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A Vibrant Cultural Scene

Austria is recognised worldwide as a country synonymous with culture. And truly, culture here does flourish impressively with the list of events taking place in cities, towns and villages throughout the country very long. It is not only theatre that gives the country a festive appearance, but also the many concerts and exhibitions, dance performances and readings. The focus is always on light, cheerful enjoyment, and it is the combination of artistic quality with good food and drink that is unique in Austria.

Michael Haneke Season
The Austrian Film Director Michael Haneke has been at the forefront of European cinema since his first feature The Seventh Continent. His latest film "The White Ribbon" saw its world premiere in Cannes. Michael Haneke Season from 5th – 30th November 2009 is not to be missed.
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"Trapp-ed" in Austria!
2009 marks the 50th anniversary of the Broadway premiere of The Sound of Music. This unforgettable film won five Oscars in 1965 and is the most screened film worldwide to date. Follow in the footsteps of the singing Trapp family on tour!
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Austria in London
The Austrian Cultural Forum in London promotes cultural contacts between the UK and Austria, organising events, supporting artists and projects in the fields of music, performing arts, literature, film and visual arts. It provides an unrivalled venue in central London for recitals, lectures, conferences and visual arts.
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Cityscape
Fall for Vienna's whirl of Imperial palaces, opulent Jugendstil cafés and the Museum Quarter's cultural riches. Mozart runs through Salzburg's baroque veins. Peer above red-tiled rooftops and gables in Graz's Old Town, up to pointy alpine peaks from Innsbruck's maze of narrow streets and seek out Roman-rooted Linz on the Danube's banks.
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Linz - 2009 European Capital of Culture
Linz welcomes you to celebrate the city in 2009 as it takes centre stage as the European Capital of Culture.
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The Sound of Music
Who can't hum at least a few bars of 'Edelweiss' or 'The Hills Are Alive'? The story of the Von Trapp family continues to resonate with fans all over the world as the popular 1965 musical starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer remains a beloved favourite, inspiring plenty of visits to the 'The Sound of Music' city.
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2009 Year of Haydn
Who is Joseph Haydn? His contemporaries would have found that an easy question to answer: At the time he was the greatest, most famous, and most eminent composer of his era. His grandiose lifework, more than 1,200 compositions, definitely makes him a “Master of the Vienna Classic.
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