Constantin Brâncoveanu Awards Gala 2024
Select edition:The Constantin Brâncoveanu Awards Gala, a heartfelt celebration of Romania’s cultural and historical heritage, joyfully announced the laureates of its 11th edition. Organized each year by the Alexandrion Foundation, this prestigious event shines a light on extraordinary achievements in culture and science, honoring personalities whose work uplifts, inspires, and leaves a lasting mark on society. The 11th edition unfolded at the Alexandrion Experience Hotel in Sinaia, welcoming 200 guests to an enchanting evening filled with artistry, dedication, and the spirit of legacy, where every moment celebrated talent, passion, and the enduring power of human creativity.
Special awards
His All Holiness Bartholomew I, Archbishop of Constantinople/New Rome and Ecumenical Patriarch, in recognition of his tireless efforts to promote peace and dialogue worldwide.
Laureates
The 2024 laureates embody the excellence and creativity the Gala seeks to honor:
Science, Technology, and Innovation
Dorel Banabic
Award for promoting Romanian contributions internationally in science, technology, and innovation.
History
Mircea-Gheorghe Abrudan
Award for his book "Metropolitan Andrei Șaguna: A Cultural Biography"
Film
Dorina Lazăr
Award for an exceptional career.
Architecture
Dan Marin
Award for the House S project in the Domenii area of Bucharest, completed between 2020 and 2024.
Visual Arts
Constantin Flondor
Award for an exceptional career in visual arts.
Music
Madrigal Choir
Award for artistic excellence.
Theater
Oana Pellea
Award for an exceptional career for performances in The Silent Escape, Callas, and The Chairs.
Art History
Magda Cârneci
Award for an exceptional career.
Jury
Each laureate is carefully selected by a distinguished jury, whose members bring decades of experience and vision in their respective fields. This year, the jury included:
President & Science, Technology, and Innovation Judge:
Prof. Univ. Dr. Daniel David – Psychologist, Rector of Babeș-Bolyai University, member of the Romanian Academy.
Vice-President & Visual Arts Judge:
Ștefan Râmniceanu – Painter, sculptor, poet, filmmaker.
Theater Judge:
Prof. Univ. Dr. Ludmila Patlanjoglu – Theatrologist and critic.
Film:
Magda Mihăilescu – Film critic.
Music:
Sorina Goia – Musicologist.
Architecture:
Prof. Univ. Dr. Marian Moiceanu – Architect and Rector of the University of Architecture and Urbanism “Ion Mincu”.
History:
Prof. Dr. Constantin Corneanu – Historian, President of the Board of Directors of the European Association for Geopolitical and Strategic Studies “Gheorghe I. Brătianu”.
Artistic Moments
The Gala was enriched with extraordinary artistic performances that celebrated the richness of Romanian music. Internationally renowned artists took the stage, including soprano Irina Baianț, violinist Alexandru Tomescu, flutist Cătălin Oprițoiu, pianist and composer Xenti Runceanu, and tenor Ovidiu Lazăr, accompanied by the Bucharest Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Andrei Tudor. Their performances transformed the ceremony into a true tribute to art and culture.
