Media
Here you will find links to articles and radio and television shows that discuss the project’s idea, creative journey, and its meaning. These are reflections from the outside, letting you see “Slapta meilė” from a different angle.
In her debut novel, Julija Janus puts forward a new version of what caused Radziwiłł’s death
Artist Julija Janus, best known as a clothing and accessories designer and placemaking expert, is stepping into a new field – her first work of...
Janus, author of a historical detective novel about Barbara Radziwiłł: “This is another version of the legend”
Artist, placemaking designer and exhibition curator Julija Janus tries to bring historical figures and half-forgotten city stories closer to people today. This time her focus...
From Vilnius to Uppsala: an exhibition about queens opens up a shared European memory
On 14 February, the international exhibition “Queens” by the National Museum of Lithuania (LNM) opened at Uppsala Castle in Sweden, according to an LNM press...
Julija Janus on art, placemaking and queens
Julija Janus – a creator whose works blend fashion, art, and history. She transitioned from the fashion world to placemaking, initiated public art installations, and...
Interview with Julija Janus | Exhibition “Queen, Kingdom and Feelings”
We invite you to immerse yourself in the world of queens – history, emotions, and creativity.In this video, ELLE Lithuania journalist Morta Nor interviews Julija...
A summer afternoon with Julija Janus
On air on LRT radio’s “Summer Afternoon” programme – designer and creator Julija Janus and the stories of queens… Hosted by Unė Liandzbergytė and Gabrielė...
Julija Janus’s exhibition “Queen, Kingdom and Feelings” now welcomes visitors!
Today, during Design Week, an exhibition by Julija Janus was officially opened at the House of Histories of the National Museum of Lithuania. The exhibition...
Julija Janus’s exhibition “Queen, Kingdom and Feelings” now welcomes visitors!
Today, during Design Week, an exhibition by Julija Janus was officially opened at the House of Histories of the National Museum of Lithuania. The exhibition...
Distinguished guests at the opening in Vilnius of the exhibition about Barbara Radziwiłł and Catherine Jagiellon
On Wednesday evening, the international exhibition “Queen, Kingdom and Feelings” opened in Vilnius at the House of Histories of the National Museum of Lithuania. It...
Two queens, two legends: an international exhibition about Barbara Radziwiłł and Catherine Jagiellon
On 4 June, the international exhibition “Queen, Kingdom and Feelings” opens at the House of Histories of the National Museum of Lithuania. It tells the...
A romantic date in royal Vilnius
Romantic, sexy, full of intrigue, lush and slightly dark – that’s how we might describe the royal romance of 16th-century Vilnius. You’ve probably already realised...
“Slapta meilė”: the unique love story of Sigismund Augustus and Barbara Radziwiłł presents Lithuania to the world
A new project “Slapta meilė” has been launched in Lithuanian tourism. It has undertaken to present Vilnius and the whole of Lithuania in a way...
Vilnius tours follow the trail of royal love
In history textbooks, we mostly read dry facts: dates, causes, consequences. In this way, the people who lived in the past are, as it were,...
Designer Julija Janus’s exhibition of stylised historical costumes “Slapta meilė” comes to Dubingiai
The famous love story between Sigismund Augustus, heir to the Lithuanian and Polish thrones, and Barbara Radziwiłł began in 1543. The four-year-long secret relationship became...
A modern portrait of Barbara Radziwiłł: would she be a megastar today?
As we approach the spectacular 500th anniversary of her birth, the Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania museum shares another artists’ vision of how...
J. Janus’s unique notebook series reveals glimpses of the DNA of secret love and romantic Vilnius
A workbook or notebook is a daily companion to your work, goals and dreams, and should be practical and pleasing to the eye. For those...
The Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania invites you to celebrate Barbara Radziwiłł’s 500th birthday with the exhibition “Slapta meilė”
The Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania museum invites you to celebrate a rare anniversary together. On 6 December we will mark the 500th...
Today’s stars pose for a portrait of a famous historical couple: a violinist and the lead singer of The Roop
“I didn’t know much about Sigismund Augustus and Barbara Radziwiłł—about as much as a not especially diligent secondary-school pupil usually knows. Apparently they were in...
Today’s stars pose for a portrait of a famous historical couple: a violinist and the lead singer of The Roop
“I didn’t know much about Sigismund Augustus and Barbara Radziwiłł – roughly as much as a not especially diligent secondary school pupil usually knows. They...
Today’s stars pose for a portrait of a famous historical couple: a violinist and the lead singer of The Roop
“I didn’t know much about Sigismund Augustus and Barbara Radziwiłł – roughly as much as a not especially diligent secondary school pupil usually knows. They...
LRT radio show: how does the love story of Sigismund Augustus and Barbara Radziwiłł inspire artists today?
“Slapta meilė”: a route through Vilnius following the love story of Sigismund Augustus and Barbara Radziwiłł, and an exhibition inspired by the legend – with...
LRT.lt – Julija Janus: Barbara Radziwiłł is a rock star, yet we fail to make use of her legend’s sex appeal
The exhibition “Slapta meilė” by interdisciplinary artist Julija Janus at Vilnius Town Hall brings to life the most beautiful love story of Vilnius. It is...