What’s On

Legendary singer Tom Jones coming to Cyprus this summer

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Legendary singer Tom Jones coming to Cyprus this summer

– Tom Jones will perform in Larnaca Marina, Cyprus, on July 18 as part of his “Ages & Stages” Tour 2024.
– The concert will feature hits from his career.
– Tom Jones has sold over 100 million records, has 36 Top 40 hits, and has won multiple Grammys and the Music Industry Trust Award.
– The “Ages & Stages” tour will cover various aspects of Jones’ musical career.
– Ticket prices for the concert range from 85€ to 240€, with VIP options available.
– Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.cy.

Nicosia exhibition honours Ukrainian women

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Nicosia exhibition honours Ukrainian women

The U.S. Embassy in Nicosia, in collaboration with Sunseed Art and Resilient Ukraine, presents an art exhibit titled “The Womanly Face of War” in Nicosia to mark the second anniversary of Russia’s re-invasion of Ukraine. The exhibit, opened by the United States Ambassador to Cyprus, Julie D. Fisher, on February 28, 2024, at Eleftheria Square, showcases the roles, challenges, and resilience of Ukrainian women. After debuting in Limassol Old Port on February 22, the exhibit moved to Eleftheria Square where it will remain until March 4, before relocating to Castle Square in Larnaca until International Women’s Day on March 8.

Music and storytelling at the gallery

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Music and storytelling at the gallery

The event at the AG Leventis Gallery, taking place on Friday and Saturday, will feature a live narration of Stratis Doukas’ tale “Story of a Captive” accompanied by live music. It is inspired by the exhibition “From Asia Minor to Cyprus: Heyday – Catastrophe – Displacement – Rebirth”. Narrator Marina Katsaris and musician Giannis Koutis will perform to a limited audience. The event includes four presentations, two each on Friday and Saturday at 7pm and 8.30pm, within the exhibition space. A guided tour related to the life and music of Asia Minor will precede the performance. The story revolves around the true experiences of a Greek soldier’s captivity, adventures, and rescue, with music played on traditional instruments from Asia Minor. The event is in Greek and tickets are priced at €15.

Where to catch live music this week

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Where to catch live music this week

– The last week of February, which includes an extra day this year, features several live music events on the island.
– Island Seeds, a local band, will perform at Prozak in Nicosia on February 28 at 8.45pm, presenting original songs and covers.
– Stamatis Kraounakis will have a concert at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre on February 28 at 8.30pm, performing old and new songs.
– Phillip Dyson will present a piano night at Technopolis 20 in Paphos on March 1 at 8pm, featuring classical, ragtime, and early jazz music.
– OnTour will perform at Ravens Music Hall in Limassol on March 2 from 10pm to 2am.
– Speak in Whispers, a metal band, will play at Savino Live in Larnaca on March 2 at 11pm.

A Little Nightmare knocks stuffing out of staid classical music

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A Little Nightmare knocks stuffing out of staid classical music

Classical musicians Aleksey Igudesman and Hyung-ki Joo will perform their show “A Little Nightmare Music” in Cyprus on April 11 at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre. The show combines humor with classical music and popular culture and has been successful on YouTube with over 35 million hits. Early bird tickets are available until February 23. The program includes classical pieces and works such as “From Mozart with Love,” “Rachmaninoff by Himself,” and “A Very Blue Danube.” Igudesman has collaborated with Hans Zimmer and Bobby McFerrin, while Joo has worked with Vangelis and arranged Billy Joel’s classical compositions for a Billboard chart-topping CD. The show incorporates comedy and theatrical elements, with various mishaps occurring during the performance. It is designed to appeal to a wide audience, from classical music fans to those less familiar with the genre.

UNIC organises charity dinner for childhood cancer

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UNIC organises charity dinner for childhood cancer

The University of Nicosia is organizing a charity dinner called ‘Flavours of Life’ to raise funds for childhood cancer. The event will be held on March 12 at LOFT Restaurant and is planned by the School of Life and Health Sciences in collaboration with the Yale School of Public Health. The President of Cyprus is supporting the event, which aims to promote Cypriot culture and gastronomy while supporting worthy causes. All proceeds will be donated to the Karaiskakio Foundation’s Childhood Cancer Centre. The dinner will offer a culinary journey through Cyprus’s rich culinary heritage, featuring locally sourced ingredients and Cypriot spirits. The event will also provide nutrition and health information, emphasizing the benefits of the Mediterranean diet. The price per person is €65, and reservations can be made by emailing Maria Nassif or Marina Georgiou.

What was it like to fall in love 50 years ago?

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What was it like to fall in love 50 years ago?

The Talk to Me About Love workshop is an experiential event that focuses on expressing love through creative means. It is scheduled to take place at the Nefeles Art Therapy Centre in Nicosia on February 13, combining storytelling and visual arts. The workshop is led by actress Natalia Panagiotou and art therapist Lenia Georgiou. It is open to adults of all ages, with a special invitation extended to seniors and younger generations to promote intergenerational interaction. The event is organized by the Nefeles Art Therapy Centre, Yasemin Collective, and Entws twn Technwn, and costs €15 to attend. The workshop will be conducted in Greek, and registration is required via a form on the Facebook event page. The contact number provided for more information is 96-586535.

What, ’s on this weekend

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What, ’s on this weekend

The text describes various musical and artistic events taking place over a weekend:

1. The Nicosia International Festival will have three performances at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre:
– Nefeli Kentoni will present “Katabasis” in English on Friday.
– Avgi Stavrou will present her new album on Saturday.
– The Strovolos Municipality – European University Cyprus Symphonic Band will hold a family party concert on Sunday with over 35 musicians performing various genres of music.

2. The Swedish symphonic metal band Therion will perform at Pavillion in Nicosia on Friday.

3. The local band OnTour will perform at Ravens Music Hall in Limassol on Saturday night.

4. Cypriot pianist Martino Tirimo will play classical music at Rialto Theatre in Limassol on Sunday evening.

5. The Cyprus Wine Museum in Erimi village will host the VivArt’s – String Quartet festive concert “Tempo di Valse” on Sunday, featuring waltzes, polkas, and festive concert music.

6. New art exhibitions will open around the island, and a performance and video-dance exhibition by Mélissa Garcia Carro and Pascal Caron will take place at the State Gallery of Contemporary Art in Nicosia on Saturday evening.

Erotic drama questions gender roles

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Erotic drama questions gender roles

Theatre group Solo for Three is performing “Venus in Fur” in Nicosia and Limassol, with tickets available for shows on February 3 at Theatro Chora in Nicosia and February 10 at Rialto Theatre in Limassol. The play is an erotic drama by David Ives, set in present-day New York, and is an adaptation of the 1870 novel “Venus in Furs” by Leopold von Sacher-Masoch. The story involves a writer/director named Thomas Novachek who is casting for his play and meets an actress named Vanda who auditions for the role of the protagonist, also named Vanda. The play is presented in Greek in Cyprus, directed by Maria Mannaridou–Karsera, with Andrey Krupa and Antonia Charalambous in the leading roles. Tickets are priced between €12 and €15.

Women’s pop culture power takes center stage at Sunday’s Grammys

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Fact: Women are poised to dominate the Grammy awards with a rise in female representation on pop music charts and record-setting performances. Taylor Swift, SZA, and songs from the movie “Barbie” lead the competition. Jon Batiste is the only male nominee for album of the year. SZA is the most-nominated artist with nine nominations. This year marks the 12th time in Grammy history that women received the majority of nominations for album of the year. The Recording Academy has been recruiting more women and members of color. The percentage of women artists on the Billboard Hot 100 reached a 12-year high. Female musicians have made significant progress in recent years, but gender imbalances still exist in certain categories. Swift and SZA could make history at the Grammys. Winners will be announced at a ceremony in Los Angeles.