BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Visit Cyprus - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Visit Cyprus REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Nicosia BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260704T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260704T211000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260701T080411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T114935Z UID:788140-1783195200-1783199400@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Music Festival Theatraki Dasous 2026 - 4.7.2026 DESCRIPTION:The Music Festival returns with a bang on July 4th and concludes on August 30th at the Forest Theatre in Kato Amiantos\, offering the audience a unique musical experience with the participation of renowned and emerging artists from Cyprus and abroad. \nFor 12 nights\, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy live concerts\, artistic activities and a music celebration that aspires to bring people of all ages together. \nFor the whole programme 4.7.2026 – 30.8.2026 click here URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/music-festival-theatraki-dasous-2026-4-7-2026/ LOCATION:Theatraki Dasous\, Kato Amiantos\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Cultural,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/theatraki-dasous-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Manolis Neophytou":MAILTO:manosneo@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260701T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260701T210000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260608T091237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T091237Z UID:787506-1782928800-1782939600@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:WINE EVENTS: GET TO KNOW CYPRUS WINES - 1.7.2026 DESCRIPTION:The events are organized within the framework of the 16th Cyprus Wine Competition – getting to know the award-winning – competing Cypriot wines.The events are open to the public (free admission) to give the consumer the opportunity to get to know Cypriot wine firsthand. URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/wine-events-get-to-know-cyprus-wines-1-7-2026/ LOCATION:PANOS SOLOMONIDES CULTURAL CENTER\, 8 Panou Solomonidi\, Lemesos\, 3032 CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Gastronomy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/EVENTS-Photos-for-website.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE/ VITICULTURE AND OENOLOGY SECTION":MAILTO:mshiakalli@da.moa.gov.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260630T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260630T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260527T081135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T081135Z UID:787330-1782851400-1782856800@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:CYPRIEN KATSARIS MEETS THE CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - 30.6.2026 DESCRIPTION:Lefkosia: Tuesday 30 June 2026 – Nicosia Municipal Theatre\, 20:30 \nAt the heart of this brilliant and celebratory concert\, which marks the closing event of the cultural programme of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026\, stands the legendary virtuoso pianist Cyprien Katsaris\, an internationally celebrated artist who holds a distinguished place in international musical life. Joining him is the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra under the direction of its new Artistic Director\, the internationally acclaimed conductor Myron Michailidis. \nAn ideal work to open the concert is Dawn on the Parthenon by Solon Michaelides\, an important figure in Greek and Cypriot musical creation. In this work\, the ideas of light\, serenity\, and the gradual revelation of a landscape are transformed into a richly evocative musical atmosphere. \nThe pianistic artistry of Cyprien Katsaris has earned international recognition not only for its dazzling virtuosity\, but also for its intensely personal artistic identity. He is one of the very few musicians of Cypriot origin to have achieved such international prominence while maintaining such enduring prestige on the world concert stage. \nInternationally celebrated for his authoritative interpretations of Franz Liszt\, Katsaris will captivate audiences with his incomparable brilliance\, poetic sensitivity\, and electrifying virtuosity in the dazzling works of the Hungarian composer: Fantasy on Themes from the Incidental Music “The Ruins of Athens” by Ludwig van Beethoven and the Hungarian Fantasy for Piano and Orchestra. \nIn the Fantasy on Themes from “The Ruins of Athens” by Beethoven\, Franz Liszt transforms thematic material from the famous incidental music into a brilliant work for piano and orchestra\, dominated by imagination\, virtuosity\, and creative musical elaboration. \nAt the same time\, the Hungarian Fantasy for Piano and Orchestra reveals Liszt’s close affinity with rhapsodic writing\, pianistic brilliance\, and the Hungarian musical idiom of the nineteenth century. Closely connected to the world of the Hungarian Rhapsodies\, the work conveys a characteristic blend of formal freedom\, vibrant rhythm\, theatrical contrasts\, and extroverted energy. \nThe second half of the programme presents a feast of famous dances from the symphonic repertoire\, forming a brilliant mosaic of European musical styles and traditions by composers such as Johann Strauss II\, Georges Bizet\, Johannes Brahms and Antonín Dvořák. \nThe world-famous Hungarian Dances by Johannes Brahms combine emotional immediacy\, powerful rhythmic character\, and exceptional compositional mastery\, while the Slavonic Dances by Antonín Dvořák are original compositions inspired by Slavic dance forms. Dances such as the “Navarraise” from the ballet suite Le Cid by Jules Massenet and the “Aragonaise” from the opera Carmen by Georges Bizet evoke the brilliance of the French musical tradition. The Viennese creations of Johann Strauss II radiate elegance and festive spirit\, while the Kleftikos Dance by Nikos Skalkottas highlights Greek traditional dance elements through a distinctive and highly personal orchestral language. \nThe programme concludes with the United Nations March by Robert Stolz\, adding a distinctive ceremonial dimension to this festive evening. \nPROGRAMME \nSolon MICHAELIDES: Dawn at the Parthenon \nFranz LISZT: Fantasy on motifs from Beethoven’s Ruins of Athens\, S. 1 \nFranz LISZT: Hungarian Fantasy for piano and orchestra \nMarc Antoine CHARPENTIER: Prelude from Te Deum \nJules MASSENET: Navarraise from ballet suite Le Cid \nGeorges BIZET: Aragonaise from the opera Carmen  \nJohannes BRAHMS: Hungarian Dance no. 5 \nAntonín DVOŘÁK: Slavonic Dance no. 8\, op. 46 \nJohannes BRAHMS: Hungarian Dance no. 4 \nAntonín DVOŘÁK: Slavonic Dance no. 15\, op. 72 \nJohann STRAUSS: Thunder and Lightning Polka\, op. 324 \nJohann STRAUSS: Voices of Spring\, op. 410 \nNikos SKALKOTTAS: Kleftikos from 36 Greek Dances \nRobert STOLZ: United Nations March \n  \nCyprien Katsaris\, piano \nMyron Michailidis\, conductor \n  \nTicket prices: Zone Α: €30 / €25\, Zone Β: €25 / €20 \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \nTicket presales: \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprien-katsaris-meets-the-cyprus-symphony-orchestra-30-6-2026/ LOCATION:Nicosia Municipal Theatre\, Mouseiou 4\, Lefkosia\, 1097\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Cultural,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Cyprien-Katsaris-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260626T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260626T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260622T113242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T113242Z UID:787824-1782504000-1782511200@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Yury Revich – Vivaldi and Other Classics - 26.7.2026 DESCRIPTION:Internationally acclaimed violinist and composer Yury Revich returns to Cyprus for a unique classical music evening entitled “Vivaldi and Other Classics”\, presenting a special programme featuring works by Antonio Vivaldi and other great composers. \nBorn in Moscow in 1991 and based in Austria\, Yury Revich began his violin studies at the age of five. He continued his musical education with renowned masters\, including Pavel Vernikov at the Vienna Conservatory. \nThroughout his international career\, Revich has received prestigious awards\, including the ECHO Klassik Award and the International Classical Music Award. He has performed on some of the world’s most renowned stages\, including Carnegie Hall in New York\, Berlin Philharmonie\, and Teatro alla Scala in Milan. \nBeyond his artistic career\, Yury Revich is also dedicated to humanitarian initiatives. He serves as an Honorary Representative of UNICEF Austria and supports charitable projects through the power of music. \nFollowing his previous successful appearances in Cyprus\, Yury Revich returns to the island to offer audiences an unforgettable musical experience filled with virtuosity\, emotion\, and timeless beauty. \nA remarkable evening where the elegance of classical music meets the extraordinary artistry of one of today’s most celebrated violinists. URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/yury-revich-vivaldi-and-other-classics-26-7-2026/ LOCATION:Curium Ancient Theatre CATEGORIES:Cultural,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/yuri.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Celebrity Gala / Ekaterina Dementeva / Ksenia Grishina/Maria Soynikova":MAILTO:partners@celebritygala.eu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260610T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260610T210000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260608T090719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T090719Z UID:787491-1781114400-1781125200@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:WINE EVENTS: GET TO KNOW CYPRUS WINES - 10.6.2026 DESCRIPTION:The events are organized within the framework of the 16th Cyprus Wine Competition – getting to know the award-winning – competing Cypriot wines.The events are open to the public (free admission) to give the consumer the opportunity to get to know Cypriot wine firsthand. URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/wine-events-get-to-know-cyprus-wines-10-6-2026/ LOCATION:Palia Ilektriki Cultural Centre\, 8 Vladimirou Herakleous Street\, Paphos\, 8010\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Gastronomy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/EVENTS-Photos-for-website.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE/ VITICULTURE AND OENOLOGY SECTION":MAILTO:mshiakalli@da.moa.gov.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260529T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260529T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260511T073324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T073324Z UID:786199-1780084800-1780092000@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Orchestra 4All 3 - COMMUNITY OUTREACH CONCERTS - 28.5.2026 DESCRIPTION:Tala: Friday 29 May 2026 – Tala Amphitheatre\, 20:00 \nThis spring\, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra brings its music close to the people\, touring in three beautiful open-air theatres in three Cyprus districts! Under the direction of the distinguished Cypriot conductor Petros Stylianou\, the orchestra performs a gorgeous programme of works brimming with bright energy\, vivid imagery\, rhythm\, and emotion. \nAmong other highlights\, the programme comprises two beloved works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart\, full of sparkle and charm\, as well as Felix Mendelssohn’s The Hebrides Overture – a striking musical representation of the composer’s travelling through the Hebrides archipelago. The audience will also be transported musically to Spain and Italy with the passionate Habanera from Carmen by Georges Bizet\, and the rhythmically exhilarating\, high-spirited overture from L’italiana in Algeri by Gioachino Rossini. \nDon’t miss this beautiful\, invigorating musical evening under the starry sky! \n  \nPROGRAMME \nWolfgang Amadeus MOZART: Divertimento in D major K.136 \n​Wolfgang Amadeus MOZART: Eine kleine nachtmusik\, K. 525\, 1st movt \n​Felix MENDELSSOHN: Hebrides Overture \n​George BIZET: Carmen Suite no. 2\, Habanera \nGioachino ROSSINI: Overture from L’ Italiana in Algeri \nFranz SCHUBERT: Symphony no. 1\, 1st movt \n  \nPetros Stylianou\, conductor \nEntrance:  free \nIn collaboration with the EXAPOLIS Community Cluster\, Kourion Municipality and Tala Community Council \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy \n  URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-orchestra-4all-3-community-outreach-concerts-28-5-2026-2/ LOCATION:Tala Amphitheatre\, RCPV+993\, Tala\, Paphos\, 8577 CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/orchestra-for-all.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260527T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260527T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260511T072538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T072538Z UID:786175-1779912000-1779919200@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Orchestra 4All 3 - COMMUNITY OUTREACH CONCERTS - 28.5.2026 DESCRIPTION:Episkopi\, Kourion: Thursday 28 May 2026 – Municipal Amphitheatre “Christofis Antoniou”\, 20:00 \nThis spring\, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra brings its music close to the people\, touring in three beautiful open-air theatres in three Cyprus districts! Under the direction of the distinguished Cypriot conductor Petros Stylianou\, the orchestra performs a gorgeous programme of works brimming with bright energy\, vivid imagery\, rhythm\, and emotion. \nAmong other highlights\, the programme comprises two beloved works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart\, full of sparkle and charm\, as well as Felix Mendelssohn’s The Hebrides Overture – a striking musical representation of the composer’s travelling through the Hebrides archipelago. The audience will also be transported musically to Spain and Italy with the passionate Habanera from Carmen by Georges Bizet\, and the rhythmically exhilarating\, high-spirited overture from L’italiana in Algeri by Gioachino Rossini. \nDon’t miss this beautiful\, invigorating musical evening under the starry sky! \n  \nPROGRAMME \nWolfgang Amadeus MOZART: Divertimento in D major K.136 \n​Wolfgang Amadeus MOZART: Eine kleine nachtmusik\, K. 525\, 1st movt \n​Felix MENDELSSOHN: Hebrides Overture \n​George BIZET: Carmen Suite no. 2\, Habanera \nGioachino ROSSINI: Overture from L’ Italiana in Algeri \nFranz SCHUBERT: Symphony no. 1\, 1st movt \n  \nPetros Stylianou\, conductor \nEntrance:  free \nIn collaboration with the EXAPOLIS Community Cluster\, Kourion Municipality and Tala Community Council \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy \n  URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-orchestra-4all-3-community-outreach-concerts-28-5-2026/ LOCATION:Agioi Trimithias village square\, Agiou Spiridonos\, Agioi Trimithias\, 2671 CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/orchestra-for-all.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260527T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260527T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260511T071325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T073045Z UID:786157-1779912000-1779919200@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Orchestra 4 All 3 - COMMUNITY OUTREACH CONCERTS - 27.5.2026 DESCRIPTION:Agioi Trimithias: Wednesday 27 May 2026 – Village square\, 20:00 \nThis spring\, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra brings its music close to the people\, touring in three beautiful open-air theatres in three Cyprus districts! Under the direction of the distinguished Cypriot conductor Petros Stylianou\, the orchestra performs a gorgeous programme of works brimming with bright energy\, vivid imagery\, rhythm\, and emotion. \nAmong other highlights\, the programme comprises two beloved works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart\, full of sparkle and charm\, as well as Felix Mendelssohn’s The Hebrides Overture – a striking musical representation of the composer’s travelling through the Hebrides archipelago. The audience will also be transported musically to Spain and Italy with the passionate Habanera from Carmen by Georges Bizet\, and the rhythmically exhilarating\, high-spirited overture from L’italiana in Algeri by Gioachino Rossini. \nDon’t miss this beautiful\, invigorating musical evening under the starry sky! \n  \nPROGRAMME \nWolfgang Amadeus MOZART: Divertimento in D major K.136 \n​Wolfgang Amadeus MOZART: Eine kleine nachtmusik\, K. 525\, 1st movt \n​Felix MENDELSSOHN: Hebrides Overture \n​George BIZET: Carmen Suite no. 2\, Habanera \nGioachino ROSSINI: Overture from L’ Italiana in Algeri \nFranz SCHUBERT: Symphony no. 1\, 1st movt \n  \nPetros Stylianou\, conductor \nEntrance:  free \nIn collaboration with the EXAPOLIS Community Cluster\, Kourion Municipality and Tala Community Council \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy \n  URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-orchestra-4all-3-community-outreach-concerts-27-5-2026/ LOCATION:Agioi Trimithias village square\, Agiou Spiridonos\, Agioi Trimithias\, 2671 CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/orchestra-for-all.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260514T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260515T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260408T051518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T051518Z UID:785589-1778790600-1778882400@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Sympnony Orchestra - A MAGICAL NIGHT Maria Farantouri sings Mikis Theodorakis - 14-15.5.2026 DESCRIPTION:The Cyprus Symphony Orchestra is greatly honoured and excited to join forces for the first time with the distinguished Greek artist Maria Farantouri in a special tribute to Mikis Theodorakis\, for a truly magical night! The concert also marks the first performance of the Orchestra under the direction of the its new Artistic Director\, the internationally acclaimed conductor Myron Michailidis. \nMaria Farantouri\, the iconic interpreter of Mikis Theodorakis\, will perform with her uniquely profound expressiveness and inner intensity a selection of the composer’s most celebrated songs\, alongside seven songs from the song cycle Odyssey (2007\, poetry by Kostas Kartelias). \n‘Odyssey’ is the final song cycle composed by the great Greek composer. Its creation was sparked by the emotion Mikis Theodorakis experienced\, upon first reading the poetry of Kostas Kartelias in 2006\, at the age of 81: “When I read Kostas Kartelias’s poems\, I suddenly felt a stirring\, as I did when I was younger\,” the composer confides in the album’s presentation. It was only natural that Theodorakis entrusted both the interpretation and recording of these songs to his quintessential interpreter\, Maria Farantouri. “Mikis Theodorakis surprised us with this new\, fresh and romantic work. We are accustomed to his austere expression\, yet lyricism has always glowed beneath the surface of his songs\,” Farantouri herself has remarked about the cycle. \nThe songs of ‘Odyssey’ form a journey into the depths of the modern human soul: love\, loneliness\, and existential impasses\, as each of us\, like a contemporary Odysseus\, inevitably confronts “clashing rocks” in the search for our own “Ithaca.” As Theodorakis eloquently writes: “Here\, the very subject matter points to the exaltation of the ‘individual’\, who\, like Odysseus\, struggles alone—himself and the sea. Thus\, the ‘individual’\, that is\, our very self\, must ultimately come to terms with the idea that Ithaca does not exist\, and must instead cling to his own passions and emotions in order to remain afloat on the foaming sea that is life.” \nThe concert culminates in a selection of the composer’s most emblematic songs. The incomparable melodies of Mikis Theodorakis—so deeply cherished—interweave creatively with the poetry of leading Greek poets\, illuminating the timeless power and universal resonance of his work. The orchestrations\, both of the ‘Odyssey’ cycle and the songs\, are by Antonis Sousamoglou and Lazaros Tsavdaridis. \nThe evening is further enriched by the symphonic ballet suite ‘The Carnival’ (1953)\, a work that vividly reflects Theodorakis’s creative assimilation and transformation of Greek popular music. As the composer writes: “In 1947\, I was in exile on Ikaria\, and it was then that I first came into meaningful contact with our popular (laïkó) music. The first song I heard was ‘Captain Andreas Zeppos’… Immediately afterwards\, I began systematically collecting popular (laïkó) songs.” This song\, along with other Greek popular (laïkó) and folk melodies and dances\, is imaginatively orchestrated by Theodorakis\, “seeking those orchestral colours that respond to the character of the work’s rhythmic and melodic material.” \n  \n‘The Carnival’ was first presented in November 1953 in Athens by the Athens State Orchestra under the direction of Andreas Paridis. It was later staged as a ballet at the Rome Opera in 1954 by the Greek Dance Theatre of Rallou Manou\, with the Rome Opera Orchestra. Subsequent symphonic premieres followed\, in Paris in 1958 and London in 1959. \nThe authentic interpretations of Maria Farantouri\, the dynamic presence of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra\, and the interpretative vision of conductor Myron Michailidis offer a unique musical journey\, illuminating the multifaceted work of Mikis Theodorakis—from the deeply human and intimate creator to the leading Greek composer of global stature. \n  \nPROGRAMME \nMikis THEODORAKIS: \nPopular and emblematic songs \nSeven songs from the cycle ‘Odyssey’ (poetry: Kostas Kartelias) \nOrchestrations: Antonis Sousamoglou\, Lazaros Tsavdaridis \n“The Carnival” – symphonic suite \n  \nMaria Farantouri\, vocalist \nCyprus Symphony Orchestra \nMyron Michailidis\, conductor \nThe concerts are held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. \n  \nTicket prices: Zone Α: €35 / €30 (concession) and Zone Β: €30 / €25 (concession) \nTicket presales: \nPallas Theatre\, Pafos Gate (Rigainis and Arsinois corner\, 1010 Lefkosia\, 22 410181): \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and at the theatre box office 1\,5 hrs before the concert. URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-sympnony-orchestra-a-magical-night-maria-farantouri-sings-mikis-theodorakis-14-15-5-2026/ LOCATION:Pallas Theatre\, 24 Rigainis\, Nicosia\, 1513\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/MAGICAL-NIGHT-SOCIAL-MEDIA-POSTS-ENG.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260503T110000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260503T190000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260430T050605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T050605Z UID:786059-1777806000-1777834800@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Traditional Sheep & Goat Halloumi Festival - 3.5.2026 DESCRIPTION:The picturesque\, and spotlessly clean\, village of Prastio (Avdimou)\, honors every aspect of the history and culture of halloumi\, for another year\, with a purely thematic festival\, which will indulge your senses with the interactive and experiential activities\, and will take you on a gastronomic\, historical and religious journey\, while experienced instructors will give unique experiences to the children. \nThe halloumi made with sheep and goat’s milk\, is considered the flag of authentic Cypriot cuisine and a part of the cultural heritage of Cyprus. Its history “travels” to the depths of the centuries\, making it one of the oldest cheeses in the world.  Its production is directly linked to the traditional rural life and social solidarity that characterizes the community of Prastio (Avdimou). \nHalloumi is history. Halloumi  is culture. \nIn addition to the rich traditional gastronomy\, and the live music\, the festival provides the opportunity to make a pilgrimage to the nearby chapel of St. John the Theologian\, where Father Athenodoros will talk to you about the history and art of iconography. \nThe halloumi Festival is organized by the Community Council and all the organized groups of the village. and the gold sponsor is the Deputy Ministry of Tourism. \n  \nFor the programme click here URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/traditional-sheep-goat-halloumi-festival-3-5-2026/ LOCATION:Multipurpose Center & surrounding square Prastio\, Arch. Makarios III 62\, Prastio\, 4601\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Festivals,Gastronomy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/halloumi-festival.png ORGANIZER;CN="Prastio(Avdemou) Community Council":MAILTO:k.s.prastio-avd@cytanet.com.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260502T110000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260502T190000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260421T102626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T102626Z UID:785939-1777719600-1777748400@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:11th Fish Festival 2026 Polis Chrysochous - 2.5.2026 DESCRIPTION:The Municipality of Polis Chrysochous will organize\, for the 11th consecutive year\, the “Fish Festival”\, which will take place on Saturday\, May 2nd\, 2026\, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the popular picturesque harbor of Latchi. \nThe Municipality will offer visitors free fresh fried whitebait. The Festival will include a rich program such as live link broadcasts\, interactive workshops for visitors\, an artistic program with live music\, and dance groups performing traditional Cypriot\, island\, and Greek dances. \nAdditionally\, within the Festival area\, there will be stalls featuring traditional Cypriot products and items such as resi\, honey\, bread\, pastellaki (sesame brittle)\, koulouria with carob honey\, soutzoukos\, palouzes\, and traditional pasta. There will also be live demonstrations of traditional crafts such as basket weaving and kolotzi decoration. At the same time\, fishermen will demonstrate the art of fishing\, while officers from the Department of Fisheries will inform the public about various fishing-related topics. \nFurthermore\, there will be various activities for the creative engagement of children and visitors in general\, such as making sea-themed crafts in a specially designed workshop area\, as well as rides on a small train. Moreover\, mascots related to the Festival theme will be present at the venue\, giving children the opportunity to take photos with them at a special photo booth. URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/11th-fish-festival-2026-polis-chrysochous-2-5-2026/ LOCATION:Latchi Harbor\, 29RW+R8\, Polis Chrysochous CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food & Drink,Gastronomy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/fishfestival.png ORGANIZER;CN="Polis Chrysochous Municipality":MAILTO:info@polis.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260420T044723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T044738Z UID:785902-1777075200-1778975999@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Journeys through World Heritage Sites in Cyprus Tours\, hikes and activities - 25 April - 16 May 2026 DESCRIPTION:On the occasion of the new publication by the Cyprus National Commission for UNESCO\, “World Heritage of Cyprus: History\, Myth\, Religion”\, we invite you to join us in guided tours\, hiking activities\, and events at UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Cyprus. These activities are co-organized by the Department of Antiquities\, the Cyprus National Commission for UNESCO\, and the Deputy Ministry of Tourism\, in the framework of the International Day for Monuments and Sites\, the International Museum Day\, and the 80th anniversary of UNESCO. \nThe three inscriptions of Cyprus on the UNESCO World Heritage List —the Neolithic settlement of Choirokoitia\, the Archaeological Site of Pafos (Palaepafos and Nea Pafos)\, and the ten Painted Churches of the Troodos Region —constitute emblematic testimonies of the island’s cultural identity\, while also highlighting the close relationship between people and the natural environment. \n  \n🔸 25 April\, Choirokoitia: Hiking\, guided tour\, visit at local workshop of basket weaving & traditional dairy production & light brunch\n(Reservations here) \n🔸 9 May\, Painted Troodos Churches: Hiking on the Panagia tou Araka & Stavros Agiasmati trail and guided tour in the two churches\n(Reservations here) \n🔸 16 May\, Palaepaphos: Guided tour\, children’s art workshop & “Piano Tour” concert with Ars Nova Choir\n(Reservations here) \n📌 Free participation – reservations required \nSaturday\, 25 April 2026\, Choirokoitia\nActivity description\nHike and guided tour along the Choirokoitia trail (difficulty level 2 – moderate) and the archaeological site. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the archaeologist Odile Le Brun\, recipient of the 2025 Award for the Promotion of the Archaeological Heritage of Cyprus. The activity will conclude with a visit and light brunch to a local workshop of basket weaving and traditional dairy production.\nProgramme\n09:00 Departure by bus from Nicosia (Cyprus Handicraft Centre)\n09:45 Arrival at Choirokoitia\n10:00-12:00 Hike at the nature trail and guided tour of the archaeological site\n12:00-13:30 Visit & light brunch at a local workshop of basket weaving and traditional dairy production\n13:30 Departure – return to Nicosia (Cyprus Handicraft Centre)\n➔\nReservations & information: Saturday\, 25 April 2026 – Form submission Tel: 22809810 \nSaturday\, 9 May 2026\, Painted Churches in Troodos\nActivity description\nHike along the Panagia tou Araka – Stavros tou Agiasmati Nature Trail (difficulty level 3 – demanding; for participants aged 15 and above) and guided tour in the two painted churches.\nProgramme\n08:30 Departure by bus from Limassol (Agios Georgios Havouzas Church)\n08:30 Departure by bus from Nicosia (Cyprus Handicraft Centre)\n09:30-10:00 Guided tour of the Church of Panagia tou Araka in Lagoudera\n10:00-13:00 Hike along the Panagia tou Araka – Stavros tou Agiasmati Nature Trail\n13:00-13:30 Guided tour of the Church of Stavros tou Agiasmati\n13:30-14:00 Light refreshments\n14:00 – Departure for return to Limassol (Agios Georgios Havouzas Church) and Nicosia Nicosia (Cyprus Handicraft Centre)\n➔\nReservations & information: Saturday\, 9 May 2026 – Form submission Tel: 22691122 \nSaturday\, 16 May 2026\, Palaepafos Archaeological Site\nActivity description\nGuided tour of the archaeological site and the Local Archaeological Museum of Palaepafos-Kouklia and parallel hands-on art workshop for children. The event will conclude with a “Piano Tour” with the vocal ensemble Ars Nova\, at the medieval manor in Kouklia\, in collaboration with Avantgarde Cultural Organisation\nProgramme\n16:00 Departure by bus from Nicosia (Cyprus Handicraft Centre)\n16:45 Stop at Choirokoitia (Oasis Restaurant) for participants from Larnaca\n17:15 Stop in Limassol (Agios Georgios Havouzas Church)\n18:15 Guided tour of the archaeological site and the Local Archaeological Museum of Palaepafos-Kouklia & Parallel hands-on art workshop for children aged 6-12\, by art therapist and visual artist Lenia Georgiou (reservation required: 22809810)\n19:30 Concert “The Piano Tour” with the vocal ensemble Ars Nova\, at the medieval manor in Kouklia\, in collaboration with Avantgarde Cultural Organisation.\n20:15 Reception\n21:00 Departure for return\n➔\nReservations & information: Saturday\, 16 May 2026 – Form submission Tel: 22691122\nFor more information: www.unesco.org.cy | Tel: 22809810 URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/journeys-through-world-heritage-sites-in-cyprus-tours-hikes-and-activities-25april-16-may-2026/ CATEGORIES:Cultural ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/diadomes.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus National Commission for UNESCO":MAILTO:unesco@culture.moec.gov.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260423T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260423T213000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260417T052352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T052352Z UID:785877-1776974400-1776979800@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Symphony Orchestra - Chamber Music 5 - DUO NOIMA & RAMI SARIEDDINE - 23.4.2026 DESCRIPTION:The dynamic flute duo ‘Duo Noïma’ teams up with the outstanding Cypriot pianist Rami Sarieddine. Sharing a genuine musical connection\, the three artists feel eager to share with the audience a concert full of exuberance and sparkle! \nInspired by a variety of musical styles\, their programme spans Baroque elegance to contemporary pulse\, highlighting the flute’s kaleidoscopic voice as well as the unique interplay between the two flutes and the piano. \nFrom Georg Philipp Telemann’s refined counterpoint to the colour-rich French tradition of Claude Debussy\, Charles-Marie Widor\, and Georges Bizet\, clarity of line and impressionistic lyricism shine through. Jazz-inflected brilliance from Claude Bolling\, rhythmic drive by Guillaume Connesson\, and tango passion from Astor Piazzolla complete this vibrant stylistic journey. \n  \nPROGRAMME \nGeorg Philipp TELEMANN: Trio Sonata in A minor\, TWV 42:a4 \nClaude DEBUSSY: Petite Suite (arr. for two flutes and piano: P. Proust) \nCharles Marie WIDOR: Suite for flute and piano\, Op. 34 \nGuillaume CONNESSON: Techno – Parade (arr. for two flutes and piano: Duo Noïma) \nIan CLARKE: Maya for two flutes and piano \nClaude BOLLING: Suite for flute and piano (2 movements) \nAstor PIAZZOLLA: Oblivion\, Libertango (arr. for flute\, alto flute and piano: G. McLearnon) \nGeorges BIZET – François BORNE: Carmen Fantasy (arr. for two flutes and piano: G. McLearnon) \n  \nVirginie Bove flute \nEleni Kappa flute \nRami Sarieddine piano \nThe concerts are held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. \nSupporters: Pafos Municipality \n  \nTicket price: €12 / €7 (concession) \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \nTicket presales: \nMarkideio Municipal Theatre (Andrea Geroudi 27\, 8010 Pafos\, 26 222286): \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. \n  URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-chamber-music-5-duo-noima-rami-sarieddine-23-4-2026/ LOCATION:Markideio Municipal Theatre\, 18 Andrea Geroudi\, Paphos\, 8010\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Cultural,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/10-Duo-Noima-Rami-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260403T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260403T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260319T094526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T094909Z UID:784730-1775248200-1775253600@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Symphony Orchestra - Events 1 - RUTTER: REQUIEM -3.4.2026 DESCRIPTION:Lefkosia: Friday 3 April 2026 – Strovolos Municipal Theatre\, 20:30 \nComposed in 1985\, John Rutter’s Requiem is an intimate\, contemplative and lyric meditation on the themes of life and death. Leaving aside any grandiosity and drama\, it is a gorgeous masterpiece that moves towards light rather than darkness. Αs Rutter openly stated\, his approach to the genre was clearly influenced and inspired by Faure’s Requiem. \nIt is precisely because of this approach that Rutter’s Requiem has wide emotional appeal\, one that clearly touches the heart of every listener. To bring out these qualities\, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra is delighted to collaborate with the superb Georgian conductor Levan Jagaev\, the distinguished sopranos Mariza Anastasiades and Eleni Charalambous\, as well as the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra Choir. \nThe seven sections of the work form an arch-like meditation: the first and last movements are prayers to God on behalf of all humanity. The second and sixth are psalms. The third and fifth are personal prayers to Jesus Christ. The Sanctus\, which the composer describes as “celebratory and affirmative\,” is the center and is an affirmation of divine glory\, accompanied by bells as it is in the Roman Mass. \nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Exsultate\, jubilate sets the seal on resurrection joy. Its virtuosic vocal brilliance\, buoyant rhythms and luminous melodies beautifully project the radiant text of rejoicing and exultant praise. \n  \nJohn RUTTER: Requiem for solo soprano\, mixed choir and orchestra \nWolfgang Amadeus MOZART: ‘Exsultate\, jubilate’\, K. 165 \n  \nMariza Anastasiades soprano \nEleni Charalambous soprano \nCyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra Choir (choirmaster: Loizos Loizou) \nLevan Jagaev conductor   \n  \nThe concerts are held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. \n Co-produced by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra Foundation and Papadopoulos & Schinis Productions \nTicket prices: Stalls: €25 / 23\, Balcony: €20 / 17 \nTicket presales: \nConcert 3.4: Online at www.ticketmaster.cy and to all shops of ACS Courier\, 77777040 \nInformation: Cyprus Symphony Orchestra Foundation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-events-1-rutter-requiem-3-4-2026/ LOCATION:Strovolos Municipal Theatre\, 100 Strovolos Avenue\, Strovolos\, 2020\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Untitled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260402T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260402T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260319T094100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T094302Z UID:784708-1775161800-1775167200@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Symphony Orchestra - Events 1 - RUTTER: REQUIEM -2.4.2026 DESCRIPTION:Lemesos: Thursday 2 April 2026 – Rialto Theatre\, 20:30 \nComposed in 1985\, John Rutter’s Requiem is an intimate\, contemplative and lyric meditation on the themes of life and death. Leaving aside any grandiosity and drama\, it is a gorgeous masterpiece that moves towards light rather than darkness. Αs Rutter openly stated\, his approach to the genre was clearly influenced and inspired by Faure’s Requiem. \nIt is precisely because of this approach that Rutter’s Requiem has wide emotional appeal\, one that clearly touches the heart of every listener. To bring out these qualities\, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra is delighted to collaborate with the superb Georgian conductor Levan Jagaev\, the distinguished sopranos Mariza Anastasiades and Eleni Charalambous\, as well as the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra Choir. \nThe seven sections of the work form an arch-like meditation: the first and last movements are prayers to God on behalf of all humanity. The second and sixth are psalms. The third and fifth are personal prayers to Jesus Christ. The Sanctus\, which the composer describes as “celebratory and affirmative\,” is the center and is an affirmation of divine glory\, accompanied by bells as it is in the Roman Mass. \nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Exsultate\, jubilate sets the seal on resurrection joy. Its virtuosic vocal brilliance\, buoyant rhythms and luminous melodies beautifully project the radiant text of rejoicing and exultant praise. \n  \nJohn RUTTER: Requiem for solo soprano\, mixed choir and orchestra \nWolfgang Amadeus MOZART: ‘Exsultate\, jubilate’\, K. 165 \n  \nMariza Anastasiades soprano \nEleni Charalambous soprano \nCyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra Choir (choirmaster: Loizos Loizou) \nLevan Jagaev conductor   \n  \nThe concerts are held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. \n Co-produced by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra Foundation and Papadopoulos & Schinis Productions \nTicket prices: Stalls: €25 / 23\, Balcony: €20 / 17 \nTicket presales: \nConcert 2.4: Online at www.rialto.com.cy and at the Rialto Theatre Box Office Monday – Friday 10:00 – 15:00\, 77777745 \nInformation: Cyprus Symphony Orchestra Foundation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy\, PAPADOPOULOS & SCHINIS PRODUCTIONS LTD: 25 372855\, www.psproductions.com.cy URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-events-1-rutter-requiem-2-4-2026/ LOCATION:Rialto Theatre\, Andrea Drousioti Street 19\, Plateia Iroon\, Lemesos\, state\, 3603\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Untitled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260320T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260321T180000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260312T122147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T122147Z UID:784278-1774008000-1774116000@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:The European Meeting & Cocktail Championship 2026 - 20-21.3.2026 DESCRIPTION:For the first time in Cyprus: The European Meeting & Cocktail Championship 2026.\nGet ready to immerse yourself in cocktail paradise! \nExperience four unforgettable days of mixology brilliance at the European Cocktail Championship Meeting\, hosted for the first time by the Cyprus Bartenders Association\, in collaboration with the International Bartenders Association (IBA)\, from March 19 to 22. \nThe Cyprus Bar Show will showcase the championship on March 20–21\, the island’s ultimate cocktail extravaganza. \nWitness the world’s most elite international bartenders from top bars around the globe performing mind-blowing tricks and flair shows. \nSavor the excitement as they craft vivid\, mouthwatering cocktails live before your eyes! \n  \nFor the programme click here URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/the-european-meeting-cocktail-championship-2026-20-21-3-2026/ LOCATION:LAXIA PALACE PROTARAS\, LEOFOROS PROTARA CAVO GRECO 40\, Protaras\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Gastronomy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bartender-association.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260319T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260319T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260311T075500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T075500Z UID:783756-1773952200-1773957600@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Symphony Ochestra - STARLIGHT 4 - 19.3.2026 DESCRIPTION:Lefkosia: Thursday 19 March 2026 – Strovolos Municipal Theatre\, 20:30 \nΙn the Starlight 4 concerts\, two great artists of international standing join the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra: Sharon Kam\, one of the world’s leading clarinetists and Michalis Economou\, a world-esteemed conductor\, composer\, and educator. \nTitled “a most imaginative and individual artist” by the ‘Gramophone’ magazine\, Sharon Kam is praised for her rare expressive warmth\, technical brilliance\, and charismatic stage presence. Renowned for his deeply communicative musicianship\, Michalis Economou brings his refined artistic vision to the three masterpieces of this concert. \nΤhe concert starts with the work Kommos B\, “Lament for Morton” written in 1996 by the celebrated Greek composer\, conductor\, and educator Theodore Antoniou. Dedicated to the memory of the American composer\, conductor\, and pianist Morton Gould\, the piece uses the first phrase of a mourning song from Epirus. \nSharon Kam will shine in Carl Maria von Weber’s Clarinet Concerto no. 2\, a work of dazzling virtuosity and lyrical charm\, written to showcase the clarinet’s expressive range. From sparkling agility to warm\, songful introspection\, its elegance\, theatrical flair\, and playful wit make it one of the instrument’s most beloved concertos. \nEdward Elgar’s Enigma Variations is a masterpiece of orchestral imagination and emotional resonance. Each variation is a musical portrait of a close friend\, revealing Elgar’s rich palette\, subtle humour\, and profound humanity – from the noble breadth of Nimrod to the work’s exuberant conclusion. \nPROGRAMME \nTheodore ANTONIOU: Kommos B (Lament for Morton) \nCarl Maria von WEBER: Clarinet Concerto no. 2 in E flat major\, op. 74 \nEdward ELGAR: Enigma Variations (Variations on an original theme\, op. 36) \n Sharon Kam clarinet \nMichalis Economou conductor \n  \nThe concerts are held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. \n Gold Sponsor: Perestroika (Cyprus) Ltd \n  \nTicket prices: €25 / €18  Ι  €20 / €15  Ι  €17 / €12 \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \n  \nTicket presales: \nStrovolos Municipal Theatre (Strovolos avenue 100\, 2020 Strovolos\, Lefkosia): \nOnline at soldouttickets.com.cy\, https://soldoutticketbox.com/starlight4-2026 at the Box Office: Mon-Fri 10:00-13:00 & 16:00-19:00\, Sat.: 10:00-13:00 and 2 hrs before the concert. \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-ochestra-starlight-4-19-3-2026/ LOCATION:Strovolos Municipal Theatre\, 100 Strovolos Avenue\, Strovolos\, 2020\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/STARLIGHT-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260318T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260318T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260311T075042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T075042Z UID:783742-1773865800-1773871200@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Symphony Ochestra - STARLIGHT 4 - 18.3.2026 DESCRIPTION: Lemesos: Wednesday 18 March 2026 – Pattihio Municipal Theatre\, 20:30 \nΙn the Starlight 4 concerts\, two great artists of international standing join the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra: Sharon Kam\, one of the world’s leading clarinetists and Michalis Economou\, a world-esteemed conductor\, composer\, and educator. \nTitled “a most imaginative and individual artist” by the ‘Gramophone’ magazine\, Sharon Kam is praised for her rare expressive warmth\, technical brilliance\, and charismatic stage presence. Renowned for his deeply communicative musicianship\, Michalis Economou brings his refined artistic vision to the three masterpieces of this concert. \nΤhe concert starts with the work Kommos B\, “Lament for Morton” written in 1996 by the celebrated Greek composer\, conductor\, and educator Theodore Antoniou. Dedicated to the memory of the American composer\, conductor\, and pianist Morton Gould\, the piece uses the first phrase of a mourning song from Epirus. \nSharon Kam will shine in Carl Maria von Weber’s Clarinet Concerto no. 2\, a work of dazzling virtuosity and lyrical charm\, written to showcase the clarinet’s expressive range. From sparkling agility to warm\, songful introspection\, its elegance\, theatrical flair\, and playful wit make it one of the instrument’s most beloved concertos. \nEdward Elgar’s Enigma Variations is a masterpiece of orchestral imagination and emotional resonance. Each variation is a musical portrait of a close friend\, revealing Elgar’s rich palette\, subtle humour\, and profound humanity – from the noble breadth of Nimrod to the work’s exuberant conclusion. \nPROGRAMME \nTheodore ANTONIOU: Kommos B (Lament for Morton) \nCarl Maria von WEBER: Clarinet Concerto no. 2 in E flat major\, op. 74 \nEdward ELGAR: Enigma Variations (Variations on an original theme\, op. 36) \n Sharon Kam clarinet \nMichalis Economou conductor \n  \nThe concerts are held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. \n Gold Sponsor: Perestroika (Cyprus) Ltd \n  \nTicket prices: €25 / €18  Ι  €20 / €15  Ι  €17 / €12 \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \n  \nTicket presales: \nPattihio Limassol Municipal Theatre (Ayias Zonis 4\, 3027 Lemesos\, 25 377277): \nOnline at soldouttickets.com.cy\, https://soldoutticketbox.com/starlight4-2026 at the Box Office: Mon-Fri 10:00-13:00 & 16:00-19:00\, Sat.: 10:00-13:00 and 2 hrs before the concert. \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-ochestra-starlight-4-18-3-2026/ LOCATION:Pattihio Municipal Theatre\, Agias Zonis 4\, Limassol\, 3031\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/STARLIGHT-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260306T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260306T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260226T070923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T070923Z UID:783468-1772829000-1772834400@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Symphony Orchestra - TRIBUTE TO VICKY STYLIANOU - 6.3.2026 DESCRIPTION:CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA – TRIBUTE TO VICKY STYLIANOU \nPafos: Friday 6 March 2026 – Markideio Municipal Theatre\, 20:30 \nWith this special concert\, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra honours and celebrates the memory of Vicky Stylianou – an artist of remarkable musical contribution\, both as a pianist and as an orchestrator. Having had the honour and joy of numerous collaborations with Vicky\, the Orchestra holds in its heart many beautiful\, vivid memories of her radiance as an artist and her warmth as a person. \nUnder the baton of the Orchestra’s Honourary Conductor Alkis Baltas\, the concert will fittingly open with Maurice Ravel’s Pavane pour une infante défunte\, an elegiac meditation of profound tenderness and lyrical beauty. \nWe are delighted to be joined on stage for the first time by Antonis Manias\, one of the most distinguished Greek violists of his generation\, as the soloist in Weber’s Andante and Rondo Ungarese for viola and orchestra. In this work the viola sings with warm lyricism in the Andante and dazzles with fiery\, Hungarian-inspired rhythms in the exuberant Rondo Ungarese. The acclaimed violist will also perform Alkis Baltas’ Makbule for solo viola and orchestra\, based on the well-known ‘rebetiko’ melody “Makbule” and dedicated to Antonis Manias. \nAlan Hovhaness’s Symphony no. 6\, “Celestial Gate” is a deeply spiritual and luminous work that unfolds as a vast\, transcendent sonic meditation. The symphony blends ancient modal melodies\, shimmering orchestral textures\, and a sense of timeless ritual to evoke a mystical passage between the earthly and the divine. \n  \nPROGRAMME \nMaurice RAVEL: Pavane pour une infante défunte\, M.19 \nCarl Maria von WEBER: Andante and Rondo Ungarese for viola and orchestra \nAlkis BALTAS: “Makbule” for solo viola and orchestra \nAlan HOVHANESS: Symphony no. 6\, op. 173\, ‘Celestial Gate’ \n  \n Antonis Manias viola \nAlkis Baltas conductor \n  \nThe concerts are held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. \nSupporters: Pafos Municipality \nTicket prices: 15 / 10 (μειωμένο) \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \n  \nTicket presales: \nMarkideio Municipal Theatre (Andrea Geroudi 27\, 8010 Pafos\, 26 222286) \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-tribute-to-vicky-stylianou-6-3-2026/ LOCATION:Pallas Theatre\, 24 Rigainis\, Nicosia\, 1513\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/7-Alkis-Baltas.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260305T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260305T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260226T070538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T070538Z UID:783454-1772742600-1772748000@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Symphony Orchestra - TRIBUTE TO VICKY STYLIANOU - 5.3.2026 DESCRIPTION:CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA – TRIBUTE TO VICKY STYLIANOU \n Lefkosia: Thursday 5 March 2026 – Pallas Theatre\, Pafos Gate\, 20:30 \nWith this special concert\, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra honours and celebrates the memory of Vicky Stylianou – an artist of remarkable musical contribution\, both as a pianist and as an orchestrator. Having had the honour and joy of numerous collaborations with Vicky\, the Orchestra holds in its heart many beautiful\, vivid memories of her radiance as an artist and her warmth as a person. \nUnder the baton of the Orchestra’s Honourary Conductor Alkis Baltas\, the concert will fittingly open with Maurice Ravel’s Pavane pour une infante défunte\, an elegiac meditation of profound tenderness and lyrical beauty. \nWe are delighted to be joined on stage for the first time by Antonis Manias\, one of the most distinguished Greek violists of his generation\, as the soloist in Weber’s Andante and Rondo Ungarese for viola and orchestra. In this work the viola sings with warm lyricism in the Andante and dazzles with fiery\, Hungarian-inspired rhythms in the exuberant Rondo Ungarese. The acclaimed violist will also perform Alkis Baltas’ Makbule for solo viola and orchestra\, based on the well-known ‘rebetiko’ melody “Makbule” and dedicated to Antonis Manias. \nAlan Hovhaness’s Symphony no. 6\, “Celestial Gate” is a deeply spiritual and luminous work that unfolds as a vast\, transcendent sonic meditation. The symphony blends ancient modal melodies\, shimmering orchestral textures\, and a sense of timeless ritual to evoke a mystical passage between the earthly and the divine. \n  \nPROGRAMME \nMaurice RAVEL: Pavane pour une infante défunte\, M.19 \nCarl Maria von WEBER: Andante and Rondo Ungarese for viola and orchestra \nAlkis BALTAS: “Makbule” for solo viola and orchestra \nAlan HOVHANESS: Symphony no. 6\, op. 173\, ‘Celestial Gate’ \n  \n Antonis Manias viola \nAlkis Baltas conductor \n  \nThe concerts are held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. \nSupporters: Pafos Municipality \nTicket prices: 15 / 10 (μειωμένο) \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \n  \nTicket presales: \nPallas Theatre\, Pafos Gate (Rigainis and Arsinois corner\, 1010 Lefkosia\, 22 410181) \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-tribute-to-vicky-stylianou-5-3-2026/ LOCATION:Pallas Theatre\, 24 Rigainis\, Nicosia\, 1513\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/7-Alkis-Baltas.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260228T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260228T210000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260218T124930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T125210Z UID:783414-1772305200-1772312400@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Symphony Orchestra - Orchestra 4all 2 - MAJESTIC NATURE - 28.2.2026 DESCRIPTION:Dali: Saturday 28 February 2026 – Panorama Movie Theatre\, 19:00 \nJoin the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra for a special musical evening in the heart of Dali! The three gorgeous masterpieces that make up the programme are inspired by the beauty of nature and a Norwegian folk legend. The excellent Cypriot conductor Andreas Asiikkis will lead the orchestra\, and share with the audience some enlightening nuggets about the music. \nSmetana’s ‘Vltava’ (The Moldau) will sweep you along the river’s shimmering journey\, while selected movements from Beethoven’s ‘Pastoral’ Symphony bring to life scenes of rustic joy\, turbulent storms\, and peaceful renewal. Grieg’s Peer Gynt Suites – music composed for the famous play – will delight with its characteristic vivid Nordic colours and unforgettable melodies. \nThis will surely be an invigorating musical journey for all! \n  \nPROGRAMME \nBedřich SMETANA: Vltava (The Moldau) from Má vlast \nLudwig van BEETHOVEN: Symphony no. 6 in F major\, op. 68\, “Pastoral” \n(III. Merry gathering of country folk\, IV. Thunder\, Storm) \nEdvard GRIEG: Peer Gynt\, op. 23\, Suites nos. 1 & 2 \nAndreas Asiikis conductor \nEntrance free \nIn collaboration with the Municipality of South Nicosia – Idalion \nThe concerts are held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy \nStay informed about the Artistic Programme of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra and the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra! \n  \n\n\n\nCyprus Symphony Orchestra Foundation \ncyso.org.cy \ninfo@cyso.org.cy \,22 463144\nJoin our Newsletter \nhttps://www.cyso.org.cy/?page_id=9302 \n \n\n\n\n  \nFollow us on social media \nFacebook: Cyprus Symphony Orchestra\, Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra \nInstagram: cyprussymphony\, cyprusyouthsymphonyorchestra \nYouTube: CYSO Channel\, CyYSO Channel URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-4-all-2-majestic-nature-28-2-2026/ LOCATION:Panorama Movie Theatre Dali\, Archiepiskopou Makariou III\, Dali 2540\, Cyprus\, Dali\, 2540\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CySO-community-outraech-concert-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260220T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260220T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260210T120732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T120732Z UID:783043-1771619400-1771624800@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Symphony Orchestra - Premiere 4 - 20.2.2026    DESCRIPTION:Larnaka: Friday 20 February 2026 – Municipal Theatre G. Lycourgos\, 20:30 \nWe are thrilled to welcome back as the featured soloist\, the orchestra’s former principal cellist Peter Gospodinov from where he went on to become solo cellist in the Kuopio Symphony Orchestra in Finland. In this highly engaging programme the CySO also welcomes at the podium the highly reputable Finnish conductor Kalle Kuusava\, winner of prestigious conducting competitions. \nThe evening will open with ‘Interruptions’\, an exciting new work by the distinguished Cypriot composer Charis Sophocleous – a special commission by the CySO Foundation within its collaboration with the Centre of Cypriot composers. According to the composer\, “the work is inspired by the many unwanted interferences that might occur throughout the course of an orchestral work”. \nPeter Gospodinov’s unique artistic temperament will shine in the Cello concerto of yet another distinguished Cypriot composer and member of the CySO\, Constantin Papageorgio. \nCarl Maria von Weber’s Symphony no. 1 will provide a brilliant closure to this memorable concert. Composed when the composer was only 20\, it bursts with youthful energy\, sparkling orchestral colour\, and the adventurous spirit that later defined his operatic style. \n  \nSupporters: Embassy of Finland in Nicosia\, Larnaka Municipality \n  \nPROGRAMME \nHaris SOPHOCLEOUS: ‘Interruptions’ (World premiere – Special commission by the CySO Foundation to the Centre of Cypriot Composers) \nConstantin PAPAGEORGIO: Concerto for cello and orchestra (2022) \nCarl Maria von WEBER: Symphony no.1 in C major\, op.19 \n  \nPeter Gospodinov cello \nKalle Kuusava conductor \nTicket prices: €18 / €14 (concession)\, €13 / €10 (concession) \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \n  \nTicket presales: \nLarnaka Municipal Theatre G. Lycourgos (Leonida Kioupi\, Larnaka\, 24 665794): \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-premiere-4-20-2-2026/ LOCATION:Municipality Theatre G. Lykourgos\, Municipal Gardens\, Larnaka\, Larnaka\, 6021\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Cultural,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gospodinov.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260219T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260219T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260210T120302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T120302Z UID:783030-1771533000-1771538400@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Cyprus Symphony Orchestra - Premiere 4 - 19.2.2026    DESCRIPTION:Lefkosia: Thursday 19 February 2026 – Pallas Theatre\, Pafos Gate\, 20:30 \nWe are thrilled to welcome back as the featured soloist\, the orchestra’s former principal cellist Peter Gospodinov from where he went on to become solo cellist in the Kuopio Symphony Orchestra in Finland. In this highly engaging programme the CySO also welcomes at the podium the highly reputable Finnish conductor Kalle Kuusava\, winner of prestigious conducting competitions. \nThe evening will open with ‘Interruptions’\, an exciting new work by the distinguished Cypriot composer Charis Sophocleous – a special commission by the CySO Foundation within its collaboration with the Centre of Cypriot composers. According to the composer\, “the work is inspired by the many unwanted interferences that might occur throughout the course of an orchestral work”. \nPeter Gospodinov’s unique artistic temperament will shine in the Cello concerto of yet another distinguished Cypriot composer and member of the CySO\, Constantin Papageorgio. \nCarl Maria von Weber’s Symphony no. 1 will provide a brilliant closure to this memorable concert. Composed when the composer was only 20\, it bursts with youthful energy\, sparkling orchestral colour\, and the adventurous spirit that later defined his operatic style. \n  \nSupporters: Embassy of Finland in Nicosia\, Larnaka Municipality \n  \nPROGRAMME \nHaris SOPHOCLEOUS: ‘Interruptions’ (World premiere – Special commission by the CySO Foundation to the Centre of Cypriot Composers) \nConstantin PAPAGEORGIO: Concerto for cello and orchestra (2022) \nCarl Maria von WEBER: Symphony no.1 in C major\, op.19 \n  \nPeter Gospodinov cello \nKalle Kuusava conductor \nTicket prices: €18 / €14 (concession)\, €13 / €10 (concession) \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \n  \nTicket presales: \nPallas Theatre\, Pafos Gate (Rigainis and Arsinois corner\, 1010 Lefkosia\, 22 410181): \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-premiere-4-19-2-2026/ LOCATION:Pallas Theatre\, 24 Rigainis\, Nicosia\, 1513\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Cultural,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gospodinov.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260228T103000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260228T103000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260209T091811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T091811Z UID:782992-1772274600-1772274600@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Presentation: On Prehistoric Buildings & Bones - 28.2.2026 DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Paul Croft\, archaeologist and zooarchaeologist\, on February 28th at 10:30 in our media room for a journey back to the Chalcolithic Period (4000-2400 BC) and beyond. A short documentary will introduce the ancient village of Lemba and the reconstructed roundhouses there\, and Paul will also discuss the methods\, objectives\, and some results of zooarchaeology in Cyprus. Paul will also share a selection of bones from his reference collection of mammals and birds for people to examine and thus better imagine their prehistoric forms. Q&A time will follow. (Images attached to this email refer to this presentation.) \nThis presentation will be in English. \nEntry €6 per person. \nReservations are highly recommended as space is limited: epeicentre.com/contact or 26 642234\, mornings. URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/presentation-on-prehistoric-buildings-bones-28-2-2026/ LOCATION:Episkopi (Paphos) Environmental Centre\, Pafos\, Episkopi\, 8524\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Cultural ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/prehistoric.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Episkopi Paphos Environmental Centre":MAILTO:epeicentre@cytanet.com.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260201T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260201T213000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260120T124233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T124233Z UID:780006-1769976000-1769981400@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - Chamber Music 4 - CYSO PIANO QUARTET - 1.2.2026 DESCRIPTION:Larnaka: Sunday 1 February 2026 – Municipal Theatre G. Lycourgos\, 20:00 \nThe concertmaster Wolfgang Schroeder\, the principal cellist Jakub Otčenašék and the principal viola Kumiko Okutomi of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra\, alongside the distinguished pianist Gergana Georgieva join forces to present two landmarks of the Romantic chamber repertoire. In this programme\, the CySO Piano Quartet contrast the French refined elegance of Gabriel Faure with the characteristic German passion and drama of Johannes Brahms. \nFauré’s Piano quartet no. 1 in C minor\, blends luminous charm with quiet emotional depth\, profuse with glowing harmonies and great melodic subtlety. Brahms’ Piano quartet no. 1 in G minor\, unfolds with powerful drama and symphonic breadth\, culminating in the exhilarating finale Rondo alla Zingarese. \nA gorgeous programme and a powerful partnership that promise to deliver a highly engaging concert for the audience! \nPROGRAMME \nGabriel FAURE: Piano quartet no. 1 in C minor\, op.15 \nJohannes BRAHMS: Piano quartet no. 1 in G minor\, op. 25 \nCYSO PIANO QUARTET \nWolfgang Schroeder violin \nKumiko Okytomi viola \nJakub Otčenašék cello \nGergana Georgieva piano \nSupporters: Larnaka Municipality \n  \nTicket price: €12 / €7 (concession) \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \n  \nTicket presales: \nLarnaka Municipal Theatre G. Lycourgos (Leonida Kioupi\, Larnaka\, 24 665794): \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy \n  \nStay informed about the Artistic Programme of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra and the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra! \n  \n\n\n\nCyprus Symphony Orchestra Foundation \ncyso.org.cy \ninfo@cyso.org.cy \,22 463144\nJoin our Newsletter \nhttps://www.cyso.org.cy/?page_id=9302 \n \n\n\n\n  \nFollow us on social media \nFacebook: Cyprus Symphony Orchestra\, Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra \nInstagram: cyprussymphony\, cyprusyouthsymphonyorchestra \nYouTube: CYSO Channel\, CyYSO Channel \nFor more information you may contact Constantia Elia at 22 463135\, c.elia@cyso.org.cy \n  URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-chamber-music-4-cyso-piano-quartet-1-2-2026/ LOCATION:Municipality Theatre G. Lykourgos\, Municipal Gardens\, Larnaka\, Larnaka\, 6021\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cyso-chamber.gif ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260131T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260131T213000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260120T123503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T123911Z UID:779988-1769889600-1769895000@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - Chamber Music 4 - CYSO PIANO QUARTET - 31.1.2026 DESCRIPTION:Lefkosia: Saturday 31 January 2026 – Pallas Theatre\, Pafos Gate\, 20:00 \nThe concertmaster Wolfgang Schroeder\, the principal cellist Jakub Otčenašék and the principal viola Kumiko Okutomi of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra\, alongside the distinguished pianist Gergana Georgieva join forces to present two landmarks of the Romantic chamber repertoire. In this programme\, the CySO Piano Quartet contrast the French refined elegance of Gabriel Faure with the characteristic German passion and drama of Johannes Brahms. \nFauré’s Piano quartet no. 1 in C minor\, blends luminous charm with quiet emotional depth\, profuse with glowing harmonies and great melodic subtlety. Brahms’ Piano quartet no. 1 in G minor\, unfolds with powerful drama and symphonic breadth\, culminating in the exhilarating finale Rondo alla Zingarese. \nA gorgeous programme and a powerful partnership that promise to deliver a highly engaging concert for the audience! \nPROGRAMME \nGabriel FAURE: Piano quartet no. 1 in C minor\, op.15 \nJohannes BRAHMS: Piano quartet no. 1 in G minor\, op. 25 \nCYSO PIANO QUARTET \nWolfgang Schroeder violin \nKumiko Okytomi viola \nJakub Otčenašék cello \nGergana Georgieva piano \nSupporters: Larnaka Municipality \n  \nTicket price: €12 / €7 (concession) \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \n  \nTicket presales: \nPallas Theatre\, Pafos Gate (Rigainis and Arsinois corner\, 1010 Lefkosia\, 22 410181) \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy \n  \nStay informed about the Artistic Programme of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra and the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra! \n  \n\n\n\nCyprus Symphony Orchestra Foundation \ncyso.org.cy \ninfo@cyso.org.cy \,22 463144\nJoin our Newsletter \nhttps://www.cyso.org.cy/?page_id=9302 \n \n\n\n\n  \nFollow us on social media \nFacebook: Cyprus Symphony Orchestra\, Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra \nInstagram: cyprussymphony\, cyprusyouthsymphonyorchestra \nYouTube: CYSO Channel\, CyYSO Channel \nFor more information you may contact Constantia Elia at 22 463135\, c.elia@cyso.org.cy \n  URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-chamber-music-4-cyso-piano-quartet-31-1-2026/ LOCATION:Pallas Theatre\, 24 Rigainis\, Nicosia\, 1513\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cyso-chamber.gif ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260130T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260130T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260115T105925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T120656Z UID:779682-1769805000-1769810400@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - CYPROPHONIA 1 - Of Jasmine and Roses - 30.1.2026 DESCRIPTION:Lefkosia: Friday 30 January 2026 – Pallas Theatre\, Pafos Gate\, 20:30 \nThe Cyprus Symphony Orchestra and Silver Spotlight Productions present the concert ‘Of Jasmine and Roses’\, a musical journey that unites contemporary Cypriot creation with the timeless epics of tradition. \nThe symphonic poem Khirokitia and  Levantin – Small suite for orchestra by Giorgos Karvellos converse with newer compositions by Alex Panayi\, Christina Georgiou\, Savvas Savva and Michalis Christodoulides\, illuminating the evolution of Cyprus’s musical identity. \nSongs such as “Four young men’\, ‘Triantafylleni’\, ‘The girl from Tilliria’\, and ‘The song of St. George’ evoke moments of struggle\, resistance\, love\, and folk wisdom\, while contemporary works like “Under the same sky’\, ‘Thrown away dreams’\, ‘In a suit and a tie’\, and “In the fire’ convey personal and collective narratives of a land that continues to move forward with dignity and a steadfast belief in its ideals. \nCentred on the jasmine and the rose – symbols of memory\, sensitivity\, and resilience – the concert weaves a vivid and moving portrait of the Cypriot soul\, honouring both its past and its living creative spirit. \nThe concert is held under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. \nPROGRAMME \nGiorgos Karvellos: Khirokitia – symphonic poem \nLevantin – Small suite for orchestra (world premiere) \nAlex Panayi: Thrown away dreams\, In the fire \nAlex Panayi/ Stavros Stavrou: Under the same sky\, The earth will go on \nAlex Panayi/ Stergios Mavrikis: In a suit and a tie \nMichalis Christodoulides: Triantafylleni (Made of roses) \nTraditional Cypriot songs: The jasmin tree\, Four young men\, The song of St. George\, The girl from Tilliria \n(Songs orchestrated by Giorgos Karvellos) \nChristina Georgiou: The passage of time\, orch: Michael Doherty (world premiere) \nSavvas Savva: I love you\, yet I silence\, orch. S. Savva (world premiere) \n  \nAlex Panayi\, Myrto Meletiou\, Margarita Elia – vocalists \nKyriaki Kountouri – conductor \nAndreas Michalopoulos rehearsals pianist \nIn collaboration with Silver Spotlight Productions Ltd \nSponsor: Εurobank \n  \nTicket prices: Zone Α: €18 / €14 (concession) \nZone Β: €13 / €10 (concession) \n  \nConcession tickets are available to: \nStudents\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \n  \nTicket presales: \nPallas Theatre\, Pafos Gate (Rigainis and Arsinois corner\, 1010 Lefkosia\, 22 410181): \nOnline at cyso.interticket.com and 1\,5 hrs before the concert. \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy \nStay informed about the Artistic Programme of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra and the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra! \n  \n\n\n\nCyprus Symphony Orchestra Foundation \ncyso.org.cy \ninfo@cyso.org.cy \,22 463144\nJoin our Newsletter \nhttps://www.cyso.org.cy/?page_id=9302 \n \n\n\n\n Follow us on social media \nFacebook: Cyprus Symphony Orchestra\, Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra \nInstagram: cyprussymphony\, cyprusyouthsymphonyorchestra \nYouTube: CYSO Channel\, CyYSO Channel \nFor more information you may contact Constantia Elia at 22 463135\, c.elia@cyso.org.cy \n  \n  URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-cyprophonia-1-of-jasmine-and-roses-30-1-2026/ LOCATION:Pallas Theatre\, 24 Rigainis\, Nicosia\, 1513\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cyprophonia1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260121T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260418T170000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260126T061103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T061103Z UID:782097-1768989600-1776531600@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Hambis Municipal Printamking Museum\, Nicosia - 21.1-18.4.2026 DESCRIPTION:The Evolution of Printmaking  in Europe from the 16th Century to the Present Day through Works from the Hambis Printmaking Museum Collection \nThe exhibition includes only the first two printmaking techniques\, Woodcut and Etching. \nOn the occasion of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of Europe\, the Hambis Municipal Printmaking Museum in Nicosia\, presents an important exhibition of prints from its collection. The exhibition offers an overview of the two basic techniques of printmaking\, woodcut and etching  in Europe. The works have been selected based on the variety of periods in which they were created – from the 16th century to the present day – as well as the variety of themes. Emphasis is placed on presenting the different methods of the two techniques. \nThe aim of the exhibition is to highlight the creativity and inventiveness of printmakers in relation to painting. With the aim of highlighting the primary and essential role of Printmaking in the dissemination of images across all social spectrum\, the exhibition presents both independent works and book illustrations\, aimed at a wide audience. It also offers an overview of European artistic movements\, with works by the great names in painting and printmaking. The exhibition\, presents the many exchanges in the art world between European countries. \nA brief history of the two techniques \nPrintmaking appeared in the West World in the early 15th century and contributed significantly to the dissemination of texts and images. Woodcut\, the original form of printmaking\, was based on engraved wooden blocks that could be easily printed along with the typographic elements. In this technique\, only the raised\, unengraved parts of the wood retain the ink and are imprinted on the paper\, a process called Relief. The ability to reproduce works gave artists the opportunity to disseminate their designs to a wider audience. \nFrom the 15th century onwards\, woodcut began to compete with etchings. Engraving on metal plates\, mainly copper\, allowed for greater precision and detail\, as metal is more durable and uniform than wood. In copperplate printmaking\, ink is retained in the engraved lines\, while the smooth areas are cleaned\, a process called intaglio. \nAlthough printmaking made great strides\, it never gained the prestige of painting\, as it struggles to fully render the nuances of light and color. However\, many important artists were also printmakers\, creating original works of high artistic value that brought art closer to the general public. \n  \nΛεζαντες / captions \nJohann GRÜNINGER – Βεργιλίου Αινειάδα Η άλωση της Τροίας (5091 III) \nFrans MASEREEL La ville N° 13-42-72-100 (4918-21) \nΧΑΜΠΗΣ Η φραγκοεκκλησιά (4632) \nAuguste RODIN & Auguste LEPÈRE Buste de Balzac (5254) \nFrancisco José de GOYA y LUCIENTES Nadie nos ha visto(3943)   \nMarc CHAGALL L’âne chargé d’éponges et l’âne chargé de sel (3480) \n  \nCurator – Texts: Helen Reeb \nCollection: Hambis Printmaking Museum \nOPENING HOURS \nWEDNESDAY – SATURDAY \n10:00 – 13:00 / 15:00 – 17:00 URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/hambis-municipal-printamking-museum-nicosia-21-1-18-4-2026/ LOCATION:Hambis Municipal Printmaking Museum\, 55-59 Αmmochostou Str.\, Lefkosia\, 1016\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/hambis.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260118T110000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260118T123000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20251110T065742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T070035Z UID:755918-1768734000-1768739400@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:Once upon a time... one country: A unique theatrical experience that unites three cultures on stage! - Λάρνακα: 18.1.2026 DESCRIPTION:Three fairy tales from Italy (Pepito’s Hat)\, India (The Drum) and China (The Seed) come to life before the eyes of the audience\, creating a performance full of imagination\, humor and emotion\, with the distinctive stamp of the Piccolo Theatre. \nWith a backdrop of a huge book \, which unfolds to reveal the stories\, the performance takes us on a journey through the three cultures in a unique way\, combining actors\, modern puppetry techniques\, storytelling and audiovisual magic. \nThe morals\, traditions and culture of each country unfold before us\, through wise and everyday characters\, creating a world full of wisdom\, humor\, courage\, love\, boldness and kindness. \nA performance that reminds us that every people has their own stories\, but deep down we are all looking for the same thing… \nCredits:\nDirection: Vasiliki Andreou\, Marios Stylianou\nFairy tale adaptation: Marios Stylianou\nSets/costumes: Lakis Genethlis\nPuppets: Vasiliki Andreou\nKinesiology: Eva Kalomiri\nMusic: Stelios Gerasimou\nCast: Marios Stylianou\, Savvas Menoikou\, Vasiliki Andreou\, Maria Loïzidou \nPerformances:\nNicosia: 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 23\, 30/11 and 6\, 7/12 (Pantheon Theatre): Saturday at 15:30 and Sunday at 11:00 \nPaphos: 22/11 at 15:30 Markideio\nParalimni: 29/11 at 15:30 Xenion\nLarnaca: 18/1 at 11:00 Larnaca Municipal Theatre \nTicket presale:\nTicketmaster (children)\nTelephone: 94 409100\nMain Sponsor: Deputy Ministry of Culture\nSponsors: Xcars\, Expression copy centre\, Thriasio\, Almyra publications\, Meze Tavern \nTICKET PRICES \nGeneral admission: 12 Euros \nFree entrance for ΑΜΕΑ\, artists and unemployed. \nReduced entrance: Large families\, Members of the Pancyprian Organization of the deaf \nTICKET SALES\nticketmaster.cy \, Patticheion Theatre box office and ACS Courier stores URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/once-upon-a-time-one-country-a-unique-theatrical-experience-that-unites-three-cultures-on-stage-%ce%bb%ce%ac%cf%81%ce%bd%ce%b1%ce%ba%ce%b1-18-1-2026/ LOCATION:Larnaca Municipal Theater\, Municipal Gardens Leonida Kioupi\, Larnaca\, state\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/theatre.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260116T203000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Nicosia:20260116T220000 DTSTAMP:20260708T222249 CREATED:20260107T112904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T112904Z UID:779276-1768595400-1768600800@www.visitcyprus.com SUMMARY:CYPRUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - STARLIGHT 3 - 16.1.2026 DESCRIPTION:Lefkosia: Friday 16 January 2026 – Nicosia Municipal Theatre\, 20:30 \nTo kick off the new year\, two internationally acclaimed artists join the CySO in Starlight 3 concerts. Celebrated soprano Miah Persson\, admired for her luminous voice and expressive depth\, continues to captivate audiences worldwide. At the podium\, Wolfram Christ – former Principal Viola of the Berlin Philharmonic and now an active conductor with leading European ensembles—brings his refined musical insight and distinctive artistic leadership. \nThe programme opens with Fanny Mendelssohn’s vibrant Overture in C major\, a radiant\, finely crafted work that showcases her remarkable command of vibrant orchestral colour. The concert’s highlight are the two showcase moments for soprano Miah Persson: Mozart’s enchantingly lyrical ‘Deh vieni non tardar’ and Beethoven’s impressively poignant and powerful dramatic scena ‘Ah! Perfido’. The concert concludes with Beethoven’s spirited Symphony no. 8\, a masterful blend of wit\, clarity\, and symphonic brilliance. \nGold Sponsor: Perestroika (Cyprus) Ltd  \n  \nProgramme \nFanny MENDELSSOHN: Overture in C major \nWolfgang Amadeus MOZART: ‘Deh vieni non tardar’ (Le Nozze di Figaro) \nLudwig van BEETHOVEN: ‘Ah perfido’\, op. 65 for soprano and orchestra \nSymphony no. 8 in F major\, op. 93 \n  \nMiah Persson soprano \nWolfram Christ conductor \n  \nTicket prices: Zone Α: €25 / €18\, Zone Β: €20 / €15\, Zone C: €17 / €12 \nConcession tickets are available to: Students\, soldiers\, pensioners\, large and five-member families on presentation of ID. \nFree Entrance for people with disabilities. \n  \nTicket presales: \nNicosia Municipal Theatre (Mouseiou avenue 4\, 1097 Lefkosia): \nOnline at soldouttickets.com.cy\, at the Box Office: Mon-Fri 10:00-13:00 & 16:00-19:00\, Sat.: 10:00-13:00 and 2 hrs before the concert. \n  \nInformation: 22 463144\, www.cyso.org.cy \n  URL:https://www.visitcyprus.com/event/cyprus-symphony-orchestra-starlight-3-16-1-2026/ LOCATION:Nicosia Municipal Theatre\, Mouseiou 4\, Lefkosia\, 1097\, Cyprus CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitcyprus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/STARLIGHT-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cyprus Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:info@cyso.org.cy END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR