Theatrical concert premiere of Puccini’s “La Bohe`me”


National Philharmonic Orchestra of Armenia goes ahead with jubilee concert series dedicated to the 90th anniversary of its establishment. On March 29, the National Philharmonic Orchestra offered the premiere of theatrical concert of Giacomo Puccini’s opera “La Bohe`me”.   

Holy Easter Night in Narekatsi Art Union


On April 1, Narekatsi Art Union brought the fans of Armenian spiritual and folk music together under its roof. The concert dedicated to the Feast of Holy Resurrection showcased Narekatsi Orchestra, Narekatsi Choir and traditional song and dance ensemble “Vostan”.   

Concert of State Chamber Choir of Armenia to the Women’s Day


The very first concert of the Chamber Choir was devoted to the Women’s Day. The compositions of modern and classic composers were performed.   

Classic music contest for the Presidential Award was launched


The classical music includes two nominations – singing and performing. The final stage was attended by 9 singers. The results will be finalized in May.   

On April 4 Norma Opera will be presented in Opera Theatre


On April 4, Bellini’s “Norma” will be staged in Opera and Ballet Theatre following a long interval. The opera was reinstated by the Artistic Director of the Theatre Gegham Grigoryan.   

Miracle-working Our Lady of Sevan is likely to be taken out of National Gallery for one day


The famous icon of Our Lady dating back to XVII century, has been taken out of St. Arakelots Monastery in Sevan back in Soviet times. It is now installed in the National Gallery. The icon is well-known for its healing and recovery powers. As the gallery staff member states, many believers and... more

Concert at Holy Trinity Church Hall


To mark Holy Tuesday, all choirs of Mkhitar Sebastatsi Educational Complex performed in the hall of Holy Trinity Church of Yerevan. The new project initiated by the church and the educational complex is called “Spiritual Armenia”. Most of the compositions heard in the concert are Komitas... more

First home blessing ceremony of the Feast of Holy Resurrection in Pontifical Residence


After the Candlelight Divine Liturgy ends, the first home blessing ceremony of the Feast of Holy Resurrection takes place in the Pontifical Residence. This is a special ceremony typical for Christian churches, when the priest blesses the bread, water and salt of the house. This ceremony was... more

Easter Candlelight Divine Liturgy in the Mother Cathedral of Yerevan


Easter Candlelight Divine Liturgy was presided by Bishop Anushavan Zhamkochyan in St. Gregory the Illuminator Church of Yerevan. A number of believers from different countries of the region – Georgia, Iran, Spain, visited Armenia to celebrate the Feast of Holy Resurrection in its homeland. The... more

Lantern march to Republic Square


Thousands of people were marching with lanterns to Republic Square after the Easter Candlelight Divine Liturgy. The youth of Ararat Patriarchal Diocese were joined by the students of Vasgen Sargsyan and Armen Khamperyants Military Institutes, the students of Police Academy, Armenian scouts, the... more

Easter Candlelight Divine Liturgy in St. Sarkis Church of Yerevan


Numerous believers congregated in St. Sarkis Mother Cathedral to hear and pass the good tidings of the glorious Resurrection of Christ. The Candlelight Divine Liturgy is always attended by the President of the country, the Prime Minister, Mayor of Yerevan and other high-ranking officials. 

Easter Candlelight Divine Liturgy in the Mother See


A Candlelight Divine Liturgy was offered in the Holy Cathedral to acclaim the end of the Great Lent. The Armenian Patriarch lighted the lantern of altar, from which all believers lighted their own lamps as a blessing for their family hearths.