Identities, the debut of a new generation of talented artists and musicians supported through the Young Talents program
February 20, 2025 The Margareta of Romania Royal Foundation marks the debut of a new generation of talented artists and musicians through the event Identities, a visual arts exhibition and a classical music recital, which will take place on February 24, 2025, at the Elite Art Gallery in Bucharest. Now in its 12th edition, this moment represents the first promotional opportunity in which the scholars of the Young Talents 2025 programme present their artistic vision to the general public.
Young artists and musicians on the path to recognition
Now in its 17th edition, the national Young Talents programme provides support to 30 young artists and musicians aged between 14 and 24, who come from financially disadvantaged backgrounds. Through scholarships, intergenerational mentoring sessions, masterclasses, and promotional events, these young people receive the opportunity to develop their talent and make their artistic voice heard.
Visual arts exhibition and classical music recital
Between February 24 and March 2, 2025, the Elite Art Gallery in Bucharest (3–5 United Nations Square, Block B2, ground floor) will host the visual arts exhibition of the Young Talents scholars, 2025 edition, curated by Ileana Dana Marinescu, mentor within the project. Visitors will be able to discover works from various fields, such as painting, graphics, fashion design, textile arts and design, photo-video, created by the 15 visual artists selected this year.
The opening of the exhibition will take place on Monday, February 24, at 18:00, in the presence of Her Royal Highness Princess Sofia, and will be followed by a classical music recital performed by the young musician scholars starting at 18:30. Their performances on piano, saxophone, cello, oboe, bassoon, flute, clarinet and French horn will include works from the repertoire of composers I. Clarke, P. Gaubert, J. Haydn, M. Dring, G. Grovlez, F. Poulenc, I. Deterling and P. Iturralde. The musical programme was prepared under the guidance of Emil Vișenescu, principal clarinetist of the George Enescu Philharmonic and mentor within the Young Talents project.
An open invitation to art and music lovers
Access to the Identities event is free, offering the public the opportunity to discover and support Romania’s young artists. It is an occasion to engage directly with the new generation of creators and performers, as well as to contribute to the country’s cultural future. Those who wish to support the Young Talents programme can make an online donation at fundatiaregala.ro/donationline.
Romania needs art!
Through the Young Talents programme, the Margareta of Romania Royal Foundation reaffirms its commitment to supporting the younger generations of artists and to providing them with opportunities for their development and promotion. The list of the 30 scholars of 2025 can be consulted here.
Exhibition visiting hours: Monday – Friday, 11:00 – 19:00, with free admission.
Program partner:: Kaufland Romania | Program sponsors: EY România, B&B Collection – Kultho, PEPCO Retail, PPG România – Oskar, Ferrero Rocher, Dedeman, Yardi România, UniCredit Bank, Enayati Medical City, Highlight Agency, Casa Siqua, Easy Print Services, Emotion Philms Production
Media partners of the program over time: Europa FM, TVR, TVR Cultural, Radio România, Radio România Muzical, Radio România Cultural, Radio România Actualități, Radio Trinitas, RFI România, Radio Clasic, Magic FM, AGERPRES, Forbes, Forbes Life, ziarul cotidian diplomatic Nine O’Clock, Ziarul News, Zile și Nopți, Historia, Revista BIZ, Haute Culture, The Institute, The Diplomat, Adevărul, Revista CARIERE, Revista Insight TAROM, Revista Cultura, Cocor Media Channel, IQads, SMARK, Phoenix Media, mediaTRUST România, Zenith Media
About the Young Talents Program
The national Young Talents programme, run by the Margareta of Romania Royal Foundation, was launched in 2009 with the aim of supporting and promoting talented young artists who come from low-income families and who need financial support to reach their true potential and express their talent. What differentiates the Young Talents programme from other projects that offer scholarships is its holistic approach, focused on the development and affirmation of these emerging artists. In addition to financial support, the young people receive guidance from valuable mentors, training through masterclasses, and very important promotional opportunities, all of which create a launching platform for an artistic career.To date, 470 scholarships have been awarded to talented young people at the beginning of their journey, who study music or visual arts in high schools and universities in Romania, helping them overcome financial difficulties and continue to express their artistic value. In support of the scholars, 141 recitals and concerts, 87 exhibitions, and 138 mentoring sessions or masterclasses have been organized. Over time, more than 2 million euros have been invested in Romania’s artistic future. The Young Talents programme is recognized as the Best Art and Culture Programme in Romania, being a four-time laureate of the Civil Society Gala. More details are available at [www.tinteretalente.org](http://www.tinteretalente.org).
About The Margareta of Romania Royal Foundation
The Margareta of Romania Royal Foundation was established in 1990 by King Michael I of Romania and Her Majesty Margareta, Custodian of the Romanian Crown. With 35 years of activity, the Margareta of Romania Royal Foundation supports children, youth, and elderly people through sustainable interventions based on the exchange of experience and values between generations. Over time, the Foundation has been involved in numerous social and cultural projects, as well as initiatives supporting education and artistic talent. More details are available on fundatiaregala.ro/.
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About Elite Art Gallery
Since 2003, ELITE ART GALLERY has presented contemporary art exhibitions to the public, featuring representative Romanian artists. Initially designed with works created at the Balcic Art Camp, these exhibitions have expanded to include multiple themes and artistic projects. As part of the ELITE ART CLUB UNESCO Association, ELITE ART GALLERY has built a solid portfolio over the years, including exhibitions, artistic competitions dedicated to young artists, and other related projects. The Association implements projects in the fields of visual arts and music, as well as educational projects, contributing to the support of young artists. This project, hosted by Elite Art Gallery and implemented by the Margareta of Romania Royal Foundation, is one of them.
