Artworks from 24 countries on display at first Annual International Watercolor of Iran

TEHRAN-The first Annual International Watercolor of Iran, showcasing 200 artworks from 24 countries, has been launched at two sites in Tehran.

Spanish performance of Lorca’s “Blood Wedding” at Shahrzad Theater

TEHRAN-The play “Blood Wedding,” a tragedy by the late Spanish dramatist Federico Garcia Lorca (1898-1936) is being performed in Spanish at Shahrzad Theater Complex in Tehran.

Iranian filmmaker Bahram Beyzai invited to join Oscar membership

TEHRAN-Renowned Iranian filmmaker Bahram Beyzai is among the 487 members of the global film community who have been invited by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to join the membership ranks of the Oscar organizer.

By Samaneh Aboutalebi 

A new vision for Iran’s culture and art: what to expect from the upcoming election

TEHRAN- In the aftermath of President Raisi's sudden and tragic passing in a helicopter crash 40 days ago, Iran is gearing up for a presidential election that promises to shape the country's future.

Jury announced for 6th International Biennial Book Cartoon Contest 

TEHRAN- The Iran Public Libraries Foundation has revealed the jury for the 6th edition of the International Biennial Book Cartoon Contest, a premier international competition presenting the perspectives of national and international artists in the fields of books and reading.

Iran nominates storyteller Akbarpour, illustrator Haddadi for 2025 ALMA

TEHRAN- The Iranian Association of Writers for Children and Youth unveiled its nominees for the prestigious Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award (ALMA) on Sunday.

Iranian short flick “Manless” to participate in Italy’s Ischia Global Film Festival

TEHRAN-The Iranian short film “Manless” directed by Sajad Yari will take part in the 22nd Ischia Global Film Festival in Italy, from July 7 to 14.

2nd “Hand in Hand” International Anthem Festival to be held in Basra

TEHRAN-On the occasion of Eid al-Ghadir, the second “Hand in Hand” International Anthem Festival, organized jointly by the Art Bureau and the South Islamic Cultural Center in Basra will take place On June 24 and 25 in Basra, Iraq.

5 countries to attend Ghadir 10-kilometer celebration party in Tehran

TEHRAN-Temporary stations from five countries in the Axis of Resistance, including Lebanon, Yemen, Iraq, Pakistan, and Afghanistan will be set up along the path of the Ghadir 10-kilometer celebration party in Tehran on Tuesday, Sasan Zare, the secretary of the Public Affairs Headquarters for the event said.

Iranian actor Hassan Pourshirazi wins award at Transilvania film festival

TEHRAN- Iranian actor Hassan Pourshirazi has won the Best Performance Award at the Transilvania International Film Festival, which was held in the Romanian city of Cluj-Napoca. 

Christopher Bollas’s “China on the Mind” published in Persian

TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the book “China on the Mind” written by Christopher Bollas has been released in the book market across Iran.

Tehran cultural center to review “There’s Still Tomorrow” 

TEHRAN- “There’s Still Tomorrow”, a 2023 Italian movie directed by Paola Cortellesi, will go on screen at the Andisheh Cultural Center in Tehran on Monday. 

Album featuring Iranian traditional music unveiled in Isfahan

TEHRAN- The music album "Haal-e Bostan" by Master Fazlollah Shahzamani, a renowned veteran vocalist from the Isfahan School of Music, was unveiled in Isfahan on Wednesday.

Iranian documentary “A Tale of the Final Year” compete in Mumbai International Film Festival

TEHRAN-The 18th Mumbai International Film Festival was held in India from June 15 to 21 with one Iranian film participating in the event.

Chinese translation of Leader’s “Cell No. 14” unveiled at Beijing International Book Fair

TEHRAN-The Chinese translation of “Cell No. 14,” memories of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was unveiled on the opening day of the 30th Beijing International Book Fair (BIBF).

Tom Stoppard’s “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead” on stage in Tehran

TEHRAN-Neauphle-le-Chateau Theater in Tehran is hosting the play “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead” written by Tom Stoppard.

Iran participating in 30th Beijing International Book Fair

TEHRAN-Iran is present at the 30th Beijing International Book Fair (BIBF) that commenced in Beijing, China, on Wednesday.

Iranian films line up for Italian film festival 

TEHRAN- A lineup of six Iranian films will go on screen in different sections of the 6th edition of AmiCorti International Film Festival, which will be held in the Italian city of Cuneo on June 29. 

Cinema Museum to commemorate Ezzatolah Entezami 

TEHRAN-On the occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of the late actor Ezzatolah Entezami (June 21, 1924 - August 17, 2018), a commemoration ceremony will be held at the Cinema Museum in Tehran on June 22.

Iranshahr Theater Complex to host Matei Visniec’s “Pockets Full of Bread”

TEHRAN- Iranshahr Theater Complex in Tehran will host the play “Pockets Full of Bread” written by Matei Visniec from July 2 to August 14.

Cinema Museum to celebrate Kiarostami’s birth anniversary

TEHRAN-The Cinema Museum in Tehran will hold a special ceremony on June 21 on the occasion of the 84th birth anniversary of the late Iranian filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami (June 22, 1940 - July 4, 2016).

Iranian Animation “In the Shadow of the Cypress” wins at Tribeca Film Festival

TEHRAN-The Iranian short animation “In the Shadow of the Cypress,” directed by Shirin Sohani and Hossein Molayemi won an award at the 23rd Tribeca Film Festival, held in New York, the U.S., from June 5 to 16.

IAF cinematheque reviews Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s “Evil Does Not Exist”

TEHRAN- “Evil Does Not Exist”, a 2023 drama by Japanese film director and screenwriter Ryusuke Hamaguchi was reviewed during a session at the Cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) on Friday.

Iranian director to bring Charlie Chaplin’s life story to stage

TEHRAN- Iranian director Mehran Ranjbar is set to premiere a play about the life story of the legendary English comedian and filmmaker, Charlie Chaplin, in a Tehran theater this summer.

RIBA International Awards for Excellence 2024 honors 2 Iranian architectural projects

TEHRAN-The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) International Awards for Excellence 2024 have been announced, with the 22 winners, with two Iranian projects among them.

Sami Yusuf, Homayoun Shajarian collaborate in new song

TEHRAN-Well-known Iranian-born British singer Sami Yusuf and renowned Iranian classical vocalist Homayoun Shajarian have collaborated on a new track that will be released soon.

Tehran Symphony Orchestra to stage “From the New World” concert at Vahdat Hall 

TEHRAN-The Tehran Symphony Orchestra (TSO) will stage its first concert in the current Iranian year (started March 20) before the beginning of summer at Vahdat Hall in Tehran.