Bulgarian Presidency of the Council of the European Union

Gold treasure, Sboryanovo

The ancient Thracian gold treasure

The famous sea side resort - Sunny beach

The Bulgarian rose

The Alexander Nevsky cathedral, Sofia

Traditional Bulgarian Kukeri show

Nessebar, the sea side resort named 'the pearl of the Black Sea'

The Magura cave

The Rila Monastery, the largest and most famous monastery

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The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London aims to promote, support and develop cultural relations between Bulgaria and the UK through various means:

  • Introduce Bulgarian culture to the UK’s international audience through exhibitions, performances, concerts, film screenings, theatrical productions, recitals, literary evenings, discussions and other events.

  • Organise a multitude of interesting courses and seminars, as well as Bulgarian traditions and crafts evenings and workshops.

  • Collaborate with, support and partner with other similar institutions, Anglo-Bulgarian associations and other cultural representatives.

  • Offer a library and reading room with a wide selection of Bulgarian and foreign literature, albums, films, dictionaries, guides and other materials.

  • Provide tourist information and materials for all those who wish to visit Bulgaria and experience its exquisite cultural monuments first-hand.

  • If these aims correspond with your interests and you would like to find out more, come and visit the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London today!

London Book Fair 2024

A new breakthrough for Bulgarian literature, Bulgarian culture!
Thanks to the efforts of the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London and the support of the Ministry of Culture, Bulgaria will for the first time, together with world publishing houses, participate with a stand at the London Book Fair 2024.
The London Book Fair is the second largest book fair in the world, after... Read more

We thank the great contemporary awakeners - the scientists Prof. Slavik Tabakov and Dr. Asya Stefanova-Tabakova and their daughter, the composer Dobrinka Tabakova, winner of the British Grammys - the Ivors Awards. Thank you for all you do! Thank you on behalf of Bulgaria! Applause!!! 👏👏👏 https://bnr.bg/hristobotev/post/101918759/razgovor?fbclid=IwAR1xKboZik9rdhEnsXXrAzhdHjIzyxFbVgLfNzfKe8sHrTAawe3d67LZB7E  ... Read more

“Time shelter” by Georgi Gospidinov has entered the short list for the international “Booker” prize.

Bulgarian Cultural Institute is incredibly proud to share an incredible news: “Time shelter” by Georgi Gospidinov , translated by Angela Rodel, has entered the short list for the international “Booker” prize. "... An inventive novel with an unexpectedly daring tone to it, but it's also a masterclass in the absurdities of national identity. So relevant today. Part of the Central and Eastern European tradition... Read more

Georgi Gospodinov’s nomination for the “International Booker” and his latest novel “Time Shelter”

We are proud and happy to share with you the exciting news of Georgi Gospodinov's nomination for the "International Booker" and his latest novel "Time Shelter", translated by Angela Rodel. Gospodinov is one of the 13 authors who reach this stage of the prestigious literary award, selected from among 134 submitted applications. The International Booker Prize has been... Read more

ДЖЕРАЛДИН ЧАПЛИН покори Лондон и блестя на специалната гала вечер в рамките на Четвъртия фестивал на българското кино в Лондон, организиран от Български Културен институт

Заедно с Джесика Удуърт те представиха филмите „Белгийският крал“ и „Босият император“, разговаряха с въодушевената публика и раздаваха автографи 20 ноември ще се запомни като една от най-успешните вечери в календара на ръководения от Светла Дионисиева Български културен институт в Лондон. От самото му създаване преди повече от 10 години киното винаги е имало водещо място сред изкуствата, представяни на територията на посолството на... Read more

  The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London is delighted to announce: GERALDINE CHAPLIN, That legendary English star and award-winning actress of many celebrated international films - - from DOCTOR ZHIVAGO to NASHVILLE and more recently seen on NETFLIX television screens in Season 3 of “The Crown” (as the scandalous Mrs Wallis Simpson). Geraldine Chaplin will be a special guest... Read more

Среща-разговор с Георги Господинов и Анджела Родел в БКИ Лондон

12.11.2022 г.; 11:30 а.m.; Галерия „София” Регистрация ТУК Поради големия зрителски интерес и ограничения брой места в книжарница Hatchards, Piccadilly, Български културен институт Лондон и Георги Господинов организират още едно събитие "Среща-разговор с Георги Господинов и Анджела Родел.  Представяне на книгата "Времеубежище". Само за българската общност".  “Разбиващ жанра роман от идеи.” (The Times) “От комунизма до референдума за Брекзит и конфликта в Европа, този забавен, но... Read more

An Evening with Georgi Gospodinov – at Hatchards, Piccadilly

Book tickets HERE We are thrilled to welcome Georgi Gospodinov and his translator Angela Rodel  in conversation with Rosie Goldsmith. Georgi will be discussing his work and especially his brilliant new novel Time Shelter. A genrebusting novel of ideas. (The Times) From communism to the Brexit referendum and conflict in Europe, this funny yet frightening Bulgarian novel explores the weaponization of nostalgia. (The Guardian) Georgi Gospodinov... Read more

4th London / Sofia Cinema Showcase

Dear friends,
We are pleased to invite you to the 4th London / Sofia Cinema Showcase, organized by BCI London, between 13 - 27 November 2022, at Ondaatje Theatre, Royal Geographical Society. The program of the screening for each day you can see on the link below.
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Dear friends,
 
Everyone at the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London sends their heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family on the death of The Queen Elizabeth II. It’s with our deepest gratitude that we honour Her Majesty’s extraordinary and long-standing contribution... Read more

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Dear friends, Despite COVID-19, the BCI London Team's wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! May the light of these holidays bring warmth, faith, trust and strength to your home for a successful, healthy and new year 2022 without COVID-19!... Read more

Bulgarian artists Ivaylo Evstatiev and Marieta Stefanova will take part in the prestigious world exhibition Parallax art fair

We are pleased to announce that the talented Bulgarian artists Ivaylo Evstatiev and Marieta Stefanova will take part in the prestigious world exhibition Parallax art fair in Kensington Town Hall, London, with the support of the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London. Parallax Art Fair is the most prestigious exhibition in the UK for artists from around the world. There are... Read more

Bulgarian & English language lessons

Dear friends, Bulgarian Cultural Institute London will start conducting lessons in Bulgarian and English language from September 2021. Class duration: 2 school hours. The course will cover both colloquial and business language. For more information and bookings: office@bcilondon.co.uk  ... Read more

Bulgarian Cultural Institute London organizes events with local artists.

Dear friends, Bulgarian Cultural Institute London organizes events with local artists. We invite everyone - artists, musicians, theatre artists, dance artists, artists performing folk songs and dances, Bulgarian writers working in the UK, artists of applied art, to express their desire to participate in the official email address of BCI London:   office@bcilondon.co.uk No age restrictions. Read more

The opening of the restored mosaics in the unique Episcopal Basilica of Trimontium-Philippopolis

The opening of the restored mosaics in the unique Episcopal Basilica of Trimontium-Philippopolis took place in Plovdiv оn April 18 this year.  The mosaics of this exceptional early Christian basilica are in two layers. The first one is from the beginning of the 4th century - when the persecution of Christians ceased and the construction of churches... Read more

ЧЕСТИТ НАЦИОНАЛЕН ПРАЗНИК, БЪЛГАРИ!

Екипът на БКИ Лондон поздравява всички сънародници по случай 143 години от Освобождението на България. Очакваме ви заедно да отбележим Националния празник на България – 3 март, тази вечер, онлайн на нашия YouTube канал и Facebook страница: BCI London, от 18:00 GMT. -------------------------- Happy National Liberation Day, Bulgaria! The BCI London team congratulates all Bulgarians on the occasion of 143 years since the Liberation of Bulgaria. We... Read more

Bulgarian artist Silvia Georgieva – Selvida was chosen to participate in the competition “Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year”.

  Dear friends, We are proud to announce that а painting by the talented young Bulgarian artist Silviya Georgieva - Selvida, whose painting “Quiet place” during the first lockdown was included in a peace in The Washington Post,now we are very happy to announce that she was chosen to participate in the TV show competition  “Sky... Read more

Happy New Year!

Dear Friends of the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London,   Happy New Year!    We wish this year to be filled with health, success, inspiration and lots of positive emotions! We hope you’ve enjoyed Christmas break in these trying times.  We are going to release a new programme, for the beginning of 2021, full... Read more

Проф.Славик Табаков е удостоен със специална международна награда – Почетен Член (Fellow) на Международния Съюз за Физически и Иженерни Науки в Медицината (IUPESM)

Горди сме да ви съобщим, че проф.Славик Табаков е удостоен със специална международна награда – Почетен Член (Fellow) на Международния Съюз за Физически и Иженерни Науки в Медицината (IUPESM). Тази година Международния Съюз за Физически и Иженерни Науки в Медицината (IUPESM), на който проф. Славик Табаков е вицепрезидент, празнува 40 години от основаването си и 20 години от признаването на науките медицинска физика... Read more

Курс по българска и английска литература

Общи и различни теми, мотиви и стилистика в БЪЛГАРСКАТА И АНГЛИЙСКА ЛИТЕРАТУРА Курсът обхваща най-значимите автори на българската и английска литература, тяхното четене на два езика, интерпретация и сравняване. Участниците могат да проявят творческите си възможности като създадат свои произведения, преведат българска литература на английски език или вдъхновени от класиката да напишат критическо есе за художествените произведеиня. ЧАРЛЗ ДИКЕНС И ИВАН ВАЗОВ, ЯВОРОВ И... Read more

Bulgarian artist Silvia Georgieva – Selvida was selected and included in The Washington Post story

Dear friends, We are proud to announce that а painting by the talented young Bulgarian artist Silvia Georgieva - Selvida, who lives and works in London and has repeatedly visited BCI London, was selected and included in The Washington Post story, which shows the 20 best art works created during the pandemic. More than 650 works took part in the selection. Selvida's painting, published... Read more

Bulgaria celebrates 170 years since the birth of the Patriarch of Bulgarian literature Ivan Vazov

On the 9th of July 2020, Bulgaria celebrates 170 years since the birth of the Patriarch of Bulgarian literature Ivan Vazov. He is one of the most famous Bulgarian poets, novelists and playwrights from the Bulgarian Renaissance and the Post-Liberation (from Ottoman Empire rule) epoch. It is an interesting fact that the novel "Under the Yoke" by Ivan Vazov was published as a... Read more

#EuropeForCulture

#EuropeForCulture Dear friends, So, ready to explore Bulgaria’s culture and heritage this summer? The beautiful nature, mountains, numerous mineral springs, wide beaches and unadulterated hospitality of the locals are some of the assumptions to remain captivated by our fabulous destination - Bulgaria. On its relatively small territory there are many unique cultural and historical landmarks. In case you have chosen Bulgaria for your holiday this summer,... Read more

The Bulgarian Cultural Institute is announcing an assistant position availability

Person Specification-Assistant  March 01, 2020 No. of positions: Singular Salary: Payment is in accordance with the norms of the Bulgarian Ministry of Culture Working hours: Readiness/Willingness for non-regular working hours associated with BCI events programme Contract: Initial 1 month trial period, with the possibility of permanent appointment either full-time or part-time Start Date:  March 01, 2020 Detailed description: The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London (BCI London) is looking to recruit an... Read more

България на Leicester Square, в космополитния Лондон, Великобритания  

На 3-ти и 4-ти март, в чест на Българското Председателство, Български Културен Институт Лондон и Посолството на Република България във Великобритания организираха прожекции на български филми в VUE Cinema - West End, Leicester Square. В любимото кино на големия американски режисьор Стенли Кубрик бяха показани българските филми "Посоки" на Стефан Командарев, селектиран в Кан 2017... Read more

Нова инициатива – БКИ Лондон пътува

Нова инициатива Българският културен институт започва от 2018 година да изнася продукцията си от Лондон като организира събития в провинцията на Великобритания. Програмата ще включва филми по избор от фонда на БКИ Лондон, литературни срещи, разговори, моноспектакли, джаз и класически концерти и други. За повече информация и при желание БКИ Лондон да гостува и при Вас, моля, свържете се с нас на: office@bcilondon.co.uk или на... Read more

Мерсия Макдермот със “Златен век’’ – огърлие и грамота

По случай 24 май – Ден на българската просвета и култура и на славянската писменост, Министерство на културата удостои с най-високото си отличие „Златен век’’ - огърлие и грамота г-жа Мерсия Макдермот за изключителения й принос в популяризирането на българската история и култура. Отличието беше връчено лично от Директора на Българския културен институт... Read more

Exhibition Opening “Sofia, city at the foot of Vitosha”

Sofia Gallery, 7 pm, Exhibition by the renowned Bulgarian artist MILA MOUSSAKOVA Paintings Book your tickets HERE Mila Moussakova Artist Affiliated to La Maison des Artistes de l’Ile-de-France Associate member of Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts, Paris, France Associate member of Société des Artistes Indépendants, Paris, France Member of Union of Bulgarian Artists iconographic section 1976 Graduated from the School of Applied Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria 1973 Graduated from Bakalov high school in Sofia, Bulgaria 1972/1978... Read more

20 April , Thursday , 7 pm, Sofia Gallery     Book your tickets HERE This event is organized by British-Bulgarian Society with the support of BCI London         Presenting the Bulgarian writer Dimana Trankova and her new book The Empty Cave. Dimana Trankova is an archaeologist by education and a journalist by vocation. She is the editor of the only English language monthly... Read more

FILM SCREENING OF “HOLIDAY MAKERS”

Bulgarian Emabssy's Halls, Wednesday, 19th April 2017 Film Screening of 'Holiday Makers' (2016) and discussion with a glass of wine Special guests: Ivaylo Penchev (director) and Vassil Banov (actor) 121 min., Bulgaria, 2016, comedy Director: Ivaylo Penchev Cast: Aneta Sotirova, Kitodar Todorov, Stanimir Gamov, Anton Radichev, Philip Avramov, Malin Krastev With English subtitles A small seaside hotel brings together a group of accidental holiday makers looking forward to a crazy summer. A... Read more

Bulgarian Language Courses

Bulgarian Language Courses BCI London is delighted to announce that a Bulgarian language course for beginners will take place in our premises! You will have the chance to learn our wonderful language from the qualified professional and organiser of this course, Yordanka Velkova. Lessons will be held every Saturday from 2.00 for beginners and 3.30 for  intermediate. The duration of the course will be 10... Read more

31 March, Friday, 6 30 pm, Sofia Gallery Reserve your place HERE This event is organized by BBS with the support of BCI London Christopher Buxton will present his new book of translations of classical Bulgarian poetry Flowers do not Grow Singly and Annie Buxton will present the newly published The European Sultanas of the Ottoman Empire.... Read more

EXHIBITION OPENING

17 March, Friday, Sofia Gallery, 7 pm Polina Gerdjikova is an architect, designer and artist. She has had 20 individual paintings exhibitions in Bulgaria and abroad. Her last exhibitions “THE LIGHT – A METAPHOR OF THE SPIRIT’’, dedicated to the International Year of Light of UNESCO, were shown at the COUNCIL OF EUROPE / Strasbourg, (03.03.2016) and at the State Cultural Institute of... Read more

Sofia Gallery, 7 o'clock Reserve your place HERE BCI London invites you to the presentation of the first volume of the collection of radio talks “ Five minutes with Petar Uvaliev “ and a conversation with Dr. Ognyan Kovachev. There will be also a film showing of Trial and Error (1962) 76 min, screenplay by Peter Uvaliev aka Pierre Rouve, starring Peter Sellers and Richard Attenborough Petar... Read more

NEW!

Bulgarian traditional dances in Bulgarian cultural institute London! Every Sunday 4:30 pm begginers 6:00 pm advanced for more information: office@bcilondon.co.uk WE ARE EXPECTING YOU!... Read more

English Language Courses

English Language Courses To book your place now, drop us an email on office@bcilondon.co.uk The course starts on Saturday 25th February Beginner levels: at 18:00h Intermediate levels: at 19:30h The courses will take place at the premises of BCI London’s library. The leader of the course will be a qualified teaching professional, Mrs Silvana Armstrong. If you are interested in this remarkable opportunity, please email as on office@bcilondon.co.uk as... Read more

Bulgarian Language Courses

Bulgarian Language Courses BCI London is delighted to announce that a Bulgarian language course for beginners will take place in our premises! You will have the chance to learn our wonderful language from the qualified professional and organiser of this course, Yordanka Velkova. Lessons will be held every Saturday from 2.00 for beginners and 3.30 for  intermediate. The duration of the course will be 10... Read more

Travels through Georgia and Armenia

24 February ,Friday. 6.30 pm , Sofia Gallery This event is organized by BBS with the support of BCI London Travels through Georgia and Armenia – Chris and Annie Buxton will show many pictures and tell the story of their trip, and their impressions from those rarely visited countries. The audience will learn more about these very early Christian states - their history and... Read more

Film Screening

Sofia Gallery , 7pm, Wednesday , 22 February , 2017
 Reserve HERE
The films will be introduced by Critics' Circle Member and BBC Broadcaster Phillip Bergson who will moderate a short discussion with the director  Jacky Stoev after the Screening over a glass of fine Bulgarian wine.
GOOD MORNING CAPTAIN
Director - Jacky Stoev
Script - Hristo Iliev-Charli?
Camera... Read more

Exhibition Opening:Nikolay Yanakiev

Sofia Gallery,7pm Friday,27January,2017 Book your tickets HERE The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London presents an exhibition of paintings by the Bulgarian artist Nikolay Yanakiev. Special guest :Nikolay Yanakiev Nikolay Yanakiev 1954 Born on June 23 in Doupnitza, Bulgaria; 1973 Graduated from the Fine Arts High School in Sofia; 1981 Graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts - painting, class of Prof. Svetlin Roussev. Nikolay Yanakiev lives and works in Sofia. The... Read more

FILM SCREENING , CAMBRIDGE

FILM SCREENING , CAMBRIDGE, Director:Eldora Traykova Script:Assen Vladimirov Genre : Documentary Bulgaria/2015/64 min. The Bulgarian village of Dolni Tsibar in northwestern Bulgaria – the poorest part of the European Union – is known as the ’Roma Cambridge’. This is because its predominantly Roma population enjoys a relatively high level of education. Cambridge is a year in the life of the local elementary school, where dedicated teachers try to... Read more

Christmas Music Special coming in December!

Bulagarian Embassy’s Halls 7:00 p.m Christmas Music Special coming in December! BCI London brings to you two of the most popular pop and jazz Bulgarian artists - Vassil Petrov "The Bulgarian Frank Sinatra" and the Bulgarian pop diva Kristina Dimitrova! Welcome to a very special evening of Art & Music & Wine, opening with Ivan Tenev's Photo Exhibition "Kaleidoscope" and enjoy some of... Read more

Christmas Storytelling Performance by “A Spell in Time”

Sofia Gallery, 7 pm Theatrical performance"The Bear's Son" Performance only in English language. Director: Monnie Sheehan and Ivor Davies Cast: Monnie Sheehan , Ivor Davies and The London Bulgarian Choir BCI London, for the sixth year running presents A Spell in Time's Christmas show, The Bear's Son, based on old Bulgarian fairytales translated into English. BCI's guests will be the troupe's founders, Monnie Sheehan and Ivor Davies,... Read more

Puppet Theatre “Tumba Lumba”, Puppet Theatre Bourgas in Cambridge

Puppet Theatre "Tumba Lumba",  Puppet Theatre Bourgas in Cambridge Cambridge Director: Christina Arsenova Scene: Emeliyana Andonova-Toteva Cast: Nedelina Roselinova, Dian Rusev, Rumyana Kraleva Georgi Minkov TUMBA-LUMBA is a word-picture of the rhythm and sound of the drum - the elder of the Bulgarian folk percussion instruments. It is a rhythm throbbing with the heart - beat which makes our blood vibrate to the beat of the music... Read more

Theatre Performance: Mrs. Natural Disaster

Bulagarian Embassy’s Halls 7:00 p.m PLEASE NOTE: this event is now fully booked! Author: Aldo Nikolai Cast: Stoyanka Mutafova, Iren Krivoshieva, Nikolay Atanasov – Shushi Stoyanka Mutafova is possibly the most loved, cherished and adored Bulgarian theater actress, who has been writing the story of the Bulgarian theater for the last 75 years. She is most well-known for the play “Mrs.Natural disaster”, which seems to be... Read more

Book presentation by Sevdalin Genov and disquisition about children’s writer Margarit Minkov

Sofia Gallery, 7 pm DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED! Special Guest: Sevdalin Genov The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London presents the book of Sevdalin Genov and disquisition about children’s writer Margarit Minkov. Sevdalin Genov is a Bulgarian poet, writer and gallerist. He graduated Slavic Philology in Sofia University. He has worked as an editor at... Read more

Exhibition Opening “Senses Thirst”

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED!  Exhibition Opening “Senses Thirst” Friday, November 18, 2016 Painting, sculpture, graphics, watercolor The Nataly Gallery will present its artists to the public at the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London 7 pm, Sofia Gallery... Read more

Gala Evening for the presentation of the TV series “Undercover” at London’s West End

Vue Cinema West End, 8 pm BOOK YOUR SEATS: HERE The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London organises a Gala Screening of the most successful Bulgarian TV project “Undercover", produced by the Bulgarian National Television The event is part of the London Festival of Bulgarian Culture 2016 programme. "Undercover" will be presented with a Gala Screening in the heart of London's theater and cinema district, West End. Fans will... Read more

Exhibition Opening: Rozalina Burkova

Exhibition Opening Process of Becoming by Rozalina Burkova Friday, October 21, 2016 6 pm, Sofia Gallery Exhibition Opening with illustrations, moving image and development sketches by the young Bulgarian illustrator Rozalina Burkova. RSVP: HERE... Read more

Film Screening: The March of Letters (documentary)

Sofia Gallery, 7 pm BOOK HERE Special Guests: Ralitza Dimitrova - Director Plamen Gerasimov - Director of Photography The March of Letters (documentary) with english subtitles

Script: Desislava Naydenova, PhD, Ralitza Dimitrova Director: Ralitza Dimitrova Director of Photography: Plamen Gerasimov Sound: Mariana Valkanova, Alexander Simeonov, Ivan Andreev, Stefan Makedonski, Editing: Marieta Tchoukovska, Ralitza Dimitrova Director of Production: Maya Drazheva Producer: Plamen Gerasimov (B Plus Film Ltd.) Original Title: PATYAT NA BUKVITE Production Year:... Read more

Trinity Trio Concert

Welcome to the Trinity Trio Concert in a preparation for their China Tour (18th - 25th October 2016) Boyan Ivanov - Clarinet (Bulgaria) Solène Chevalier - Cello (France) Andrea Kmecova - Piano (Slovakia) Bulagarian Embassy's Halls Sunday, 16th October 6:00 p.m. BOOK HERE Programme: E. Elgar – Salut d’Amour L. van Beethoven - Trio for Clarinet, Cello and Piano in B flat Major, Op. 11 ... Read more

Exhibition Opening: Aglika Gaytanikova

Sofia Gallery, 7 pm BOOK HERE The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London presents an exhibition of paintings by the Bulgarian artist Aglika Gaytanikova. Special Guest: Aglika Gaytanikova ?glika Gaytanikova Born 21.11.1968 in Sofia 1987-graduates High School of fine arts in Sofia 1995-Master degree in Mural painting in the Academy of fine arts, Sofia Works in the field of oil painting, ikons and mural painting 2008-Murals and Ikons in a Chapelle in... Read more

Exhibition Opening: Georgi Terziev

Sofia Gallery, 7 pm + followed by a wine reception The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London presents an exhibition with watercolours by Georgi Terziev. More than 50 inspiring works by the Bulgarian artist will be showcased. RSVP: HERE... Read more

The Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Bulgaria awards the “Boris Christoff” golden medal to the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden

11.03.2015 The Golden Jubilee medal “Boris Christoff”, with which the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Bulgaria awarded the Royal Opera House, was officially handed to the Chief Executive of the Institution, Mr Alex Beard. The delegation welcomed in the Royal Opera House was led by the Ambassador of the Republic of Bulgaria to the United Kingdom, Mr Konstantin Dimitrov. His Excellency was... Read more

Memorandum for Partnership Between the Bulgarian National Library and the British Library

At an official ceremony at the British Library in London a Memorandum of Cooperation between the National Library "St. St. Cyril and Methodius "and the British Library was signed. The memorandum envisages a wide range of activities, including exchange of information on holdings of these institutions, documents related to Bulgarian and British culture and cultural heritage. An important element of the Memorandum... Read more

London Book Fair 2024

A new breakthrough for Bulgarian literature, Bulgarian culture!
Thanks to the efforts of the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London and the support of the Ministry of Culture, Bulgaria will for the first time, together with world publishing houses, participate with a stand at the London Book Fair 2024.
The London Book Fair is the second largest book fair in the world, after... Read more

London Book Fair 2024

A new breakthrough for Bulgarian literature, Bulgarian culture!
Thanks to the efforts of the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London and the support of the Ministry of Culture, Bulgaria will for the first time, together with world publishing houses, participate with a stand at the London Book Fair 2024.
The London Book Fair is the second largest book fair in the world, after... Read more

The Case of Cem by Vera Mutafchieva: A Conversation between translator Angela Rodel and Hannah Hutchings-Georgiu

Book your seat HERE Tuesday 12th March, 7:00 PM; Sofia Gallery, BCI London, 188 Queen’s Gate, London SW7 5HL The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London is pleased to invite you to an event with the translator Angela Rodel, winner, together with the great Bulgarian writer Georgi Gospodinov, of the prestigious international Booker prize. Angela Rodel will present the first English translation of the Bulgarian... Read more
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