April 16 is celebrated as Armenian Cinema Day. In 2019, the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia adopted the draft law designating April 16 as Armenian Cinema Day, and it was approved. On April 16, 2025, Armenian Cinema Day was also celebrated at the Armenian Cultural Center in Budapest, organized by the volunteers of the Armenian Cultural Foundation, Shogher Manukyan, and Flora Hambardzumyan. Armenian films and animated movies were screened, including Tzhvzhik, The Magic Lavash, 0199, Unlucky Panos, The Lord and the Servant, and Brave Nazar.

Article written by Flora Hambardzumyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879

Photos by Flora Hambardzumyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879

On March 25, 2025, in commemoration of the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, the musical Musa Dagh was performed at the National Theatre. It was organized by Artin Diramerian, with music composed by Ember Peter. The lead role of Gabriel Bagradian was played by Toth Andreas, while Kovach Olga portrayed Juliette. The narrator was Csizmadia Gabriella. The Havq dance group, led by Sima Ohanyan, also took part in the theatrical performance.

The play depicted how the Armenians of Musa Dagh fortified themselves on the mountain under the leadership of Gabriel Bagradian in an act of self-defense. It also portrayed the relationship between Juliette and a young Greek man, who left her behind and went to Aleppo. His betrayal was later revealed, followed by the depiction of Stephan’s murder and Gabriel Bagradian’s tragedy.

At the conclusion of the performance, the audience expressed their appreciation with prolonged applause and deep emotion.

Article written by Flora Hambardzumyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879

Photos by Flora Hambardzumyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879

On March 21, an evening dedicated to the renowned Armenian writers Avetik Isahakyan and Vahan Teryan took place at the Armenian Cultural Center. The date was not chosen by chance, as March 21 is World Poetry Day. The great writers were selected based on the fact that this year marks the 150th anniversary of Avetik Isahakyan and the 140th anniversary of Vahan Teryan.

The literary evening was organized by two volunteers from the Armenian Cultural Fund—Flora Hambardzumyan and Shogher Manukyan. The event featured presentations on the literary contributions of Avetik Isahakyan and Vahan Teryan, highlighting their significance in Armenian literature. Films about both writers were screened.

Poems by Avetik Isahakyan and Vahan Teryan were recited by Miklós Soros, Flora Hambardzumyan, Argine Margaryan, Anzhela Matevosyan, and Libor Laura. Additionally, songs with lyrics written by Avetik Isahakyan and Vahan Teryan were performed by Ara Ghazaryan, Anzhela Matevosyan, and Movses Ayaryan, accompanied by Shogher Manukyan (cello), Irena Martirosyan (piano), and Movses Ayaryan (guitar).

The event brought together Armenians living in Hungary to celebrate the works of Avetik Isahakyan and Vahan Teryan.

Article written by Flora Hambardzumyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879

Photos by Flora Hambardzumyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879