The largest Bulgarian festival of the arts, Apollonia, began in 1984 as a friendly initiative among the regular visitors of the quiet sea resort Sozopol. Within their ranks were many musicians, artists, theater folk, cinematographers and journalists. The crème of the crop from an era when the mind prevailed.
Organized and inspired by the great violinist Dimo Dimov, who at the time already was the leader of a world renowned string quarter carrying his name, these enthusiasts formed a small and determined team who overcame many foreseen and unsuspected obstacles.
One of the most astounding facts that the first participants encountered is that at Apollonia artists are taken care of by other artists. And they really take care of all aspects of the festival - program, lodging and even daily necessities.
From the very first year of its existence, Apollonia established its own unique style. A resort festival that takes place at the end of the summer, where there are stages for every type of art, every genre and every form. Some are popular, others more difficult, with greater depth, even slightly elitist.
On September 1st, 1984 the stage of the Apollonia landmark - the Amphitheater, presented the famous basso Nikola Gyzelev, accompanied on piano by Teodor Musev. Gyuzelev performed chamber songs by Modest Musorgski. The evening was heavy and even strange for a beachy, summer night, but the performance was met with an outpouring of support and joy. The audience was and has since then been bewitched.
The following day Nikola Gyuzelev spoke his famous enchantment: "Guard this festival!"
Back in 1984, between the 1st and 12th of September, the common boredom near the sea was annihilated. The festival presented 18 concerts, 8 plays, 4 ballet performances, 4 poetry readings, 8 art shows and 6 movie premiers. Over 50 documentaries and 60 animated movies were screened. Every single hall for every single event was filled beyond capacity...
For the past 27 years, Apollonia has been attended by almost all the brightest Bulgarian artists, culture fiends, experts and stars - many of them are regular visitors and participants.
In addition, Sozopol has provided the stage for the first steps for many young artists and performers.
Tradition prevails that the program for the evenings at the Amphitheatre must provide a wide spectrum of options that can satisfy an array of preferences and tastes. This tradition has never been broken.
Through the years the theatre playbill has included not only the best plays from the past season, but also brave experiments and authors who have tried to take the pulse of the audience regarding some of their more imaginative work. An entire generation of theatre aficionados and their fans will never forget that it was at Apollonia that in 1988 for the first time a Beckett play was staged. The brilliant "Waiting for Godot" directed by Leon Daniel and starring some of the biggest names of the Bulgarian stage at the time. 23 years later this performance is legendary.
First performed at the old church, and now at the Historical museum, the chamber music concerts have offered many timeless classics and contemporary works performed by stars and young talents alike. In the last few years these concerts showcase many young Bulgarians, who have earned their ranks abroad, but are still quite unknown to the Bulgarian audiences.
Traditionally, the literary program includes many premiers of books that are yet to be published.
The Art gallery located in the Old Town has become the home for one of the most popular events of the festival - "Play readings" - evenings when popular actors read unknown plays to the audience. And the gallery traditionally hosts different exhibitions from some of the brightest artists.
Late nights at the festival are reserved for the "UBB" Club where the jazz stage is located. There, Bulgaria's biggest stars and numerous, elite foreign guests can be heard in an intimate and inspiring atmosphere.
Starting this year the screenings of new Bulgarian movies can be seen at the "House of the Fleet". Some of the most acclaimed films and Bulgarian cinematic accomplishments have been played at the Apollonia screens throughout the years and the festival remains one of the prime outlets for viewing quality films from established and up and coming filmmakers.
For the past 27 years, Apollonia has been a celebration of art in all its forms. This year we will be celebrating from the 30th of August to the 8th of September!
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Sunday 13 May 2012
Sozopol Fest
Sozopol Fest is the newest and hottest Bulgarian music festival! A novel way to meet July Morning.
In Bulgaria there is a tradition called July Morning. People from across the country travel to the Black Sea coast to meet the first sun rays on the 1st of July.
Sozopol Fest started as a friendly initiative among the regular visitors of the quiet sea resort Sozopol providing an alternative for those who prefer to meet July Morning in the company of house, soul, funk and lounge music.
From the first year of its existence Sozopol Fest established its own unique style. A Black Sea resort festival that takes place at the beginning of the summer where the Bulgarian biggest music stars and numerous elite foreign guest musicians can be heard. A 48-hour musical arena in an inspiring atmosphere on the beach, right next to the sea. Apart from the music experience Sozopol Fest offers different extreme sport attractions on the beach as well.
Headliners at Sozopol Fest 2011 were Incognito, Jazzanova, Kraak & Smaak, The Sweet Vandals, Nik Weston, Onur Engin.
Headliners at Sozopol Fest 2012 are Black Coffee, Bucie, Tortured Soul, DJ Spinna, Osaka Monaurail, DJ Aaron Dae, Raphael Coz. All of them together with the Bulgarian musicians Beloslava, Tri O Five, Durty Purchase, DJ ilko, DJ Marten, DJ ihou, Emil Prize, Sirius & Methodikal, George Quest, Ramsey Hercules.
For great accommodation for this festival visit http://www.sunworldholidayrentals.com/
In Bulgaria there is a tradition called July Morning. People from across the country travel to the Black Sea coast to meet the first sun rays on the 1st of July.
Sozopol Fest started as a friendly initiative among the regular visitors of the quiet sea resort Sozopol providing an alternative for those who prefer to meet July Morning in the company of house, soul, funk and lounge music.
From the first year of its existence Sozopol Fest established its own unique style. A Black Sea resort festival that takes place at the beginning of the summer where the Bulgarian biggest music stars and numerous elite foreign guest musicians can be heard. A 48-hour musical arena in an inspiring atmosphere on the beach, right next to the sea. Apart from the music experience Sozopol Fest offers different extreme sport attractions on the beach as well.
Headliners at Sozopol Fest 2011 were Incognito, Jazzanova, Kraak & Smaak, The Sweet Vandals, Nik Weston, Onur Engin.
Headliners at Sozopol Fest 2012 are Black Coffee, Bucie, Tortured Soul, DJ Spinna, Osaka Monaurail, DJ Aaron Dae, Raphael Coz. All of them together with the Bulgarian musicians Beloslava, Tri O Five, Durty Purchase, DJ ilko, DJ Marten, DJ ihou, Emil Prize, Sirius & Methodikal, George Quest, Ramsey Hercules.
For great accommodation for this festival visit http://www.sunworldholidayrentals.com/
Tuesday 10 April 2012
Hotels In Sozopol | Sozopol Hotel
Green hills hotel is located in the Budjaka peninsula in Sozopol Bulgaria. The pretty family vacation resort hotel is simply a quick hike from Sozopol beach and both old and new town Sozopol. Perfectly located at the development is the pool area along with a smaller sized swimming pool area for the young kids. There is remarkable ocean landscapes coming from the development while the lands are decorated with bushes and flowers. You are sure to find a relaxing stay in your apartments while restaurants and amenities are merely a quick stroll away. The development gives you round-the-clock security & reception, totally free wifi, cable tv and tour bus service to neighborhood beaches and town center.
Sozopol beach offers you a great number of attractions to help keep the entire friends and family hectic. It's possible to take an enjoyable run along the beach where you can discover various eating places as well as stalls that offer sets from flip flops to sun glasses along with fashion and mementos belonging to the geographic area. About the beach there's lots of aquatic sport recreation, you possibly can rent out paddle boats, jet ski or take a ride using one of the inflatables that will be pulled by speed boats. The beach is going to be best spot to improve your sun tan, you're able to lie on the beach or rent a sun lounger. Doing some fishing in this location is wonderful, you can find angling merchants inside the town and may fish off of the pier or hire a boat for your fishing voyage.
The old town in Sozopol has got numerous heritage and artistic features. you can view the architecture of the properties which will date back a long time to ancestor Bulgaria. There are also relics and ruins of the very early settlement in the town. Cobble stone streets would certainly be a feature you will observe as you stroll within the countless stalls and eating places situated over the avenues. You would run into galleries and museums and artwork shows which you'll find to not be missed, these can offer you a excellent understanding of Bulgarian lifestyle and also the traditional features of the area. The harbour is really a gorgeous element positioned in this section of sozopol, you can view lots of different boats & ships right here.
Even though you'll find several pubs and dining places in the old town of Sozopol Bulgaria in the new town you would run into a larger assortment of watering holes and outlets. There are numerous beach bars here and the nightlife is wonderful whether you are looking for a table for the whole family members to take a seat or perhaps a fast paced pub or club for socializing late into the night there are tons of locations for yourself along with your mates to savor your holiday here. The food stalls along the beach also remain open pretty late when you're a lttle bit hungry on your way home.
All of the resorts facilities are extremely decently valued and taxi cab and grocery stores are very affordable you can also pay a trip to a number of the locations healthy vegetable and fruit stalls. With that in mind staying in self-catering accommodation is incredibly advantageous in Sozopol Bulgaria. Green Hills is amongst the best hotels in Sozopol providing incredible value and luxurious Sozopol hotel on your getaway.
Sozopol beach offers you a great number of attractions to help keep the entire friends and family hectic. It's possible to take an enjoyable run along the beach where you can discover various eating places as well as stalls that offer sets from flip flops to sun glasses along with fashion and mementos belonging to the geographic area. About the beach there's lots of aquatic sport recreation, you possibly can rent out paddle boats, jet ski or take a ride using one of the inflatables that will be pulled by speed boats. The beach is going to be best spot to improve your sun tan, you're able to lie on the beach or rent a sun lounger. Doing some fishing in this location is wonderful, you can find angling merchants inside the town and may fish off of the pier or hire a boat for your fishing voyage.
The old town in Sozopol has got numerous heritage and artistic features. you can view the architecture of the properties which will date back a long time to ancestor Bulgaria. There are also relics and ruins of the very early settlement in the town. Cobble stone streets would certainly be a feature you will observe as you stroll within the countless stalls and eating places situated over the avenues. You would run into galleries and museums and artwork shows which you'll find to not be missed, these can offer you a excellent understanding of Bulgarian lifestyle and also the traditional features of the area. The harbour is really a gorgeous element positioned in this section of sozopol, you can view lots of different boats & ships right here.
Even though you'll find several pubs and dining places in the old town of Sozopol Bulgaria in the new town you would run into a larger assortment of watering holes and outlets. There are numerous beach bars here and the nightlife is wonderful whether you are looking for a table for the whole family members to take a seat or perhaps a fast paced pub or club for socializing late into the night there are tons of locations for yourself along with your mates to savor your holiday here. The food stalls along the beach also remain open pretty late when you're a lttle bit hungry on your way home.
All of the resorts facilities are extremely decently valued and taxi cab and grocery stores are very affordable you can also pay a trip to a number of the locations healthy vegetable and fruit stalls. With that in mind staying in self-catering accommodation is incredibly advantageous in Sozopol Bulgaria. Green Hills is amongst the best hotels in Sozopol providing incredible value and luxurious Sozopol hotel on your getaway.
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