Iranian troupe performs “Whose Life Is It Anyway?” 

TEHRAN – An Iranian troupe led by director Saeid Heshmati is performing British writer Brian Clark’s play “Whose Life Is It Anyway?” at the Gelayol Hall of Tehran’s Shahrzad Theater Complex.

Andy Warhol exhibit in Tehran

TEHRAN - An exhibition of artworks by American artist Andy Warhol opened on Tuesday at the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (TMCA).

Swiss traveler writes book to highlight ‘superb scene’ of boutique hotels in Iran

TEHRAN – Thomas Wegmann, who is a Swiss insurance professional, was so wowed by the hotel scene on his first visit to Iran in 2019 that, despite having no publishing experience, he decided to write a book.

72 passengers infected with COVID-19 quarantined

TEHRAN – A total of 72 passengers who have tested positive for coronavirus have been quarantined at border facilities, Mehdi Valipour, head of Relief and Rescue Organization affiliated with the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), said on Wednesday.

Iran has highest blood donation rate in Eastern Mediterranean region

TEHRAN - Iran currently has the highest blood donation rate in the Eastern Mediterranean region, so that some 2.5 million Iranians refer to blood donation centers across the country annually, Government spokesman Ali Rabiei said on Wednesday.

Iranian troupe to play Eugene Ionesco “Killing Game” next week

TEHRAN – An Iranian troupe will perform Romanian-French playwright Eugene Ionesco’s 1970 play “Killing Game” in Tehran next week.

Ancient architectural vestiges accidentally unearthed near Tughrul Tower

TEHRAN – Some ancient architectural vestiges have accidentally been unearthed near the 12th-century Tughrul Tower in southern Tehran.

Dream vacations: 12 most unique travel destinations in Iran

TEHRAN – Embracing 24 UNESCO World Heritage sites, Iran is an amazingly underrated country with an immense history, sociable people, and magnificent architecture.

Tehran theater to host “Mother Courage”

TEHRAN – A loose adaptation of Bertolt Brecht’s 1939 political drama “Mother Courage and Her Children” will go on stage at Tehran’s Divare Chaharom Theater on Sunday.

Solo exhibit of glass and ceramics starts in Tehran

TEHRAN – A solo exhibition of glass and ceramics has opened its doors to the public at the Glass and Ceramic Museum of Iran.

Over 600 artworks to promote hope at Tehran Intl. Design Exhibition 2021 

TEHRAN – The 3rd edition of the International Design Exhibition will be opening on Friday at Tehran’s Niavaran Cultural Center, showcasing over 600 artworks on the themes of hope and evolution.

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From Tehran to Rome: Third episode of the video series on fine arts at the Italian Embassy in Tehran

Third episode of the video series on fine arts and Khosrow Khorshidi drawings exhibit at the Italian Embassy in Tehran.

What’s in Tehran art galleries

* Sharif Gallery is playing host to an exhibition of paintings by Paria Farrokhi.

An attempt to revive Cheshmeh-Ali, other ancient sites in Rey

TEHRAN – Following years of getting through the paperwork, Rey Municipality is to ratify a development plan which will pave the way for extra care and maintenance of Cheshmeh-Ali and some other historical sites across the ancient Iranian city.

We encountered rich culture everywhere in Iran, Russian traveler says

TEHRAN – A Russian woman, who has previously visited Iran, says she encountered a rich culture throughout her journey to the Islamic Republic.

Eric-Emmanuel Schmitt’s “Between Worlds” coming to Tehran theater 

TEHRAN – Franco–Belgian writer Eric-Emmanuel Schmitt’s 1999 play “Between Worlds” (“Hotel des Deux Mondes”) will be staged at the Shahrzad Theater Complex in Tehran.

‘Iranians, Armenians enjoy deep, long-standing correlation’

TEHRAN – The secretary-general of the Iranian National Commission for UNESCO has praised historical relations between Iran and Armenia, saying the two nations enjoy a deep and long-standing correlation.

Children in Tehran show sympathy with Palestinians

Children in Tehran gathered at Felestin (Palestine) Square on Monday evening to show sympathy with Palestinian children who are under Israeli brutal attacks.

Iran could become hub for ‘vaccine tourism’: minister

TEHRAN – Iran has the potential to become a destination for vaccine tourism regarding considerable efforts the country is making to develop series of domestic COVID-19 vaccines, the tourism minister Ali-Asghar Mounesan has said.

Tehranis celebrate Palestinians’ victory over Israel

TEHRAN — Hundreds of citizens in the capital Tehran poured onto the streets on Sunday celebrating the historic victory of the Gazans over the occupying Israeli regime. The gathering was held in Palestine Square. People showed V signs and waved Palestinian flags.

What’s in Tehran art galleries

* Shirin Gallery is showcasing the latest collection of photos by Taha Quchakanlu in an exhibition entitled “Night Reveals”.

Tehranis rally in support of Palestinians

TEHRAN— A large group of people gathered in Imam Hussein Square in Tehran on Wednesday to express their support for the defenseless Palestinians over the recent brutal attacks carried out by the usurper Israeli regime.

Remnants of an ancient past: discover troglodyte architecture near capital Tehran

Photo depicts an example of troglodyte architecture, which includes vertical shafts, rooms, and other interiors, dug by man into the southern face of Alborz mountain range in Eshtehard county, near Tehran, May 18, 2021.

Hundreds of meteorites on show at specialized museum in Tehran

TEHRAN – Over 1200 meteorites, mostly collected from scorching Iranian deserts, have been put on  show at a specialized museum in Tehran.

UNESCO-registered Golestan hosts philatelic exhibit

TEHRAN – A philatelic exhibition, featuring the Qajar era (1789–1925) stamps, related documents, equipment, and accessories, opened on Tuesday at the UNESCO-registered Golestan Palace in downtown Tehran.

TACI’s roadside assistance app unveiled

TEHRAN – The Touring & Automobile Club of the Islamic Republic of Iran (TACI) has recently unveiled an application for its previously-established Roadside Assistance Services.

Russian tourists eager to visit Iran: expert

TEHRAN – Many Russian tourists are eager to travel to Iran, an Iranian travel expert said on Monday, recounting his Russian counterparts.

Intl. travels fall by 80% in Iran due to coronavirus

TEHRAN – The average of international travels to and from Iran fell by 80 percent during the past Iranian calendar year 1399 (ended on March 20, 2021) from a year earlier.