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Yesterday 19:43
IAF to show “The Duchess of Malfi”
TEHRAN – The Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran will screen and review the filmed theater “The Duchess of Malfi” directed by Dominic Dromgoole on Wednesday.
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Yesterday 19:43
“Pocket Tales” book series presenting works of prominent classical authors in Persian
TEHRAN – Amir Kabir Publications in Tehran is publishing long stories and short novels by prominent classical authors in pocket-sized editions in Persian.
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2026-02-11 23:43
“Land of Angels” triumphs at 44th Fajr Film Festival
TEHRAN- Iranian director Babak Khajehpasha’s “Land of Angels” was named best film at the 44th Fajr Film Festival during the closing ceremony held at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall on Wednesday.
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2026-02-11 20:00
International Storytelling Festival to be held in Isfahan
TEHRAN- The 27th International Storytelling Festival, organized by Iran's Institute for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults (IIDCYA), will take place in the central Iranian city of Isfahan from February 14 to 16.
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2026-02-11 20:00
Iranian director to stage reading of “A Marriage Proposal”
TEHRAN- A stage reading of Anton Chekhov’s comic play “A Marriage Proposal” will be held in Mehrab Theater Hall in Tehran on February 20.
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2026-02-11 19:59
Afghanistan’s “Salam” group performs homeland, exile melodies at Fajr International Music Festival
TEHRAN – The Afghan music group “Salam” took the stage on Tuesday, the second day of the 41st Fajr International Music Festival, at Roudaki Hall, performing local and traditional pieces from Afghanistan.
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2026-02-09 19:33
Neil Simon’s “The Prisoner of Second Avenue” on stage at City Theater
TEHRAN – Tehran’s City Theater is staging the 1971 American black comedy “The Prisoner of Second Avenue” written by Neil Simon at its Qashqai Hall.
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2026-02-09 19:33
Press TV contributor detained ahead of pro-Palestinian event
TEHRAN- British authorities have apprehended Latifa Abouchakra, a London-based journalist and contributor to Press TV, in what appears to be part of a broader effort targeting pro-Palestinian activism.
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2026-02-09 19:32
By Samaneh Aboutalebi
“Life in War” photo exhibition spotlights Iranian resilience during 12-Day War
TEHRAN- The closing ceremony of the “Life in War” event, along with the inauguration of its photo exhibition, was held at the Art Bureau of the Islamic Ideology Dissemination Organization in Tehran on Sunday.
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2026-02-08 22:23
Persian rendition of “The Transfiguration of the Commonplace: A Philosophy of Art” released
TEHRAN – The Persian translation of the book “The Transfiguration of the Commonplace: A Philosophy of Art” by Arthur Coleman Danto has been released in the bookstores across the country.
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2026-02-08 22:22
Tehran’s City Theater hosting “Rostam and Esfandiyar”
TEHRAN – The play “Rostam and Esfandiyar” directed by Dariush Nassiri and Reza Hassankhani is on stage at the City Theater in Tehran.
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2026-02-08 22:22
Iran’s Book of the Year Awards honors outstanding literary works
TEHRAN- The selected works of the 43rd Iran’s Book of the Year Awards were unveiled during the closing ceremony of the prestigious cultural event, held at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall on Sunday in the presence of President Masoud Pezeshkian, Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Seyyed Abbas Salehi, and a large gathering of writers, researchers, intellectuals, and members of the literary community.
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2026-02-07 20:13
Bahram Beyzaie’s “The Death of Yazdgerd” on stage at Sangelaj Theater
TEHRAN – Coinciding with the 40th day after the passing of the renowned playwright and director Bahram Beyzaie, “The Death of Yazdgerd,” one of his well-known plays, was staged on Thursday night at Sangelaj Theater in Tehran.
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2026-02-07 20:13
Arthur C. Danto’s “After the End of Art” available in Persian
TEHRAN – The Persian translation of the book “After the End of Art” by Arthur C. Danto has been released in the bookstores across Iran.
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2026-02-07 20:12
“Iran Field” event to open in Tehran’s Azadi Tower
TEHRAN- The “Iran Field” event, centered around a visual re-examination of the days of the 1979 Revolution, will be inaugurated at the cultural and artistic complex of Azadi Tower on Sunday.
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2026-02-07 20:12
Prominent poet, researcher Abdolhossein Jalalian passes away
TEHRAN- Abdolhossein Jalalian, a celebrated poet and expert on the works of legendary Persian poet Hafez, passed away on Friday. He was 97.
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2026-02-07 20:11
Ammar festival launches nationwide public screening to mark Islamic Revolution anniversary
TEHRAN-In conjunction with the 47th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, a special initiative titled "Public Screenings of the Ammar Festival" has been launched, featuring a diverse cultural package, extensive discounts, and special gifts for cultural activists, grassroots organizations, and exhibitors across the country.
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2026-02-06 18:40
“Ashoon” audiobook released
TEHRAN_The audio version of the book “Ashoon” written by the Iranian author Tahereh Rafat has been released on the Persian audiobook platforms.
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2026-02-06 18:40
Loose adaptation of Albert Camus’ “The Plague” on stage in Tehran
TEHRAN- A loose adaptation of French philosopher and novelist Albert Camus’ novel “The Plague” is currently on stage at Hafez Theater Hall in Tehran.
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2026-02-06 18:39
Iranian documentary "The Leather Notebook" unveils Trump-Epstein connection
TEHRAN- Iranian filmmaker Mojtaba Minavand has recently made a documentary on the intricate web of connections surrounding Jeffrey Epstein and his alleged clientele, including U.S. President Donald Trump.
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2026-02-04 13:50
Group painting exhibition “Timeless Love” opens on birth anniversary of Imam Mahdi (AS)
TEHRAN – Coinciding with the birth anniversary of Imam Mahdi (AS), Akhlagh Cultural Center in Tehran is hosting the group painting exhibition “Timeless Love”.
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2026-02-04 13:09
Karaj theater to host reading performance of “Twelve Angry Men”
TEHRAN- Master Sirous Saber Theater in Karaj will be playing host to a reading performance of American screenwriter and playwright Reginald Rose’s “Twelve Angry Men” on Friday.
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2026-02-04 12:44
“Shadow of Security” unveiled at Art Bureau
TEHRAN- The unveiling ceremony for “Shadow of Security,” a painting by Iranian artist Hassan Ruholamin, was held at the Art Bureau of the Islamic Ideology Dissemination Organization in Tehran on Tuesday.
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2026-02-02 21:47
“Politics of Piety” published in Persian
TEHRAN – The Persian translation of the book “Politics of Piety: The Islamic Revival and the Feminist Subject” written by the Pakistani-American author Saba Mahmood has been released in the Iranian book market.
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2026-02-02 21:47
Fajr Theater Festival wraps up at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall
TEHRAN- The closing ceremony of the 44th Fajr Theater Festival was held on Sunday night at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall with honoring the winners in different sections.
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2026-02-02 21:46
“Field of Color and Struggle” art exhibition opens in Tehran
TEHRAN- A selection of graphic design and illustration works themed around American arrogance is currently on display at Tehran’s Art Bureau, in an exhibition titled “Field of Color and Struggle.”
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2026-02-01 19:47
“The Rainfall Market” at Iranian bookstores
TEHRAN- “The Rainfall Market” by Korean author You Yeong-Gwang has recently been published in Persian.
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2026-02-01 19:46
Tehran Book Garden to show popular animated adaptations
TEHRAN – The new season of the cinematic event “Watch & Criticism” has returned to the Tehran Book Garden with screenings and discussions of four popular animated adaptations.
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2026-02-01 19:46
44th Fajr Film Festival opens with screening of “Guardians of the Sun”
TEHRAN- The 44th edition of the Fajr National Film Festival officially opened on Saturday in Tehran, with the screening of the animated film “Guardians of the Sun.”
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2026-01-31 20:20
Iranian children’s author Ahmad Akbarpour nominated for 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Awards
TEHRAN – The International Board on Books for Young People has announced the shortlist for the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Awards, with an Iranian author in the list.