Gabriele Mandel’s book on Islamic art published in Persian

TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the book “How to Recognize Islamic Art” written by Gabriele Mandel has been released in the bookstores across Iran.

IAF cinematheque to show “All We Imagine as Light”

TEHRAN- The Cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) will screen Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia’s 2024 drama film “All We Imagine as Light” on Thursday.

Press TV launches Turkish language channel

TEHRAN- The head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) has announced the commencement of Press TV Turkey's operations on Sunday, generating significant enthusiasm within Turkish-speaking communities.

Iranian films to compete in Santa Barbara Film Festival

TEHRAN- Three Iranian documentaries will go on screen at the 40th edition of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, which will be held in the U.S. city. 

Audiobook of “Savushun” released

TEHRAN- The audio version of the bestselling novel “Savushun” by Iranian writer Simin Daneshvar has been released in Tehran.

Iranian “The Granny & Fishes” to compete in Big Sky Documentary Film Festival

TEHRAN-A documentary from Iran will take part in the 22nd Big Sky Documentary Film Festival, which will be held in Montana, the U.S., from February 14 to 23.

Resistance Film Festival to present selected works worldwide 

TEHRAN- The 18th edition of the Resistance International Film Festival is set to showcase selected works from multiple countries around the world, the head of the festival's International Committee, Esrafil Kaliji has announced.

Strindberg’s “Stronger” to be staged in Tangestan

TEHRAN-The play “The Stronger” written by August Strindberg and directed by Mahsa Ganji will be staged in Ahram City in the Central District of Tangestan County, Bushehr Province.

Doc on Turkish doctor in Gaza premieres in Tehran 

TEHRAN- “Dr. Taner,” a documentary featuring Turkish physician Taner Kamaci, a pediatric surgery specialist volunteering in Gaza, premiered at Tehran’s Palestine Café on Saturday, coinciding with Gaza Day.

Iranian toy industry calls for global exhibitions to boost international market presence

TEHRAN- To effectively promote and market Iranian toys on the global stage, it is essential to organize the toy exhibitions at an international level, the director of the Iran's Institute for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults (IIDCYA) has said. 

Iranian animations at Black Movie Festival in Geneva

TEHRAN-Two short animations from Iran are present at the 26th Black Movie International Independent Film Festival, which is underway in Geneva, Switzerland.

Sobh Media Festival condoles martyrdom of Palestinian journalist Ahmed Hisham Abu Al-Rous

TEHRAN-The 3rd Sobh Media Festival secretariat has issued a statement on the occasion of the martyrdom of the Palestinian journalist Ahmed Hisham Abu Al-Rous, who was the winner of the Palestine Special Citizen Journalist Award at the 2nd edition of the event.

What’s in Tehran art galleries

Paintings by Mehdi Farrokhi are currently on view in an exhibition at Gooya Gallery. The exhibition named “Iranian Abstraction” will be running until February 3 at the gallery located at No. 89, Karim Khan Ave.

IAF cinematheque to screen “Platoon” 

TEHRAN- The Cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) will screen American filmmaker Oliver Stone’s war drama “Platoon” on Monday.

Minister advocates for joint research on Persian dialects during Tajikistan visit

TEHRAN- Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has proposed conducting research to identify and introduce the shared dialects of the Persian language between Iran and Tajikistan.

“Smart Kid” mobile screening extended

TEHRAN- The mobile screening of the Iranian 3D animation “Smart Kid,” which has been titled the best-selling animation and children’s film in the country, will extend until the end of March.

Rumi's art exhibition: a platform for cultural exchange between Iran, Turkey

TEHRAN- An art exhibition showcasing Persian poet and mystic Molana Jalal ad-Din Rumi's poetry through calligraphy, gilding, and miniature painting, was inaugurated in Ankara Music and Fine Arts University, Turkey on Monday. 

Ruholamin unveils new painting to mark Father’s Day

TEHRAN- Iranian artist Hassan Ruholamin unveiled a new artwork on Tuesday to celebrate National Father's Day and the birthday anniversary of Imam Ali (AS), the first Shia Imam, which was observed on January 14 this year.

“A Little Cloud” appears at Iranian bookstores

TEHRAN- Irish novelist and poet James Joyce’s short story “A Little Cloud” has recently been published in Persian.

“No Exit” on stage at Tehran theater

TEHRAN- An adaptation of French playwright Jean-Paul Sartre’s 1944 play “No Exit” is on stage at the Neauphle-le-Chateau Theater in Tehran. 

Resistance Film Festival opens call for entries

TEHRAN- The secretariat of the 18th edition of the Resistance International Film Festival has officially announced a call for submissions.

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Culture minister emphasizes importance of transparency to reach cultural justice

TEHRAN-Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Seyyed Abbas Salehi, at a press conference on Sunday, emphasized the importance of transparency and the role of media to help the ministry through their criticisms and suggestions.

Renowned Iranian composer Fereydoun Shahbazian passes away at 82

TEHRAN- Fereydoun Shahbazian, a celebrated Iranian composer and musician, passed away in a Tehran hospital on Saturday, due to severe respiratory issues. He was 82. 

“Yahya's Prophecy” exhibit showcases stories of resilience in war refugee camps

TEHRAN- A photo exhibition titled "Yahya's Prophecy" has opened in Qazvin, offering a unique and immersive experience that combines imagery, text, and sound.

IAF to show Bergman’s “Autumn Sonata”

TEHRAN-The 1978 drama film “Autumn Sonata” written and directed by Ingmar Bergman will be shown at the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran on Monday.

Chekhov’s “Uncle Vanya” on stage at Shahrzad Theater Complex

TEHRAN-An adaptation of the 1897 play “Uncle Vanya” written by Anton Chekhov is on stage at Shahrzad Theater Complex in Tehran.

Iran's Resistance Theater can become artistic reference for Muslim nations, Iraqi expert says

TEHRAN- Iran’s Resistance Theater Festival has established significant ties with Muslim countries, Iraqi theater scholar and expert Abdul Karim Abboud has said.

19th International Resistance Theater Festival wraps up

TEHRAN- The 19th edition of the International Resistance Theater Festival came to an end on Wednesday in Arvand Free Trade Zone, in Iran's southwestern province of Khuzestan. 

Sofia MENAR Film Festival to show 19 movies from Iran

TEHRAN-Nineteen films from Iran will attend the 17th Sofia MENAR Film Festival, which will be held in the capital of Bulgaria from January 17 to 30.