The Wschodnia Street Festival is a joint initiative of institutions, organisations, galleries, studios and local venues. It continues the tradition of the Słońce wschodzi na Wschodniej [The Sun Rises on Wschodnia Street] event and showcases this part of the city as a place filled with remarkable stories and creative energy. The programme includes guided walks, concerts, workshops, exhibitions, meetings, screenings, artistic activities and attractions for the whole family. The event also forms part of the celebrations of the European Heritage Days.
Full festival programme: Wschodnia Street Festival (in Polish)
One of the highlights will be an event organised by the University of Lodz at the Alfred Biedermann’s Palace (Franciszkańska 1/5). On Saturday, 19 September, from 5.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m., visitors will have the opportunity to attend Podwieczorek u Biedermanna [Afternoon Tea at the Biedermanns’].
The programme includes:
- a concert by the Namysto Choir,
- historical re-enactments presenting the everyday life of a factory-owner family,
- a palace cinema programme prepared in cooperation with the Educational Film Studio.
The screening will feature the following films: “Ballada o Łodzi” [Ballad of Łódź] (1957), directed by Stanisław Kokesz, “Pałace Ziemi Obiecanej” [Palaces of the Promised Land] (1967), directed by Leszek Skrzydło and “Lodz 550” (1973), directed by Tadeusz Stefanek.
Guests visiting the palace will have the opportunity to experience the atmosphere of historic social gatherings and learn about customs related to etiquette, fashion, salon conversation and the serving of tea and coffee characteristic of the period. The historical setting of the event will be created by the “Ziemia Obiecana” Historical Re-enactment Group, a community of enthusiasts who will take visitors on a unique journey through time.
More information: Podwieczorek u Biedermanna [Afternoon Tea at the Biedermanns’]
Admission is free.
