Entertainment

Origami is a delicate art. The unique paper-folding technique from Japan has spread around the world with its famed swan, elephant and dragon paper creations. Now, a series of free ...

When that first rosy-white delicate flower of the almond tree blossoms, spring is near. In Cyprus, it is one of the first signs of warmer weather and brighter days ahead. ...

A concert that aims to support children with special needs will be held in Limassol shortly. The Rockin’ Blues – Fundraising Concert will do exactly as it states; raise money for ...

When I saw the trailer to this show, I thought that it was going to be childish, but in the end I was pleasantly surprised. It turned out to be ...

One of the best ways to learn a language is to speak it. And the best way to practice is to chat with others who speak that language. Language exchange ...

It is the season of fancy dress, confetti and cheery music. Carnival week always calls for it and as the big parade on Sunday 26 draws closer, the anticipation intensifies and ...

A man and a woman glued themselves to the red carpet at the opening of Berlin’s film festival on Thursday, calling on the German government and society to take ...

In support of the earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria, Social Space Kaymakkin organises a charity film screening on Friday. Held at their space in old Kaimakli, the film Kobanê, ...

While writing my last review, I promised myself to venture into places that are relatively unknown, I was dead set on “breaking” a place, so to speak. However, even if ...

The official carnival parade may still be a few days away with Limassol taking the reins for the February 26 extravaganza yet this Sunday will also celebrate the carnival fever. Parades ...

Actress Raquel Welch, who helped reshape the traditional image of the Hollywood sex symbol in an era when the movie industry was still overtly defining an idealized version of sensuality ...

Mid-February has a wide choice of events for the island’s music enthusiasts. Jazz bands, piano masters and Latin music connoisseurs are preparing performances in Nicosia and Limassol to satisfy ...

As the temporary exhibition On the Field: Football ─ History ─ Nicosia continues at The Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia, more guided tours and a lecture will take place as part of ...

A series of upcoming workshops at CyHerbia Botanical Park & Labyrinth taking place this coming and the following weekend puts one special herb in the spotlight. Rosemary and its properties ...

Three unique musical evenings will enrich Paphos’ cultural agenda in February with the presence of local and international musicians. First is a recital for solo guitar by the popular Greek ...

Facing your own prejudices or broaching a generally taboo subject is the aim of Human Library events. The Cyprus branch has an event coming up in Nicosia. ELENI PHILIPPOU turns ...

The launch event of Gülden Plümer’s book titled They Weren’t the Only Ones That Disappeared, in which she wrote about her 15 years of experience and memories ...

A debut novel is always exciting. When it’s a debut novel that brings together corporate law, third wave coffee, and doomsday survivalism written by someone with a history of ...

Carnival fever is on! Limassol is getting ready for its biggest party of the year which lasts over a week and spills throughout its old town streets. Ten days of ...

This February and March, Prozak Kafeneio in Nicosia will welcome writers, musicians and performers to its intimate, cosy space. In its living-room-like indoor café, decorated with books, posters and mismatched ...

Putting the conservation of marine ecosystems in the spotlight is the first documentary made by Together for the Med, which will be screened in Larnaca on February 22 by Enalia Physis ...

As the election fever cycle comes to and end CONSTANTINOS PSILLIDES on movies to watch that might keep you in the mood Tired of this election cycle? Now you finally ...

When it comes to classical music, there is one local organisation you can always count on – the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. With a year-round programme around Cyprus, the orchestra’s performances ...

Valentine’s Day events whether you love it or hate it will be held around the island says ELENI PHILIPPOU The day where everything is dressed in flowers, roses and ...