Art meets music: Alec Monopoly honors Richard Lugner in Lugner City
On February 26, 2025, US artist Alec Monopoly creates graffiti in Lugner City as a tribute to Richard Lugner. Visit the spectacle!
Art meets music: Alec Monopoly honors Richard Lugner in Lugner City
A special kind of spectacle awaits visitors to Lugner City: The famous American street artist and DJ Alec Monopoly will spray a huge graffiti portrait of the late builder Richard Lugner on the outer wall of the shopping center next Wednesday, February 26th. The work of art will be unveiled at 3 p.m., which is intended to be a homage to Lugner, according to Jacqueline Lugner, daughter of the legendary entrepreneur. “We are pleased to be able to offer all visitors a unique spectacle,” she said. Following the artistic performance, Monopoly will demonstrate his skills as a DJ on the main square of Lugner City at 6 p.m., combining his artistic and musical talents at the same time crown reported.
Guest of honor at the Vienna Opera Ball
On February 27th, Alec Monopoly will be a star guest at the 67th Vienna Opera Ball alongside Jacqueline Lugner in her box. His invitation to this glamorous event is not only a continuation of the Lugner family's traditionally generous invitations, but also a special tribute to Richard Lugner, who died in August 2024. In a conversation with the MyDistrict confirmed Jacqueline Lugner: “My father’s tradition will be continued.” During the event, a place in the box will be kept free for Richard Lugner to pay respect to him.
Alec Monopoly, known for his creative graffiti artwork, often depicting the Monopoly Man from the popular board game, has gained recognition not only in Austria but also in numerous cities worldwide. His works have already been purchased by celebrities such as Miley Cyrus and Adrien Brody. The Lugner family thus unites tradition, art and music in an emotional homage that not only captures the spirit of the Opera Ball, but also keeps the love and memory of Richard Lugner alive.