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86th Carnival of the Art Academy of Latvia Preparty

February 06, Friday 2026 21.00
Symbolically returning to its roots as an exclusive event for the LMA community — students, faculty, staff, alumni, and their friends. This year’s theme, 'Dance Plague' explores a state where movement becomes uncontrollable and dance turns into necessity. Balancing ecstasy and madness, ritual and entertainment, freedom and obsession, the historical idea of dance mania is reimagined here as a celebration of life, joy, and creative energy. The carnival will feature a diverse lineup of performers, including Hospitāļu iela, Aģentūra, Nielslens Lielsliens, Nora Kripta, Zvīņas, as well as other Latvian musicians and musical projects by LMA students. Special surprises are promised by the theatre troupe Kvadrifrons. The full lineup will be announced on the LMA Carnival social channels. Venue: Latvian