Local Concert: Ganxsta Zolee & the Kartel

If this is your cup of tea you can start the year with the "uncrowned king of Pannonian macho hip-hop, who kicks down the door on sadness with a concert in such a way that it takes us away from our surroundings".

11 January - A38 Ship Budapest

Classical Ballet: Tchaikovsky's Onegin

The music of Tchaikovsky brings Pushkin's legendary melancholic to life once again in Budapest, this time as a ballet by choreographer John Cranko.

12 January - Opera Budapest

Contemporary Dance: Jenna Jalonen's 'Halo'

Intertwining sacred dances and ritualistic movements with contemporary dance forms within a modern societal context, it underscores the transformative influence of voice as a dynamic element of movement.

13 January - Trafó Budapest

Classical Music: From Mozart to Ravel by Ránki, Stark & Devich

Talented young artists will perform a selection of outstanding masterpieces from the piano trio repertoire, from Mozart to Ravel.

14 January - Budapest Music Center

Contemporary Hungarian Culture: World Premiere of 'Time Vessel'

This world premiere by Grecsó & Hrutka Band is underpinned by the experiences of their early, highly successful collaborations, yet promises to be an utterly new production, packed full of surprises.

15 January - Festival Theatre Budapest

Contemporary Folk Dance: 'Fathers & Sons' by Danube Art Ensemble

This new show aims to tell you about tradition, its passing down and acquisition through the spiritual relationship between fathers and sons. This is part of a series in which dancers pay tribute to folk dance collectors.

16 January - National Dance Theatre Budapest

Free Online Concert: Jazzbois feat. Kaláka

Müpa, in addition to live webcasts, have lined up recordings of defining performances at the Palace of Arts in Budapest. Tune in and relive this exciting production in the comfort of your own home.

17 January - Palace of Arts Budapest