{"id":112097,"date":"2022-11-17T17:23:39","date_gmt":"2022-11-17T15:23:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balticguide.ee\/?p=112097"},"modified":"2024-11-07T15:12:11","modified_gmt":"2024-11-07T13:12:11","slug":"culture-at-opposite-ends-of-the-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/balticguide.ee\/en\/culture-at-opposite-ends-of-the-city\/","title":{"rendered":"Culture at opposite ends of the city"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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August 2022, saw the opening of the brand new Viimsi Artium cultural centre. Breaking with protocol, not only was the President of Estonia Alar Karis<\/strong> in attendance, but also Prime Minister Kaja Kallas<\/strong>, and Head of the Parliament J\u00fcri Ratas<\/strong> \u2013 showing the importance of the 16 million euros centre, not just locally, but also nationally and beyond.<\/p>\n

For Inga Koppel<\/strong>, Head of International Relations and Projects at Viimsi Artium, \u201cthe building itself is very much in harmony with nature\u201d. This is something that hits you as you enter the building\u2019s main lobby which blends into the nature reserve behind, and transcends into the use of materials and large windows.<\/p>\n

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Exterior of Viimsi Artium.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The concert hall can hold over 450 people.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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It is not just the beauty of the building that has earned it a nomination in this year\u2019s Estonian architecture awards, but it is how transformable the three performance spaces are, being described by Viimsi Artium CEO Kristiina Reidolv<\/strong> as, \u201clike a swiss army knife\u201d.<\/p>\n

However, it is what the building offers that will attract visitors. From art exhibitions and concerts, to dance performances and multidisciplinary shows, the offering is unique for Estonia. In the coming weeks, the highlight of the programme is Nicole Beutler\u2019s<\/strong> 8: METAMORPHOSIS, which will be performed on November 25 and 26. <\/p>\n

The building also contains an art school, music school and science school. \u201cThis is the mission, to bring together young people to learn arts and be able to appreciate them,\u201d Koppel adds.<\/p>\n

You can learn more about Viimsi Artium, and see the full programme of events and exhibitions on their website<\/a>.<\/span> <\/p>\n

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Karin Laansoo is the Artistic Director at Kai Keskus <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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An art gallery in a submarine factory<\/h2>\n

At the other end of Tallinn bay, you will find Kai Keskus in Noblessnor. For Karin Lansoo<\/strong>, the Artistic Director, the building which was originally built as a submarine factory is an incredible space for art, and one that inspires artists.<\/p>\n

 \u201cThe building is a gift. The beams are so contemporary, you don\u2019t see a space like this anymore. Every single artist that has done an exhibition here has been floored by the space,\u201c explains Laansoo.<\/p>\n

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Merike Estna\u2019s exhibition is open until the end of November.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Currently, in the exhibition space, you will find the solo exhibition \u201cSoil will not contain our love \u201c by acclaimed Estonian artist Merike Estna<\/strong>. The exhibition is a kind of mini-retrospective of the artist\u2019s work, showcasing her multi-layered style and progression over the last 20 years. There are also works commissioned especially for the exhibition. Her 6m tall work \u2018Ocean of Endangered Times\u2019 is a highlight of the exhibition and draws your eye immediately, fitting perfectly into the space. The exhibition will be on display until November 27.<\/p>\n

Earlier this year saw a collaboration with S\u00f5prus cinema bring a 70-seater cinema to Kai Keskus. Where a rich and diverse selection of movies and documentaries are on offer 7 days a week. <\/p>\n

Kai also offers a bookstore and a number of rental opportunites. Not only can you rent the exhibition space and cinema for events, you can also rent out meeting rooms and office space (the latter of which is currently full) \u2013 showcasing the different ways in which the space can be used. <\/p>\n

You can learn more about Kai Keskus and their programme of exhibitions and films on their website<\/a><\/span>. <\/p>\n

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Kai Keskus is located in the trendy Noblessner area.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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