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"Paplik" of the Hamazgayin Theater at the 15th Chekhov International Festival
Why did the Armenian theater gather so much effort to present the best at the Chekhov Festival this year? Does "Paplik" have a political message or is the theater above politics? What is the condition of the Armenian modern theater? What are the preferences of our audience? Actor Arman Navasardyan, director of the Sos Sargsyan National Theater, was hosted at the "Artfocus" pavilion. The conversation is conducted by Anahit Margaryan.
Next, cultural news.
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New Strategy of Education and Science. Part 24
We are discussing the new science and education strategy with Marine Hakobyan, Director of the National Education Foundation.
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The Challenge of the Armenian State
What Turkey wants is clear, what Russia wants can be assumed. And what does Armenia want? Sociologist Arsen Hakobyan and historian Zohrab Gevorgyan talk about the current challenges of Armenia in the "Third Millennium" pavilion. The conversation is conducted by Anna Sargsyan.
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New Strategy of Education and Science. Part 23We are discussing the new science and education strategy with Aram Pakhchanyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the "Ayb" Foundation. |
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Cursing against the Holy Spirit (Mark 3: 20-30, Matt. 12: 22-32, Luke 11: 14-23)What is blasphemy against the Holy Spirit? Why does Christ say that every sin will be forgiven except one? Rev. Fr. Archimandrite Ruben Zargaryan speaks on this. |
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"Food Fest" in Yerevan
Dolma with cereals, national ritual sweets. Armenian cuisine was presented for the 11th time at the "Food Fest" festival.
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"Anne Frank Diary" with a new original translation
The "Diary of Anne Frank" with a new original translation has been published.
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Law for film art or film production?There were hearings on "Problems in the Film Industry - Necessary Legislative Initiatives" in the National Assembly. A draft law on cinema is being prepared and filmmakers are somewhat involved in the process. Why is legislation necessary for the development of film production? From what point of view will the law regulate the relations between the state "filmmakers"? The topic is discussed by film producer Melik Karapetyan and lawyer Narek Van Ashughatoyan. The conversation is conducted by Anna Sargsyan.
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Aksel Bakunts. from the intrigue of a beautiful word to the beauty of an exact wordIt was Axel Bakunt's 120th birthday anniversary. What is the peculiarity of Bakunts's prose? How was it appreciated in his time and today? Where does Bakunts's prose come from? How do internationalism and national spirit combine in his works? Hayk Hambardzumyan talked about these issues with literary critic Sevak Ghazaryan.
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A meeting of the Supreme Spiritual Council was held in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin
On June 19-20, a meeting of the Supreme Spiritual Council was held in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, chaired by the Catholicos of All Armenians. Issues related to the organization of the forthcoming National-Church Assembly, church-state relations, the renovation of the Mother Cathedral, and diocesan life were examined.
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The 17th anniversary of the consecration of St. Stephen's Church in ChknaghEvery year on the Sunday following June 20, is the pilgrimage day of the St. Stephen's Church in Chknagh village of Aragatsotn diocese. On that occasion, the relic of St. Stephen the Protodeacon which is mept in the Mother See museum, is taken to the church. |
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What can museums look like?What can a person learn in Armenian museums, how attractive and accessible are the educational programs, how often are the exhibitions updated, why should the visitor enter the same museum for the second time? |