The great leader. The potion for eternal life; the citizens whose internal organs are used to distil the liquid.

The Ghanaian-Brooklynite Blitz the Ambassador has in the last few years shot up to the sharpest pinnacle in indie-rap.

On the Night of the Arts, culture and people meet – in unusual places, in unexpected ways.

In 2012, the Night of the Arts takes place on Thursday 23 August. The programme is published in August.

In the Debutants series, Helsinki Festival in collaboration with Elisa, showcases a group of highly talented artists on the cusp of their professional breakthrough, drawn from the festival programme.

The collaboration between Helsinki Festival and OP-Pohjola sees the French piano virtuoso Pierre-Laurent Aimard visit Finland to play with some of the country’s most gifted musicians.