My favourite 'arty' things...

Classical Music: 'Jupiter' Symphony (1788) by Mozart

This is one of the few examples of musical perfection.

Opera: The Consul (1950) by Gian Carlo Menotti
This opera deals with the plight of refugees in an unnamed totalitarian state. Powerful.

Dance: Nearly Beloved (1986) by Graeme Murphy and Graeme Koehne
A thoroughly enjoyable Australian dance work that covers the gamut of emotions.

Film: The Court Jester (1956) directed by Norman Panama and Melvin Frank
One of the best American comedies ever made. Actor Danny Kaye is brilliant.

Literature: The Lost Language of Cranes (1986) by David Leavitt
A fascinating novel dealing with the lack of communication within the family unit. Set in New York.

Syndicated Television: Eurovision Song Contest
I love it because it is so daggy.

Painting: Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch
I never tire from looking at this surreal painting.

And finally, my favourite European country?
Why, Romania, of course!