Please note; at the bottom of this page you will find a listing of previous 2005-events.
2005 Centennial Events:
Ongoing events:
September 24 through December 31
Edvard Munch's Mermaid at Philadelphia Museum of Arts
September- December
The Smithsonian Celebrates Norway's Centennial Anniversary with cultural presentations from coast to coast.
Washington, D.C., Miami, FL, Seattle, WA, Minot, ND.
October 2005 - January 2006
"Trolls & Billy Goats: Norwegian Fairy Tales and Legends"
Scandinavia House, NYC
October 13 to November 27
Dag Telhaug Exhibition
Trygve Lie Gallery, NYC
October 16 - January 2
SAFE: Design Takes On Risk
Norwegian designers like Helly Hansen, Hareide Designmill, K8 Industridesign and Bård Eker Industrial will be presented.
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York
October 22- December 3
Ann Lislegaard - “Bellona” (after Samuel R. Delany)
In her second solo exhibition at Murray Guy, Ann Lislegaard is presenting video animation which can also be seen in the Danish Pavilion at this year’s Venice Biennale.
New York
November
November 10 – December 23
Frank Brunner : 45˚
New York-based Frank Brunner will exhibit his paintings at Cynthia Broan Gallery, NYC
November 11-29
Luminous Century: Celebrating Norwegian Cinema
In collaboration with Norwegian Film Institute and the Royal Norwegian Consulate General.
The Walter Reade Theater, Lincoln Center, NYC
November 16-19
Trio Mediæval in "Shelter" at BAM
This work by composers Michael Gordon, David Lang, and Julia Wolfe will be performed by the German new music ensemble musikFabrik and Trio Mediæval.
BAM Harvey Theater, Brooklyn, NY
November 16 - 29
The Thing US Tour
November 16
Munch - Norwegian Icon
Edward Munch's paintings are internationally recognized for their vivid portrayal of complex psychological themes. Gerd Woll, senior curator at the Munch Museum in Oslo, analyzes Munch's work. Ripley Center, Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.
November 16
Intrepid Explorers
Polar explorer Liv Arnesen presents a visual journey of Norwegian explorers, witj journalist-explorer Ragnar Kvam, and Noel Broadbent, Nordic archaeologist at the National Museum of Natural History, Washington, D.C..
November 17
A Norwegian Odyssey
In 1896. Norwegian Immigrant Helga Estby and her teenager daughter Clara set out across the American continent on foot - to win a $ 10,000 wager to save their farm. Author Linda Lawrence Hunt tells the story at the. At the Residency of the Ambassador of Norway, Washington, D.C.
November 17 - 30
"Ladies of New York and Hollywood" - Norwegian artist Inger Lønmo exhibits her newest 3-D drawings
Jadite Galleries
November 18
Culinary Tour of Norway
Taste Norwegian cooking at its best. Menu composed by chef Andreas Viestad, author of Kitchen of Light: New Scandinavian Cooking. The Madison Hotel, Washington, D.C.
November 18 - November 20
Norwegian Christmas Fair at The Seamen’s Church
New York
November 18, 19, 22
Truls Mørk plays Schumann and Sibelius with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
The Chicago Symphony Center
November 19 -21
Open Weekend at ISCP in New York
Norwegian Marianne Zamecznik is curator at ISCP this fall and the Norwegian artist is Unn Fahlstrøm.
International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP), NYC
November 19 through the Holiday season
Holiday events 2005 at Scandinavia House
2005 season includes expanded Holiday Shop, Christmas Smörgåsbord, concerts & family programs
November 19
Peer Gynt: Ibsen and Grieg's Battle with the Trolls
All-day seminar on Ibsen and Grieg by Harald Herresthal, professor of music, Norwegian Academy og Music, Univ. of Oslo, and Mary Kay Norseng, professor of Scandinavian studies, UCLA. The Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.
November 19
"Norse Myths"
Scandinavia House, NYC
November 22
The United Nations Summit & Reform of the UN
Panel discussion with the 5 United Nations Ambassadors from the Nordic countries.
Scandinavia House, NYC
November 22 - December 18
Edvard Grieg - Art and Identity at the Kennedy Center
All-day seminar on Ibsen and Grieg by Harald Herresthal, professor of music, Norwegian Academy og Music, Univ. of Oslo, and Mary Kay Norseng, professor of Scandinavian studies, UCLA. The Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.
November 22, 8.30 am
Toys for Tots Regional Kick-off and Model Train Launch
See the giant Norwegian holiday model train winding its way through the mountains and fjords of Norway. The event marks the annual kick-off for the 2005 U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign. Union Station's Main and West Hall, Washington, D.C.
November 23 through December 31
Norwegian Menu at Center Café
A special Norwegian Holiday menu has been created by TV-chef of the series "Scandinavian Cooking", Andreas Viestad. Taste his Norwegian Salmon and other dishes Nov. 25 - Dec. 31 at Center Café, Union Station, Washington, DC.
November 29, 6:00 pm
Opening Ceremony Unions Station: Tree Lightening and Concert
The switch is flipped for the 8,000 lights on the magnificent 30-foot Christmas tree. Musical performance by jazz guitarist Lage Lund. The Washington National Cathedral Choral Society sings Norwegian and American Christmas Carols. Union Station's Main Hall, Washington, D.C.
November 30, December 7, 14
Cinema of Norway
Classic and new Norwegian films, starting with the Wayard Girl, Liv Ullman's first film from 1959.The Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.
November 29-30
Norwegian film in "World According to Shorts" 2005
The screening of Robert Naess's "Offside" at BAMcinematek will be a US premiere.
November 30
New York based jazz musician Eivind Opsvik OVERSEAS
Barbes, Brooklyn
November 30 -December 11
”N 05” at PS122
BIT Teatergarasjen (Bergen), Black Box (Oslo) and Avantgarden (Trondheim), Network for Performing Arts, will present some of the most vibrant and innovative Norwegian theatre- and dance companies.
New York, NY
December
December 1 - January 7, 2006
Ceramists Marit Tingleff exhibits at Nancy Margolis Gallery
New York
December 1 2005- January 8 2006
Jan Valentin Saether “Exile”
Solo show at the Trygve Lie Gallery,New York
December 2
The American Scandinavian Society will celebrate the Holiday Season with a Christmas ball
The Metropolitan Club, NYC.
December 2 - 3
Bazaar
Norwegian-American organizations host a shopping extravaganza featuring traditional crafts from Norway, including hand made items, jewelry, calendars, trolls, dolls, holiday ornaments, pewter items, and sweaters – and food. Union Station's Main Hall, Washington, D.C.
December 2
Concert with Annie at the Black Cat
Annie's Norwegian blend of spiky pop and electro has quickly made her one of the most hotly tipped new artists across the globe.
Washington, D.C.
December 2 -11
A Doll’s House - Small World Big Sky Production
The Devanaughn Theatre, Boston
December 4
Free Consert with Geir Draugsvoll
The National Gallery of Art features Norwegian accordionist Geir Draugsvoll for a free consert in Washington D.C.
December 4
New York based jazz musician Eivind Opsvik OVERSEAS
55Bar, NYC
December 7
Concert with Lage Lund at Blues Alley
Norwegian jazz guitarist Lage Lund, winner of the September 2005 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition, in concert at Blues Alley.
December 8, 6:00 pm
"Norwegian Visions" with trumpetist Ole Edvard Antonsen
FREE. Norwegian trumpetist Ole Edvard Antonsen and other Norwegian musicians at the Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center
December 9 - 11
Joy of Christmas: A Norwegian Festival
Cathedral Choral Society with three concerts focusing on Norway.
Washington National Cathedral, Washington, D.C.
December 10
Trio Mediaeval at Carnegie Hall
They will perform medieval tunes, Norwegian folksongs and other traditional arrangements.
Weill Recital Hall, NYC
December 11
Holiday Concert with Scandinavian Chamber Orchestra
Scandinavia House, New York
December 11
Trio Mediaeval at the Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C.
December 13
Lage Lund performs at Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Lage Lund recently won the prestigous Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition.
December 14, 10 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.
Gledelig Jul: A Norwegian Christmas Celebration
Traditional Norwegian Holiday Program with audience participation at Baird auditorium, National Museum of Natural History, Washington, D.C.
December
Interactive Norwegian Christmas exhibit
The Children's Museum of Houston, TX
December
Norwegian Christmas at Union Station
Washington, D.C.
January 2006
January 11 - January 14
Trondheim Jazzorchestra in New York
The Hilton New York and the Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers
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PREVIOUS 2005 EVENTS:
January 2005
January 6
Magne Vangsnes Exhibition
Atrium Gallery and Courtyard, San Francisco, CA
Jan. 6 - 23
Tomas Ramberg: Convergation
The artist work includes photographic wall prints and paintings
New York
January 8 - May 1
Nico Widerberg sculpture exhibition at Grounds for Sculpture
New Jersey
Jan.11- Feb.19
Knut Åsdam Solo Exhibition
New York
January 12
The New York Jewish Film Festival presents "The Man Who Loved Haugesund"
The Walter Reade Theater at Lincoln Center, NYC
Jan. 12-14
"Pathways to Peace. Norway’s Approach to Development and Democracy"
Tacoma, Washington
Jan. 20
Leif Ove Andsnes
Carnegie Hall, NYC
Jan. 23
Oslo String Quartet
Carnegie Hall, NYC
Jan. 27
Lecture: Norway, 1905 - Dissolution of the Union-Portal to the 20th Century
Scandinavia House, New York
Jan. 30
Voci Nobili at Merkin Hall
Voci Nobili is a female choir affiliated with Bergen University College in Norway.
February
Feb. 1st
Tor Johan Bøen and Jason Hardink perform works by Edvard Grieg at the Shepherd School of Music. Rice University, Houston, TX
Feb. 11 - 12
Nobel Peace Prize Forum
Augsburg College, MN
Feb. 17 - Mar. 12
The Workroom - A Play
Features Norwegian actress Anna Guttormsgaard
NYC
Feb. 18-19
Nordic Spirit Symposium at the California Lutheran University.
California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks, CA
February 28
The Oslo Cathedral Choir in Concert
St.Thomas Church, NYC
Feb. 28 - March 7
Their Majesties King Harald V and Queen Sonja visit New York, Houston and Washington, D.C.
March
March 2
Exhibit of Norwegian children's drawings, and "C for Courage".
The Children`s Museum of Houston, TX
March 2 - 3
INTSOK Houston week 2005
Violinist Mari Silje Samuelsen performs at the INTSOK dinner. Houston, TX
March 2-3
Oslo Cathedral Choir
Northfield and Minneapolis, MN.
March 3, 9 and 16
Film series at Scandinavia House
A presentation of of recently-released Norwegian films.
Scandinavia House, NYC
March 3 - May 25
NORGE - Contemporary Landscapes from the Collection of H.M. Queen Sonja of Norway
All of the works in the exhibition are drawn from the extensive art collection of H.M. Queen Sonja of Norway, Scandinavia House, NYC.
March 4
Transatlantic efforts for Peace and Security
Carnegie Institution, Washington, D.C.
March 4
Transatlantic Symposium on Enhanced Co-operation in Research, Technology, and Higher Education
Carnegie Institution, Washingthon, D.C.
March 5 - April 2
"Past/Present/Forever"
Mai Hofstad Gunness and Anders Eibakke will participate in a group exhibition curated by Jan Braar Christensen at BUIA Gallery, NY.
March 6 - 12
The Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra
Touring the U.S.
March 10 and 11
Leif Ove Andsnes
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra with Yan Pascal Tortelier as Conductor.
Baltimore, Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, MD.
March 12 - July 1
Ingar Dragset's "End Station"
A site-specific installation titled "End Station" created by Norwegian Ingar Dragset and Danish Michael Elmgreen. The Bohen Foundation, NY.
March 12 - May 30
The Centennial Exhibition of the Nobel Prize 1901-2001
New York Hall of Science, Queens, NY
March 13 - April 3
Anki King in "Crossed Destinies"
The Norwegian born artist Anki King will exhibit her paintind "Strenght/Force"at the WAH center in Brooklyn, NY.
March 18
Surferosa performs at the South By Southwest Festival in Austin.Austin, TX
March 24 - 26
Dance Salad Festival - with participation of 12 dancers from the Norwegian National Ballet
Cullen Theater, The Wortham Center for the Arts, Houston, TX.
March 16 - April 16
"Social Democracy Revisited" at Apexart
The Norwegian artists Cathrine Evelid, Matias Faldbakken, Katja Høst and Ketil Nergaard will be part of an exhibition curated by Jonas Ekeberg, Apexart, NYC.
March 24 - April 23
Andre von Morisse at McKenzie Fine Art
NYC
March 24 - April 23
Martin Skauen's "Astra Castra"
Drawings by Norwegian artist Martin Skauen will be featured at Artek Contemporaries, NYC.
March 26 - April 7
Hedda Gabler in Connecticut
The play by Henrik Ibsen is performed by Yale School of Drama at University Theatre, New Haven, Connecticut.
March 28
Eivind Opsvik's "Overseas" at Zebulon
Norwegian bass performer and composer Eivind Opsvik will be accompanied by Tony Malaby, Jacob Sacks and Jeffrey Davis. Brooklyn, NY.
April
Apr. 1-16
Minneapolis - St. Paul International Filmfestival
St. Paul, MN.
April 7 - 27
Sondre Lerche US Tour
Apr. 7-17
Trio Mediaeval's U.S. Tour
Touring the U.S.
April 7 - 12
Wergeland's Children at UC Berkeley
Townsend Center for the Humanities, UC Berkeley, CA.
Apr. 8 - June 26
Centennial events in Seattle
Nordic Heritage Museum, Seattle, WA
April 8-May 2
St.Thomas US Tour
Apr. 8-9
New Nordic Music Festival
Scandinavia House, NY.
April 11
Nansen-The Explorer
Dr. Tim Baughman will discuss the adventures of Fridtjof Nansen.
The Commenwealth Club, San Francisco, CA.
Apr. 12
The Triumph of Reason: Celebrating the Peaceful Resolution of Conflict
Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC.
Apr. 12
Comic writer Jason visits Minneapolis
Mindekirken, MN.
April 14- May 6
Marianne Aulie Exhibition
Will be featured at Trygve Lie Gallery, NYC.
April 17
John Lidal Recital
This talented pianist will perform at Manhattan School of Music
Apr.18-24
Norfolk's International Azalea Festival
Celebrating Norway as most honored nation.
Norfolk, Vienna, VA.
Apr.19-27
Åsne Seierstad visits Minneapolis, San Francisco and Houston
Seierstad will give lectures on her experiences in Afghanistan and Iraq, and present her newest book "A Hundred and One Days: A Bagdad Journal".
Apr. 21-30
Tord Gustavsen Trio tour the US
Apr. 22 - May 1
Houston International Film Festival (WorldFest) with a total of 11 Norwegian films. Houston, TX.
Apr. 25-30
Secret Garden US Tour
April 28 at 6:30 PM
“Extra! Ekstra! Inside Scoop on US – Norway Press Coverage.”
Lillehammer Lodge Manhattan, Sons of Norway and the Norwegian Seamen’s Church of New York invite you to a program interviewing two prominent Norwegian and Norwegian American journalists.
April 28
Norwegian and Swedish Ambassadors visit Minneapolis
Both of them will participate in a seminar on conflict resolution, share their experiences and talk about the key role of small nations in conflict negotiation and resolution.
April 29, 30 and May 1
"Beautiful Country" at Tribeca Film Festival
The film was directed by Norwegian Hans Petter Moland
April 29 and 30
Rune Olsen in open studios in Williamsburg, NY
Rune Arne Berge Olsen has exhibited his contemporary sculptures in galleries worldwide.
April 30
New Jersey Folk Festival-Commemorating 100 years of Norwegian Independence
A celebration with Norwegian-American Folklife showcased by artists and exhibitors
May
May 1
Sissel to Perform with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir
LDS Conference Center, Salt Lake City, Utah.
May 1
Herring Lunch on "The Princess"
Enjoy an an afternoon on board "The Princess" with the Scandinavian American Society.
May 4, 6, 9 and 13
Leif Ove Andsnes
Carnegie Hall, NYC.
May 2-5
Oil Technology Conference
Just like previous years, the world's biggest oil technology conference will in 2005 have participation by several Norwegian companies and a number of official delegates. Houston, TX
May 2
New Scandinavian Design Panel Discussion
Five leading Scandinavian designers discuss new scandinavian design. Norwegian glass designer Cathrine Maske will take part.
Scandinavia House, NY.
May 6
Marcus Paus at Scandinavia House, NY
The 27-year old studies composition at Manhattan School of Music and will perform a recital concert.
May 6-8
Henning Kraggerud, violin, with Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Baltimore, MD.
May 6-8
The Norway Day Festival 2005
Crissy Field, San Francisco, CA
May 7 - June 18
Irene Christensen at the 25th Anniversary Spring Art Show
Brooklyn, New York
May 11 – 23, 2005
FIRST NATIONS/FIRST FEATURES - A Showcase of World Indigenous Film and Media
Two Norwegian films will be presented.
New York and Washington, D.C.
May 12
Sámi sounds with Johan Anders Bær
Held at Deutsches Haus at Columbia University, NY
May 13
Norwegian – American Dinner Dance.
Hosted by the Sons of Norway, the Norwegian Church Comittee and the Norwegian Society. Elksclub, Fairfax, VA.
May 14
Viking Fest 2005 in Brooklyn, NY
Hosted by Scandinavian East Coast Museum
May 14 and 15
Anki King in Crane Street Studios, Long Island City, NY
The Norwegian born painter will exhibit in an open studio
May 14 - 15
Tonje Indseth's debut at Design Downtown in New York
She will present her artistic lighting installation
Through May 15
Haavard Homstvedt at Southfirst in Brooklyn
His first soloshow is titled " Make Light in Your Dark House"
May 15
Constitution Day Picnic and Games in Carderock Park
Washington D.C
May 6 -17
Boston's Norumbega Lodge 506
List of events for May
May 15 - May 17
17th of May events in the Big Apple
Here is a listing of all the 17th of May events in the New York area
May 14 - May 17
17th of May events in Massachusetts
Norumbega Lodge #506, Sons of Norway hosts "Syttende Mai" dinner, dance, and children's event
May 17
Leads Møbler AS shows design furniture in New York
Leads Møbler AS will be the only Norwegian exhibitor represented at The 17th annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF).
May 19 - July 1
Anne Senstad's "Pink Project"
She will be showing new work at Paradigm Art
May 25
"Embassy Series" - Concert with Norwegian cellist Aage Kvalbein
Norwegian Ambassador’s residence, Washington, D.C.
May 21
Legends of the Future III: Under the Colours of Norway
Houston/Galveston-Stavanger Sister City Society and the youth chamber orchestra Virtuosi of Houston host a gala in honor of Norway. Also featuring cellist, Aage Kvalbein. Houston, TX
May 23
Cellist Aage Kvalbein in Concert
At The Norwegian Seamen's Church
May 25 - June 9
"Gems of Norwegian Cinema"
Classic Norwegian films
Scandinavia House, NY.
May 27 and 28
Garrison Keillor presents a Norwegian Centennial edition of “A Praire Home Companion”.
Featuring Mari Silje and Håkon A. Samuelson.
Wolf Trap, Vienna, VA.
May 29
Concert with Annar Follesø and Christian Ihle Hadland
Scandinavian Living Center
Boston, MA
May 31
Concert with Annar Follesø and Christian Ihle Hadland
Mindekirken, Minneapolis, MN
June
June 1, 8, 22 and 29
Norwegian films through the decades
Scandinavian House, NYC.
June 2
Annar Follesø: A Centennial Concert
Scandinavia House, NYC.
June 4, July 9 and August 20
Erik The Amazing and The Shallaballah
Puppetmaster Kirjan Waage is back with this popular show
BB King's, New York
June 4 and 5
Mari and Håkon Samuelsen in Concert
the will perform at the Norwegian Seamen's Church and at Carnegie Hall
June 5
NORWAY at the Brooklyn Museum of Art
The 2005 Commemorative Committee of New York and Brooklyn Museum of Art will present a festive family program, as a part of the yearlong commemoration of Norway’s 100th anniversary as an independent nation.
June 6
Ole Mathisen at Knitting Factory
Saxophonist Ole Mathisen will perform with the band SUNNY JAIN COLLECTIVE
June 6
Nordic Voices in Concert
Scandinavia House, NYC.
June 6 - 27
Ibsen's "Ghost" in Ohio
As part of the Scandinavian play series at Hiram College
June 7
Celebrating The Norwegian Day of Independence
A festive program will take place at Scandinavia House in commemoration of The Norwegian Parliament's vote on June 7, 1905
Scandinavia House, NYC
June 10 - June 11
Nisswa-stemne
The celebration features more than 130 musicians, with special guests from Vestnes, Norway.
Nisswa, MN
June 14 trough July 7
The Jessica Fletchers US Tour
The group performs in New York, Glendale, SanFrancisco, Dallas and Austin
June 14-19
Silverdocs Film Festival
Presents the Norwegian Film, "Raw Youth" by filmmaker Margreth Olin
Silver Springs, MD.
June 16-June 18
Arts & Ideas New Haven 2005 with The Brazz Brothes and Randi Tytingvåg
The Festival showcases hundreds of international events each summer, and this year
The Brazz Brothers and Randi Tytingvåg will be the featured Norgegian artists.
June 16
Eivind Opsvik: CD release party
Tone Collector will play at Cornelia Street Cafe
June 17-19
Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival 2005
Clatstop County Fairgrounds, Astoria, 0R
June 19
Klang Male Choir of Lillehammer
The Norwegian Lutheran memorial Church. Minneapolis, MN
June 28 through July 5
Annie US Tour
Pop artist Annie performs in New York, Chicago, San Francisco and Los Angeles
July
July 13
Røyksopp US Tour
The electronica duo will visit New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles with a brand new album
July 13 - 14
“Edvard Munch”, Film by Peter Watkins
The film is based on the painters real life
Cinema Village, NYC
July 15-17
Cecilie Dahl in ScopeHamptons Contemporary Art Fair
The fair features over 40 exhibitors from around the world
Long Island, NY
July 21- August 7
"Someone is Going to Come"- a play by playwright Jon Fosse
Presented at Hiram College in Ohio
July
Skogfjorden Language Village
Bemidij, MN.
Through - July 30
Rune Olsen exhibits in New York
Artist Rune Olsen will show sculpture in two exhibitions in New York this summer
August
August 6
Lapskaus Boulevard Walking Tour
The Scandinavian East Coast Museum will be holding a walking tour of Lapskaus Boulevard, once the colloquial name for Eight Avenue in Brooklyn
Through August 10
Sol Kjøk in "Working Artists in Brooklyn"
Atlanta, GA
Through August 14
Sol Kjøk in "American Drawing Biennial 8"
Williamsburg, VA
Wednesday August 17
“Now That She's Gone: Unraveling the Mystery of My Mother “ Written and Performed by Ellen Snortland
The Norwegian Seamen’s Church, NYC
Thursday August 25, 6 - 8pm
Rune Olsen Open Studio
Artists Alliance, New York
Through August 26
“Resonance” – a collection of photographs by H.M. Queen Sonja
Queen Sonja of Norway is exhibiting selections from her large personal collection of contemporary Norwegian landscape paintings at Scandinavia House, alongside 21 watercolors by Ørnulf Opdahl.
Through August 25
Breakable Art: Contemporary Glass and Ceramics from Norway
Scandinavia House, NYC
Saturday August 27 Scandinavian Consulates Football Cup 2005 Piper Park soccer field
Larkspur, CA
Through August 30
Exhibition of Photographs by Cecilie Dahl
Norwegian Cecilie Dahl will exhibit a collection of photographs at Heiberg Cummings Design.
Through August 30
Irene Christensen at Concepto Gallery
She will show 4 oil paintings.
September
September
Nordic Roots
Minneapolis, MN
September 1-29
Irene Christensen in ”Dining In/Dining Out”- A Feast for the Eyes
This group show features 11 artists representing Brooklyn and surrounding areas.
Brooklyn, New York
September 4
The 21th Annual Scandinavian Fest
Scandinavian Fest invites you to an all-day celebration of the culture, history and ethnic variety of the Nordic area.
New Jersey
September 4
Fe-mail to perform at Tonic in New York
September 8 - October 9
Wenche da Cruz: From Silvertown
Wenche da Cruz will show her paintings at Trygve Lie Gallery.
New York
September 9 - October 1
Elling Reitan will show his paintings at Westwood Gallery
New York
Through September 9
"NØRWÅY"-Nationality and Identity
Centennial Anniversary exhibit with Michael O´Donnell, Sigmund da Silva Lien, Ragnhild Steig Svenningsen and Jan V. Sæther.
Trygve Lie Gallery, NYC
September 12
a-ha to perform in New York
Irving Plaza, NYC
September 13 to September 22
Røyksopp's US Fall tour
September 16 - Nov. 6
Exhibit of Tordis Røyne's handmade Norwegian porcelain dolls in traditional costumes.
Galveston, TX
September 17
Folk dance performance by the Norwegian group Bjerkreimsringen
Heritage Hall, Brooklyn, NYC
September 17
Club exchange program – Oslo Club ”Blå” to Chicago
Empty Bottle, Chicago
September 18
Barbeque for young Norwegians
The Norwegian Seamen's Church, NYC
September 18-20
A visit by Their Majesties King Harald V and Queen Sonja
Including unveiling of the statue of HRH Crown Princess Märtha and opening of the Smithsonian Associates program for the Norwegian Centennial.
Washington, D.C.
September 19, 6.30 pm. SOLD OUT
Destination Norway
Her Majesty Queen Sonja presents an illustrated lecture on contemporary Norway.
September 22 - 28
Datarock in New York
September 22 through October 30
"The Master Builder" by Henrik Ibsen
Pearl Theatre, NYC
September 22 - October 30
Trygve Lie Exhibiton at the UN
Photo-exhibit of the life and work of Trygve Lie (1896-1968), the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1946-1953).
September 22-29 and November 10-17
Monica Emilie Herstads “Comewhatmay” at The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival
Monica Emilie Herstads video “Comewhatmay” has been officially selected for exhibition in the New York International Independent Film & Video Festival 2005.
L.A., September 22 – 29. New York, November 10-17.
September 23 - 25
Norway and the United States: 1905-2005 A Friendship and its Future
St. Olaf College, Northfield, MN.
Through September 25
FROST: Life & Culture of the Sámi - Reindeer People of Norway
Norwegian Sámi photographer Fred Ivar Utsi Klemetsen’s photo essay “FROST” documents the life of those who still herd their reindeer the traditional way.
Anchorage Museum of History and Art, Alaska
Through September 26
Torbjørn Rødland and Gardar Eide Einarsson in "Greater New York"
Photoartist Torbjørn Rødland and Gardar Eide Einarsson will be part of an exhibition titled "Greater New York 2005". P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center, NY.
September 26
Geir Lundestad presentation at the James A. Baker III Inst.
USA and Western Europe after 1945. Houston, TX
September 27, 6.30 pm.
Norways' Path to Peace
Director of the Norwegian Nobel Institute Geir Lundestad discusses Norway's role as a global leader in mediation and peace efforts. Ripley Center, National Museum of Natural History, Washington, D.C.
September 28
Nordic Voices Festival in New York
September 28
The annual International Association of Music Information Centres (IAMIC) Conference
Firebird Ensemble will perform compositions from Rolf Wallin
Thursday, September 29
NACC’s 90th Anniversary Gala Dinner Dance in New York
The Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce will celebrate their 90th Anniversary and present the NACC Achievement Award to Grete Waitz.
New York Palace Hotel, NYC
September 29, 20 and October 1
Truls Mørk and the National Symphony Orchestra
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C.
September 29 - November 5
Gardar Eide Einarsson Solo Exhibition
Team Gallery, New York
September 30 - October 29
Mortiis US Tour
September 30 - October 30
The Lady from the Sea by Henrik Ibsen
Lantern Theater Company, Philadelphia
October
October 1
Colorado's six Sons of Norway Lodges Celebrate the Centennial
Denver, CO
October 1
Benefit Concert for the victims of Hurricane Katrina
Sponsored by Norumbega Lodge #506, Sons of Norway, Boston, MA
Through October 1
"Hedda Gabler" by Henrik Ibsen
Roadhouse Theatre, PA
Through October 3
The Nobel Centennial Exhibition in San Francisco
The Exploratorium, San Francisco, CA
October 2
Norwegian Festival in Central Park/Norway Run 2005
This is an annual celebration of Norwegian culture and physical fitness. The event will be kicked off by the incredible nine-time New York Marathon winner Grete Waitz.
Central Park, NYC
October 3
Norwegian Language Classes in Massachusetts
October 4&5
Annbjørg Lien in New York and Washington
She will perform at Joe's Pub, NY, and Baird Auditorium, Washington
October 7 - October 15
A Doll´s House at Cedarville University Theatre
Cedarville University, OH
October 7 - October 21
Turbonegro's US tour
October 8-18
U.S. Readings & Book signings with Princess Märtha Louise of Norway
New York, North Dakota, Seattle, Los Angeles
October 8 - November 5
Norwegian artists Kira Wager and Anders Eiebakke will exhibit their paintings and drawings
Rare Gallery, New York.
October 11
Rewriting what it means to be Norwegian: migrant or multicultural literature in the Nordic countries, lecture by Ingeborg Kongslien, University of Oslo, Norway
University of Chicago, IL
October 11 - 15
Norsk Høstfest
Minot, North Dakota
October 13
"Sailing North" – Exhibition & Concert
With Dag Telhaug (Painter) and Helene Bøksle (Singer) accompanied by Sindre Hotvedt (piano).
The Norwegian Seamen's Church/TrygveLie Gallery, NYC
October 14
New York Latin jazz band AfroMantra in Concert
El Taller Latino Americano, NYC
October 14 - October 23
A Dollhouse
University of Iowa Theatre Arts. IA
October 15 and 29
Shortwave Broadcasting of the Berlevag Male Choir; Gospel Music in North America
The Berlevag Male Choir Gospel Music will be featured on shortwave Radio in North Central, and Northeastern states of America
October 17
The City of Peace: Explaining the Oslo Peace Accords
Lecture with Professor Daniel Heradstveit.
Scandinavia House, NYC
October 17 - 19
The Norwegian National Opera: "Peer Gynt" with Toralv Maurstad, Lisa Fjeldstad and more.
Ordway Theatre, St. Paul, MN.
October 17 - 19
Visit by HRH Crown Prince Haakon to the Midwest.
October 20
The Nordic Ship: Viking Ship Construction and Sailing
Lecture with Alf Bøe.
Scandinavia House, NYC
October 20
Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen
Morovian College Theatre Company, Pennsylvania
October 20 - October 30
The Select Media Festival 04 with Norwegian artists Løvøen, Lan and Gaasemyr
The Iron Studios, Chicago IL
October 22
The Sámi
Two Scholars who are native Sámi, presents an overview of the culture, language, literature, archaeology, and current state of affairs for the Sámi living in Norway, the Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.
October 22
Unforgettable Sound of the Sámi
Inspired by their Sámi roots, the trio Vajas (Echo) seeks to preserve the rich traditions of songs - joiks - in the following Sámi language.
Natural History Building, Washington, D.C.
October 22
Grieg concert by the Shepherd School of Music`s Symponic Orchestra.
Rice University, Houston, TX
October 22 - mid April 2006
FROST: Life and Culture of the Sámi - Reindeer People of Norway
Norwegian Sámi photographer Fred Ivar Utsi Klemetsen’s photo essay “FROST” documents the life of those who still herd their reindeer the traditional way.
National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.
October 24: SOLD OUT
Embassy Chef Thor Gabrielsen
Join Mrs. Ellen Vollebaek, author Gail Scott, and the Norwegian Embassy's new chef to "taste history" - from appetizers to deserts - with food reflecting the fascinating eras of Norwegian cuisine. At the Residence of the Norwegian Ambassador, Washington, D.C.
October 25
Sámi Music with VAJAS
Scandinavia House, NYC
October 25
The struggle for identity and recognition: the artist’s role, lecture by Per Solvang, University of Bergen, Norway
University of Chicago, IL
October 25
Hurra Torpedo in North Carolina and Georgia
Georgia Theatre, 215 N Lumpkin St Athens, GA
October 25 - 28
Ane Brun in New York
Concerts have been cancelled
October 27 – 30
AAF Contemporary Art Fair NYC 2005
Norwegian Anne Senstad's work can bee seen at Paradigm Art's booth
Pier 92, NYC
October 28
Gluecifer’s farewell concert in New York
Hard Rock Times Square, NYC
October 29
The Life and Songs of Edvard Grieg
Advent Lutherean Church, NYC
October 29
Chamber Music performed by the Coucherons
Award winning brother-sister duo David (piano) and Julie Coucheron (violin), the youngest artists ever to play Grieg's 3 sonatas, presents a romanticly virtuosic consert of Paganini, Grieg, Bull and Chopin, followed by a Norwegian buffet reception, at the Norwegian Ambassador's residence. Washington, D.C.
October 30
Northern Lights
The Ethereal Aurora Borealis - Multimedia presentation by solar physicist Paal Brekke, Baird Auditorium, National Museum of Natural History, Washington, D.C.
November
November 1-3
Lectures on Norwegian Architecture
Presenting innovative companies Snøhetta, Helen & Hard, Code and Space Group
Scandinavia House, New York
November 2
Tracking Polar Bears
A symbol of the pristine Arctic environment, polar bears excite great interest. World-renowned expert Jon Aars tracks the polar bear's yearly cycle of life and discusses its defining characteristics.
November 3
All Grieg. Concert with Håvard Gimse and Bjarte Engeset.
The Music Center at Strathmore, North Bethesda, MD.
November 4 and 5
Open Studio with Irene Christensen
Christensen will show an installation and paintings at East Chelsea Studio, NYC
November 4 - 6
Concerts with Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and pianist Håvard Gimse + Bjarte Engeset as guest conductor.
Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Baltimore, MD.
November 4 - 10
The CinemaEast Film Festival will show Norwegian director Hisham al-Zouki and his short film ”The Wash”.
Quad Cinemam, NYC
November 5
Nedre Nygaard, Bergen, Norway: A community-based urban renewal project? By Inger Lena Gaasemyr.
Mess Hall, Chicago, IL
November 5
Nordic Fest arranged by Sons of Norway
Topsfield Fairgrounds, MA
November 6
Gala concert: "A Century of Norwegian Independence"
Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center, NYC.
November 7
The Challenge of International Peace Keeping from Policy to Implementation; Norway's Contribution.
Fordham University's Lincoln Center campus, NYC
November 7
Yankees from Across the Sea
More than 6,000 Norwegian immigrants fought in the Union Army during the Civil War. Lecture based on their letters written in Norwegian, by historian Karl Jakob Skarstein. The Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.
November 8
TONE COLLECTOR with Eivind Opsvik
The koze lounge, Brooklyn
November 8, 9 and 10
The Man Who Loved Haugesund – Boston Jewish Film Festival
Coolidge Corner Theatre, Brookline, MA
November 12
Monica Emilie Herstad’s ”Comewhatmay” - Dance Performance
The film will be presented as a solo dance performance and a multimediaevent
NYC
November 13
FREE Concert with Håvard Gimse
The National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
November 14
Great Voices
Marianne Stecher-Hansen and Tina Nunnally showcase the lives and careers of the Norwegian winners of the Nobel Prize in Literature: Sigrid Undset and Knut Hamsun. The Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.