Eleni Philippou

A documentary that dives deep into a subject that’s literally shaped the island: copper will have its first screening on May 14. The History of Copper in Cyprus, directed by ...

For pop culture lovers, May signals the comeback of a long-standing tradition – the Eurovision Song Contest. On May 17 when the Grand Final is on and every local news channel will ...

Art is alive in Cyprus. A quick look at the events calendar or a walk to its numerous galleries is proof of that. Yet the local art world still has ...

You will not have to look far to find something fun to do this weekend and as the summer months draw closer, more and more events will be added to ...

The charming village of Platres is about to turn into a stage like no other. Nestled in the mountains, this open-air mini theatre festival is all about celebrating Shakespeare — but ...

The Blazing Dish Towels of Camille and Nikita: A Textile Art Explosion Between Kitsch, Pop Culture and Visual Alchemy. This is the title of an exhibition opening this week in ...

After a powerful and warmly received premiere in January, the performance Never Just I returns to a more intimate setting at Sinergeio Performing Arts Centre on Friday and Saturday inviting ...

We are blessed with enjoying a Mediterranean diet in Cyprus but how much do we really understand about it? An upcoming workshop on May 18, dives into one of the pillars ...

Theatrical performances in public spaces? Yes, please. That is what is coming up this week in Larnaca as part of the Women’s Narratives event series. On the occasion of ...

Street food in the gardens. It is happening again. After its season opening event last month, Fork Food market has made its comeback and is ready to set in motion ...

Foodies, families and culture lovers will rejoice at this new festival by the sea. The first Chef’s Kiss Food Festival is not just about tasting delicious recipes and meeting ...

Hello May, hello spring festivals. Over a dozen festivals are about to pop up and add colour and life to every corner of the island. Here are some not to ...

A site-specific exhibition opens in Platres this May as Maria Loizidou presents her newest artistic work. Newcomers invites viewers into a place where the conventional perception of time is replaced ...

A unique musical experience arrives in Limassol soon blending Cypriot musical tradition with contemporary elements, celebrating the island’s cultural heritage while exploring its evolving artistic identity. The 30-member all-female ...

Did you know what makes an excellent plant fertilizer? Corpses, apparently. Elmer, an assassin leading a generally mundane life as a gardener, knows all about it. In the Netflix show ...

It is that time of the year again – to stroll through Lania’s cobbled lanes and take part in crafty and traditional activities. Lania is a journey back in time, ...

A day of free workshops, fun activities and environmental events is coming up on Saturday as the Akrotiri Spring Festival returns. Held at Akrotiri Environmental Education Centre as part of ...

Spring markets, outdoor festivals, music performances and workshops are on the agenda this weekend. Here’s what’s on this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Nicosia will be filled with pop-up ...

In just a few weeks, Nea Kinisi’s Summer Dance Festival returns for its 22nd edition, transforming the streets of Limassol into an open stage for contemporary dance. This year, ...

The photography exhibition Open Doors makes a comeback at Art & Shock Gallery in Paphos this May as part of the Talents of Cyprus project. From Saturday to May 11, the ...

How about a day out in a charming old neighbourhood in Nicosia? Agioi Omologites, with its narrow streets, old houses, colourful courtyards and vibrant cultural centres, is hosting a lively ...

Think you have a way with words? The Poetry Slay Challenge by Keno Publications invites poets, writers and logophiles to an evening in Nicosia dedicated to performance poetry. This Thursday ...

Kicking off the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra’s May events is a special concert as it features not only the esteemed maestro Charles Olivieri-Munroe but also seven aspiring young conductors who ...

Some of the biggest names in the Cypriot jazz scene are getting together on Wednesday for a concert that celebrates this year’s International Jazz Day. Organised by the Department ...