight partners from seven Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries are joining forces in 2024 to implement the project “Twenty Years of Cultural Enrichment in Reunified Europe” (the CAMINO Project). Its aim is to explore the impact of the 2004 EU enlargement on various cultural aspects and values of the new member states, as well as to create stronger cultural and academic bonds within CEE. It also lays a foundation for a long-term cultural cooperation network among the partner universities.

Vilnius University (VU) Culture Centre, together with the head of VU Impro studio Vytautas Kontrimas, invites improvisation amateurs, actors, teachers and other professionals to Improv theatre workshops with actress and director Angela (Alegna) from the Great Britain. The workshop will take place in the VU Aula parva cafe, Universiteteto st. 3, on March 12th, at 4-8:30 p.m. Embark on a Journey of Creativity with Our Dynamic Improv Workshops! 

Embark on a cultural journey this spring semester with Vilnius University (VU) Culture Centre's vibrant array of activities tailored for Erasmus students.These engaging activities promise to infuse your semester with a kaleidoscope of experiences, enriching your time abroad with unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation for the universal language of culture. Dive into VU Culture Centre's offerings, and let the exploration of diverse cultures be the highlight of your Erasmus adventure.