December 2013 SAT, 21 DEC - WED, 1 JAN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS Festivities take place all over Cyprus. Events and displays, Christmas carols and celebrations in all towns. BIRD WATCHING IN CYPRUS Birdlife Cyprus arranges bird watching trips regularly. Organised by Birdlife Cyprus. For further information please contact 22455072, 99059541. WEBSITE: www.birdlifecyprus.org
EVENTS IN LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA) WED, 24 APR - SUN, 1 DEC ART EXHIBITION “The World of Cyprus” An exhibition of the famous painting composition by artist Adamantios Diamantis. The artwork consists of 11 panels and was created in Cyprus between 1967 and 1972. It features 67 figures, sitting and standing one next to the other, like bringing the people of Cyprus together. The artwork will be exhibited at Leventis Museum until the beginning of December, when it will be transported to its new home, the A.G. Leventis Gallery, as part of The Cyprus Collection. Venue: Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia (Temporary Exhibition Hall) Visiting hours: 10:00-16:30 (Tue-Sun), 10:00-22:00 (Wed). Closed on Monday. Free Entrance For further information please contact 22661475.
WED, 12 JUN (2013) - SAT, 30 JUN (2014) EXHIBITION “Cyprus and Geology. Science Environment - Culture” The exhibition presents the genesis and the emergence of the island of Cyprus. With the use of photographs, diagrams, minerals, fossils, artefacts etc., the visitor learns about the geological processes which gave birth to an island with unique geology, topographic features microclimatological conditions and fertile soil covered with thick forest and a great variety of flora and fauna and with abundant water and mineral resources as well as hydrocarbons. All these elements together with its geographical position at the crossroads between three continents formed the basis for an excellent habitat for people and of a ten thousand years long history of art and civilization. The exhibition is not only for geoscientists but also for many other scientists such as historians, archaeologists, agronomists, mining and civil engineers, hydrologists, doctors for the evolution of medicine and pharmacology in Cyprus, teachers and professors for teaching purposes as well as for everyone who wants to know Cyprus. Organised by the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation. Venue: Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation, Phaneromenis Str. Visiting hours: 10:00-19:00 (Mon-Sun). Closed on bank holidays. Free Entrance For further information please contact 1
December 2013 22128157. WEBSITE: www.boccf.org WED, 9 OCT - FRI, 6 DEC EXHIBITION “Chapters” By artist Haris Epaminonda. The exhibition centres on the newly commissioned film Chapters. The work is filmed in Cyprus and consists in a poetic series of meticulously staged scenes with underlying narrative elements of love, longing, afterlife and ritual: it appears, as the artist states, as an object that continuously moves, a sculpture that has no fixed form. Renaissance artist Gra Angelico, Georgian film director Segei Parajanov and Japanese Kabuki theatre are the main references of the work, where the fixed frame of the camera shapes a series of “pictures” or “tableaux”, capturing archaeological sites, ancient buildings and historical details. The images are accompanied by a soundtrack by Kelly, Jayne Jones and Pascal Nichols. The landscapes are punctuated by colourful characters, recalling the formal structure and the iconology of a Renaissance painting and the sketchiness of the Kabuki theatre. The structure and ideas explored in Chapters are expanded into the three-dimensional world of the gallery. Parallel are drawn with the film’s interior locations and open landscapes, creating a series of intimate spaces in which to view it. Venue: Point Centre for Contemporary Art Visiting hours: 10:00-12:00 and 17:00-22:00 (Tue-Fri), 11:00-22:00 (Sat). Closed on Sun-Mon. Free Entrance For further information please contact 22662053.
TUE, 15 OCT - SUN, 15 DEC EXHIBITION “From the World of Cyprus Birds” The exhibition presents photographs depicting birds of Cyprus in their natural habitat, and showcases objects of the Museum collections, which depict birds or have the shape and form of birds. Organised by the Leventis Museum in collaboration with the organization BirdLife Cyprus, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Venue: Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia Visiting hours: 10:00-16:30 (Tue-Sun), 10:00-22:00 (Wed). Closed on Monday. Free Entrance For further information please contact 22661475. THU, 14 NOV - FRI, 13 DEC ART EXHIBITION By artist Andreas Charalambous. Venue: Charalambous Gallery, 7 Egeos Street, Pallouriotissa Visiting hours: 16:30-20:30 (Mon-Sat). Closed on Sunday. Free Entrance For further information please contact 99364410. FRI, 22 NOV - MON, 6 JAN (2014) CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS The festivities include an ice-skating ring, a carousel, face painting, music and dance performances and many more. Organised by the Nicosia Municipality. Venue: “Constanza” Moat For further information please contact 95170744, 23724744 (8:00-16:00).
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December 2013 SAT, 23 NOV - THU, 5 DEC ART EXHIBITION A painting exhibition by artists Leonidas Papasavvas and Petros Papasavvas. Venue: Tehnis Dromena Gallery, 53 Arch. Kyprianos Street, Strovolos Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 17:00-20:00 (Mon-Fri), 10:00-13:00 (Sat). Closed on Sunday. Free Entrance For further information please contact 22496398. WEBSITE: www.tehnisdromena.com SAT, 30 NOV - SUN, 1 DEC DANCE PERFORMANCE “Sacred Body” The new work of “Asomates Dynameis” dance company is dedicated to the search of the meaning of “sacred” as it is expressed through the body. Idea/Choreographic direction/Creation: Machi Demetriadou Lindahk. Itnerpretation/Creation: Rania Glymitsa, Hamilton Monteiro, Alexia Nicolaou, Fotis Nicolaou, Fotini Perdikaki. Music: Giorgos Kolias. Light Design: Panagiotis Manousis. Photography/Video art/Poster design: Suzana Fialas. Within the framework of the “Terpsichore” programme of the Ministry of Education and Culture. Venue: Pallas Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €10, €5 For further information and bookings please contact 99360503, 22410181. SAT, 30 NOV - SUN, 30 MAR (2014) ART EXHIBITION “Other Indications” The exhibition is the result of the collaboration of a team of Cypriot scholars formed upon the initiative of the Centre consisting of Elena Parpa, researcher and
curator, Elena Stylianou, Assistant Prof. in Art History and Theory at the European University Cyprus, Yiannis Toumazis, Director of the Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre, Evi Tselika, Fine Art Programme Coordinator at the University of Nicosia and Nadina Paphitou, Archival Consultant and former head of BOC Historical Archive at Bank of Cyprus. The result of the collective effort is an experimental approach to curational practices, through art projects that meet at the Centre’s premises as “other indications”, highlighting the varied approaches used in the production of artworks, exhibitions, knowledge and history. The exhibition coincides with the 20th anniversary of the Centre. Organised by the Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre NiMAC). Venue: The Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre (Old Power House) Visiting hours: 10:00-21:00 (Tue-Sun). Closed on Monday. Free Entrance For further information please contact 22797400. WEBSITE: www.nimac.org.cy MON, 2 DEC CONCERT “Transcendance” A concert by Cypriot composer Faidros Kavallaris, celebrating his 40 years of concerts (1973-2013) performed by 10 musicians. Organised by Institut Français Chypre. Venue: Kastelliotissa Hall Time: 20:30-22:30 Entrance: €10, €5 For further information please contact 22459333. WEBSITE: www.ifchypre.org
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December 2013 WED, 4 DEC MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek singer Natasa Bofiliou. Accompanied by musicians Themis Karamouratides (piano), Aris Zerbas (cello), Demetris Kouzis (violin/mandolin), Fivos Kountourakis (drums/percussion) and Soteris Kastanis (guitars). Venue: Royal Hall Time: 20:30 Entrance: €20 For further information and reservations please contact 22388322. FRI, 6 DEC PIANO RECITAL With Italian soloist Gloria Campaner. The programme includes works by Schubert, Rachmaninof and Liszt’s transcriptions of Verdi, Wagner and Schubert. Organised by the Pharos Arts Foundation. Venue: The Shoe Factory Time: 20:30 Entrance: €15, €10.Tickets available at the box office (tel. 70009304) and online at www.pharostickets.org. For further information please contact 22663871. WEBSITE: www.pharosartsfoundation.org FRI, 6 DEC FAMILY CONCERT “Musical Journey in the Mediterranean” A musical journey in the Mediterranean with orchestrated Cyprus and Greek folk songs, as well as dance works from Greece, Italy, France and Spain by the composers Baltas, Hadjiloizou, Rossini, Chambrier and Granados. Each work will be briefly introduced by the conductor. The programme is suitable for children of ages 6 and above. Conductor: Yiannis Hadjiloizou. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra.
Venue: Pallas Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €5. Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 22410181). For further information please contact 22463144, 22410181. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy FRI, 6 DEC MOVING SILENCE An evening dedicated to contemporary “silent” moving image and experimental sound where musicians and composers from Germany, Greece and Cyprus will perform live soundtracks for video and film works without sound by contemporary creators of their choice. The musicians and composers will perform live their music while the films/videos that have inspired them are simultaneously screened. On the same evening performances with unique self-made and non-conventional instruments will take place. Within the framework of the 5th XDream Festival. Organised by Artos Cultural and Research Foundation in collaboration with the Goethe Institut. Venue: Artos Cultural and Research Foundation Time: 20:30 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22445455. WEBSITE: www.artosfoundation.org FRI, 6 DEC - TUE, 6 JAN (2014) CHRISTMAS AVENUE For a month Makariou Avenue will be closed for cars and open only for pedestrians. This is part of a series of initiatives to revitalize the avenue and its surrounding streets and attract more 4
December 2013 visitors to the area. During this period the avenue will host 18 miniature wooden houses with hot beverages, food and sweets, Christmas ornaments, children’s activities as well as music performances and many more. Organised by the “Lefkosiazo” volunteer group in collaboration with the (Nicosia) Municipality. Venue: Makariou Avenue (various locations) Free Entrance For further information and the full programme of activities please visit Facebook/Lefkosiazo, www.nicosia.org.cy. SAT, 7 DEC METAL MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Cypriot metal bands “Convixion” and “Stainlesz”. Guest acts: “Draws” and “Alcohol Overdose”. Organised by SixOneSix Records. Venue: Stoa Lefkosias (Backroom) Time: 22:00 Entrance: €10 For further information and bookings please contact 99899167. SAT, 7 DEC - SUN, 8 DEC WEAVING WORKSHOP A two-day weaving workshop by Julia Astreou-Christoforou celebrating 10 years of weaving. Venue: 1, St. Barbara’s Street, Kaimakli Time: 9:00-21:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 99475219. WEBSITE: www.juliastreou.com SUN, 8 DEC NICOSIA CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL 2013 The festival programme includes live demonstrations of chocolate making,
chocolate lessons for kids and adults and many surprises. All proceeds from the festival will be donated to Arodafnousa Palliative Care Hospice for Cancer patients. Organised by “Latreis tis Lefkosias”. Venue: Stoa Lefkosias Time: 10:00-19:00 Entrance: €2. Free entrance for children. For further information please visit Facebook/NicosiaChocolate. SUN, 8 DEC CHRISTMAS CHARITY EVENT The programme includes a christmas market, a music performance by the “Mousiko Ergastiraki Giorgos Theofanous” Choir and a fashion show. Net proceeds from the event will be donated to “Friends Association of Children’s Home” (Nicosia). Organised by Young Business Professional Women Cyprus (Young BPW Cyprus). Venue: Famagusta Gate Time: 17:00-20:00 Entrance: €5. Free entrance for children. For further information please contact 99684662. WEBSITE: http://youngbpw.org.cy TUE, 10 DEC THEATRE (in French) “Le Premier Homme” d’Albert Camus (“The first man” by Albert Camus) A theatre performance dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the birth of famous author Albert Camus. Adaptation, production and interpretation: Jean-Paul Schintu. Music: Philippe Hersant. Greek subtitles available. Organised by Institut Français Chypre. Venue: Dionysos Theatre Time: 20:30 5
December 2013 Entrance: €10. Free entrance for children soldiers and retirees. For further information please contact 22459333. WEBSITE: www.ifchypre.org TUE, 10 DEC COMMUNITY OUTREACH CONCERT “Musical Journey in the Mediterranean” A musical journey in the Mediterranean with orchestrated Cyprus and Greek folk songs, as well as dance works from Greece, Italy, France and Spain by the composers Baltas, Hadjiloizou, Rossini, Chambrier and Granados. Each work will be briefly introduced by the conductor. The programme is suitable for children of ages 6 and above. Conductor: Yiannis Hadjiloizou. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra in collaboration with the American Medical Centre. Venue: American Medical Centre Time: 17:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22463144. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy THU, 12 DEC INSTALLATION AND SOUND PERFORMANCE “The Pattern which connects” The project by Michael Bachhofer takes it title out of Gregory Bateson’s book “Mind and Nature: A Necessary Unit”. This statement attends in a wonderful way with the mind and body matter – a stimulus which interrelates science and art directly in this project. This work builds a bridge between these two worlds, and wants to show that the patterns that connect exist. It is a contemplation about mutual inspiration of scientific and artistic work. Within the framework of the 5th X-Dream
Festival. Organised by Artos Cultural and Research Foundation in collaboration with the Austrian Embassy in Cyprus. Venue: Artos Cultural and Research Foundation Time: 20:30 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22445455. WEBSITE: www.artosfoundation.org SUN, 15 DEC CONCERT “Ludwig van Beethoven: Complete works for violin and piano” - Concert II Beethoven’s sonatas for violin and piano by Cypriot soloists Nikos Pittas (violin) and Nikolas Constantinou (piano). Part of a series of four concerts. Organised by Ledra Music Soloists. Venue: Pallas Theatre Time: 19:30-21:00 Entrance: €15 (single concert), €25 (two concerts), €35 (three concerts), €40 (four concerts), €12 (concessions). Free entrance for children up to 15 years. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office on concert nights and online at www.ledramusic.org. For further information please contact 22352355. WEBSITE: www.ledramusic.org SUN, 15 DEC MUSICAL (in English) “Alice’s Wonderland” A devised musical adaptation of the children’s classic. The underlying theme is how a child can find their own voice, as they grow in confidence empowered by their personal exploration. Written by Catherine Beger. Direction: Torkild Lindebjerg. Cast: Catherine Beger and Lefteris Moschovias. Music: Lefteris 6
December 2013 Moschovias. Design: Liene Kalpisa. Assistant: Laura Mantovani. Venue: Artos Cultural and Research Foundation Time: 11:00 (first performance), 16:00 (second performance) Entrance: €7 (adults), €5 (children) For further information and reservations please 96216435. WEBSITE: www.artosfoundation.org MON, 16 DEC - SAT, 14 JAN (2014) ART EXHIBITION “Microcosms” The third solo exhibition of artist and poet Vakis Loizides. Venue: Opus 39 Gallery Visiting hours: 17:00-20:00 (Mon), 10:30-12:30 and 17:00-20:00 (Tue-Fri), 10:30-12:30 (Sat). Closed on Sunday. Free Entrance For further information please contact 22424983. WED, 18 DEC DANCE PERFORMANCE “META” Ispired from the book “Dolls” by Rainer Maria Rilke, this project focuses on the relationship formed between oneself and his own body through his relation with the “other” being formed through the perception of his own body. Choreography: Chloe Melidou. With: Marina Vronti, Julia Brendle, Maya Mina and Chloe Melidou. Music: Demetris Zachariou. Song: Konstantinos Melidis. Organised by Chorotheatro Omada Pende. Venue: Artos Cultural and Research Foundation Time: 20:30 Entrance: €8, €5 For further information and bookings please contact 99349265.
FRI, 20 DEC CHRISTMAS CONCERT A festive programme of Christmas classics including “The Adoration of the Shepherds” from the “Christmas Oratorio” by J.S. Bach, “Christmas Symphony” by de Lalande, “Shepherd’s Song at the Manger” from the oratorio “Christus” and many more. Soloist: Elena Patsalidou (soprano). Conductor: Alkis Baltas. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Pallas Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 22410181). For further information please contact 22463144, 22410181. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy TUE, 24 DEC - WED, 25 DEC MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek singer Eleonora Zouganeli. Venue: RED Music Stage Time: 22:30 For further information and reservations please contact 22767711. FRI, 27 DEC - SAT, 28 DEC MUSIC AND DANCE PERFORMANCE “Dancing with the Orchestra” Artistic Direction: Yiorgos Kountouris. Choreographers: Davide Bombana, Marius Petipa, Reiner Feistel, Ilaria Kalispera and Valeria Makri. Under the Auspices of the First Lady Mrs. Andri Anastassiades. Organised by the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra in collaboration with Dancecyprus. Venue: Strovolos Municipal Theatre Time: 20:00 7
December 2013 Entrance: €10, €5 (children up to 15 years). Tickets available at SoEasy Kiosks islandwide, Time Out kiosk (Pafos) and online at www.Soldout-Tickets.com.cy. For further information please contact 99549478, 22463144. WEBSITES: www.cyso.org.cy, www.dancecyprus.com
LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA) WALKS Get to know the capital by walking Within the framework of wider efforts to get foreign visitors better acquainted with the old city within the walls, the Lefkosia (Nicosia) Municipality from 1987 established a series of thematic walking tours. These tours have been reorganised to present various new aspects of the old city as well as the city outside the walls. A city like Lefkosia (Nicosia) with its 5000 yearlong history has much to offer. By walking, one gets a better feel for a place and its yearlong atmosphere, then and now, and a better understanding of its continual cultural development. This is the philosophy upon which these walking tours of Lefkosia (Nicosia) are based. Every Monday Pallouriotissa and Kaimakli: The Past Restored Guided bus and walking tour. Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia Time: 10:00 Free participation Booking in advance is necessary Every Thursday Discover the old Nicosia and its walls Walking tour.
Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia Time: 10:00 Free participation Offered by the Lefkosia (Nicosia) Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation. For further information and bookings (for Monday tour) please contact 22674264. HORSE RACES Organised by the Nicosia Horse Race Club. For further information please contact the Nicosia Race Club tel. 22782727. OPEN AIR FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MARKETS Every Wednesday and Saturday “OCHI” Square - (Lefkosia within the walls) Every Friday - Strovolos Municipality (Industrial area, traffic lights). Organised by the Nicosia Municipality. FLEA MARKET OF NICOSIA The first indoor flea market in Lefkosia (Nicosia) where one can find new and used books, toys, furniture, electronics, appliances, clothes, household items, collectibles and antiques as well as a coffee shop. Every Saturday and Sunday Venue: 2, Yianni Koromia Street, Kaimakli Time: 9:00-20:00 Free Entrance 8
December 2013 For further information please contact 22432478.
EVENTS IN LEMESOS (LIMASSOL) SUN, 10 FEB - SUN, 29 DEC MUSICAL SUNDAYS Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Agios Tychonas Community Council. SUN, 1 DEC Traditional Greek dances with the Agia Napa Municipality dance group SUN, 8 DEC “Travelling the world through music” with the Strovolos Municipality - European University of Cyprus symphonic band SUN, 15 DEC Greek folklore and “rembetika” songs with the “En Fones & Organis” music ensemble SUN, 29 DEC Pop music with the “Carpe Diem” vocal ensemble Venue: “Onesilos” Seaside Theatre. Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691247, 25323211, 25362756. WED, 13 NOV - SAT, 28 DEC ART EXHIBITION “The Beauty of Life” A solo exhibition by Greek artist Giorgos Stathopoulos. Venue: Peter’s Gallery Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 16:00-19:00 (Mon-Sat). Closed on Sun. Free Entrance For further information please contact 25384804.
FRI, 22 NOV - SUN, 29 DEC EXHIBITION “Valentinos - Ceramics, Past and Recent Creations” A ceramics exhibition celebrating sixty years of artistic creation of artist Valentinos Charalambous. The exhibition features various pieces by the artist from private collections and foundations. Curator: Yiannos Anastasiou. Organised by the Evagoras Lanitis Centre in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Culture. Venue: Evagoras Lanitis Centre Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 17:00-21:00 (Tue-Fri), 17:00-20:00 (Sat-Sun). Closed on Monday. Free Entrance For further information please contact 25342123. WEBSITE: www.lanitisfoundation.org TUE, 3 DEC MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek singer Natasa Bofiliou. Accompanied by musicians Themis Karamouratides (piano), Aris Zerbas (cello), Demetris Kouzis (violin/mandolin), Fivos Kountourakis (drums/percussion) and Soteris Kastanis (guitars). Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €20, €16 Tickets available at the Theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy. For further information please contact 77777745. THU, 5 DEC - FRI, 6 DEC DANCE PERFORMANCE “Sacred Body” The new work of “Asomates Dynameis” dance company is dedicated to the search 9
December 2013 of the meaning of “sacred” as it is expressed through the body. Idea/Choreographic direction/Creation: Machi Demetriadou Lindahk. Itnerpretation/Creation: Rania Glymitsa, Hamilton Monteiro, Alexia Nicolaou, Fotis Nicolaou, Fotini Perdikaki. Music: Giorgos Kolias. Light Design: Panagiotis Manousis. Photography/Video art/Poster design: Suzana Fialas. Within the framework of the “Terpsichore” programme of the Ministry of Education and Culture. Venue: B Municipal Theatre (Theatro Ena) Time: 20:30 Entrance: €10, €5 For further information and bookings please contact 99360503. SAT, 7 DEC CHRISTMAS CONCERT “Christmas Magic with Aliki Chrysochou” A Christmas concert with Cypriot soprano Aliki Chrysochou, best known from her performances on “Britain’s Got Talent” 2013. Accompanied by the children’s choir of Papadakio Municipal School of Music and six musicians. Organised by Rialto Theatre. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €15, €10 Tickets available at the Theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy. For further information please contact 77777745. FRI, 13 DEC CONCERT-RECITAL “Two pianos, one voice” A concert-recital with Greek singer Giorgos Dalaras and pianists-composers
Giorgos Andreou and Vasos Argyrides. Organised by Rialto Theatre. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €25, €20 Tickets available at the Theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy. For further information please contact 77777745. SUN, 29 DEC CHRISTMAS CONCERT With the Limassol’s Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Thanasis Athanasiou, together with the Choir Room of Limassol’s Primary Conservatory conducted by Andriana Sergidou. Soloist: Elina Alexandrou. The programme includes works by J. Strauss, G. Verdi, Fr. Schubert and D. Sostakovich. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €5 Tickets available at the Theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy. For further information please contact 77777745.
LEMESOS (LIMASSOL) WALK A stroll in Neapolis, Nemesos, Limassol….Lemesos. See the best of Lemesos in a Walking Tour organised by the Municipality of Lemesos in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. The tour aims to giving you the opportunity to get to know the historical centre of Lemesos by walking through its narrow streets which visually “narrate” its long history. Monuments of the past, traditional 10
December 2013 workshops, unique architectural features, the bustling life of the old market and traditional shops all reflect the city´s atmosphere, the main element of this tour. Every Monday (in English) Starting point: CTO Information Office, 142 Agiou Andreou Str. Time: 10:00 Free guiding and participation Booking in advance is necessary Offered by the Lemesos (Limassol) Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation. For further information on the walks please contact 25362756. GERMASOGEIA WALKS Every Wednesday (in English) October to April. Each walk will be organised on every alternate week. 1. Germasogeia - A Village Blessed by Water This tour aims to take visitors to the peaceful, picturesque village of Germasogeia 15 minutes away from the beach, to stroll through its narrow streets, see its special architecture, visit its churches, and feel the village life. Water has always been the most important element in the development of Germasogeia. It is bounded by the sea in the south and on its north it has as a physical boundary, the water dam of Germasogeia fed by the river Amathos coming from the mountains of Troodos.
The tour also includes a visit to the water dam of Germasogeia. 2. Discover the Natural Environment of Germasogeia This tour aims to discover the nature of Germasogeia. The idea is to walk away from the village to the serene surroundings of the area and enjoy a relaxing stroll wandering the hills of Germasogeia. The participants of the tour will enjoy a ride in the old Bedford bus, which drives partly through an earthen road. They will walk (there is some up hill walking) for more than half an hour along the nature trail of the area off Phinicaria laid out by the Forestry Department and enjoy the magnificent view of the water dam and river. In the winter colourful flowers and shrubs cover the valley. The herbs and wild flowers and tree blossoms give a variety of colours and scents. Starting Point: CTO Information Office, 22 Georgiou A´, Potamos tis Germasogeias, Eastern Entrance of Dasoudi Beach, Tourist area, Germasogeia. Time: 10.00-13.00 Free guiding and participation Booking in advance is necessary, by Tuesday afternoon at the latest, giving name and hotel. The minimum number of participants for the walks to take place is 10 people. Offered by the Germasogeia Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation. 11
December 2013 For further information and bookings please contact 25323211.
EVENTS IN LARNAKA
OPEN AIR CREATIVE MARKET Every 2nd Saturday of the month An art crafts market by independent artistis and creative people. Venue: Medieval Castle Square Time: 9:00-18:00 Organised by the “The City of Handcraft” (Politexnies). For further information please contact 99073100.
SUN, 10 FEB - SUN, 29 DEC MUSICAL SUNDAYS Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Larnaka Municipality. SUN, 8 DEC Rock music with the “40+ Rock Band” SUN, 15 DEC A tribute to various famous Greek composers with the “Bouzouki Quartet” music ensemble SUN, 22 DEC Popular Cypriot and Greek songs with the “Larnaka Progressive Movement Choir” SUN, 29 DEC Traditional Cypriot Christmas Carols with the “Michalis Hadjimichael” music ensemble Venue: Larnaka Seafront Stage, Foinikoudes. Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691247, 24654322.
EVENTS IN TROODOS FRI, 13 DEC COMMUNITY OUTREACH CONCERT “Musical Journey in the Mediterranean” A musical journey in the Mediterranean with orchestrated Cyprus and Greek folk songs, as well as dance works from Greece, Italy, France and Spain by the composers Baltas, Hadjiloizou, Rossini, Chambrier and Granados. Each work will be briefly introduced by the conductor. The programme is suitable for children of ages 6 and above. Conductor: Yiannis Hadjiloizou. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra in collaboration with the Agros Community Council. Venue: Agros Cultural Centre “Valley” Time: 19:30 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22463144. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy
TUE, 22 OCT - TUE, 31 DEC ART EXHIBITION “Not a single day without a line” A fine arts exhibition organised by the Larnaka Municipality and the Cyprus Chamber of Fine Arts (LarnakaFamagusta). Venue: Larnaka Municipal Gallery Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 16:00-19:00 (Mon-Fri), 10:00-13:00 (Sat). Closed on Sunday. Free Entrance For further information please contact 24658848.
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December 2013 SUN, 24 NOV - SUN, 8 DEC PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION “Women” The first solo photography exhibition by photographer Vasylia Vasiliou. The project’s aim is to present simple images of different women in different ages, mostly from Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Iraq and Tunisia, giving out the artist’s portrayal of women in the modern world, accompanied by music by Achilleas Persides. Venue: Verochino Cafenio, 1 Andreou Dimitriou Street, Voroklini Visiting hours: 19:00-0:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 99682288. SUN, 1 DEC CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES Festive lighting ceremony of Larnaka’s Christmas decoration with a musical programme. The lighting of the Christmas tree by the Mayor of Larnaka will take place at 17:30. Organised by the Larnaka Municipality. Venue: Ermou Square Time: 16:00-20:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 24657745. TUE, 3 DEC MUSIC PERFORMANCE “Traditional Carol Service” A musical Christmas programme by the students of American Academy Larnaka. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre Time: 19:30 Free Entrance For further information please contact 24665794.
SUN, 15 DEC CHRISTMAS PARADE With a train and a wagon carrying Santa Claus and dancing groups of Larnaka Ballet Schools. Organised by the Larnaka Municipality. Venue: Town Centre (Route: John Kennedy (Acropolis) Square, Ermou Str., Zenonos Kitieos Str., Lord Byron Str. and Gladstone Str.). Time: 17:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 24657745. WED, 18 DEC OPERA “5 Years Cyprus Opera Organisation” A festive programme with a compilation of fragments of the Organisation’s previous performances. Organised by the Cyprus Opera Organisation. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre Time: 20:00 Entrance: €10 For further information and tickets please contact 24665794. THU, 19 DEC CHRISTMAS CONCERT A festive programme of Christmas classics including “The Adoration of the Shepherds” from the “Christmas Oratorio” by J.S. Bach, “Christmas Symphony” by de Lalande, “Shepherd’s Song at the Manger” from the oratorio “Christus” and many more. Soloist: Elena Patsalidou (soprano). Conductor: Alkis Baltas. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for 13
December 2013 students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 24665794). For further information please contact 22463144, 24665794. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy FRI, 20 DEC MUSIC PERFORMANCE “A tribute to Mikis Theodorakis” A music performance by “The Old Company” Choir of the Union of Cypriot Pensioners (Larnaka-Famagusta). Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre Time: 19:30 Free Entrance For further information please contact 24665794.
traditional white washed houses, houses with kiosks and the present use of this residential area. Starting point: Larnaka Fort (Medieval Museum). Time: 10:00 Free guiding and participation Booking in advance is necessary Offered by the Larnaka Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation. For further information and bookings please contact 24654322.
LARNAKA WALKS Every Wednesday LARNAKA-PAST AND PRESENT This walk covers the history of Larnaka and its development by focusing on the role that the sea had throughout the centuries. Starting point: CTO Information Office, Vasileos Pavlou Square. Time 10:00 Free guiding and participation Booking in advance is necessary Every Friday SCALA - ITS CRAFTSMEN Scala is around the area Larnaka Fort and Agios Lazaros Church. The aim of this walk is to explore the area and visit the Handicraft Workshops created by young ceramic artist most of who are inspired by ancient Cypriot art. The Walk goes through picturesque streets of the Turkish sector of Larnaka, where visitors have the chance to see
LARNAKA CITY CRUISERS (BIKING TOURS) Tourists and locals alike can view the sights of Larnaka from a different angle by renting a ‘City Cruiser’ biking tour. The special passenger bikes - which look a little like buggy carts with pedals - are already popular in other European destinations where riders (with very strong legs!) cycle with their passengers in the back enjoying the sights. The bikes are an environmentally friendly way to travel as they use a solar-powered battery, meet all European safety standards and are operated by trained riders who know firstaid. They are also suitable for people with disabilities. There are three tours on offer: The City Centre Tour (which takes in the town centre with all its shops), The Arts and Culture Tour (which takes in the workshops and galleries of Larnaka), and a Historical Tour Around the Town (which 14
December 2013 takes in the museums, churches and ancient monuments). These are the first bikes of their kind on the island and are certain to offer something unique to anyone who wants to see Larnaka and its sights in a memorable way. Cost: €12 (45 - 50 minutes) per bike (for two persons) with rider. For further information contact 70005960 or info@mycitycruisers.com. Website: www.larnakaregion.com
EVENTS IN PAFOS SUN, 10 FEB - SUN, 29 DEC MUSICAL SUNDAYS Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Pafos Municipality. SUN, 1 DEC Traditional Cypriot and Greek dances with the “Along with Tradition” Folklore Association SUN, 8 DEC Greek and English songs with the “Faltsa Onira” music ensemble SUN, 15 DEC Re-enactment of traditional Cypriot wedding with the “Zedros” Dance Association SUN, 29 DEC Popular Greek and English songs with the Mesa Yitonia Municipality philharmonic band Venue: Pafos Municipal Baths Beach, Poseidonos Avenue, Kato Pafos Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691247, 26932841, 26930521.
WED, 11 DEC COMMUNITY OUTREACH CONCERT “Musical Journey in the Mediterranean” A musical journey in the Mediterranean with orchestrated Cyprus and Greek folk songs, as well as dance works from Greece, Italy, France and Spain by the composers Baltas, Hadjiloizou, Rossini, Chambrier and Granados. Each work will be briefly introduced by the conductor. The programme is suitable for children of ages 6 and above. Conductor: Yiannis Hadjiloizou. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra in collaboration with the Polis Chrysochous Municipality. Venue: Cultural Centre, Polis Chrysochous Municipality Time: 19:30 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22463144. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy SAT, 23 NOV - SAT, 28 DEC (Every Sat) TRADITIONAL MARKET EVENT A series of events taking place every Saturday in palia “Agora” (Kato Pafos) with music and dance performances, traditional treats and many more. Organised by the Pafos Municipality, the Cyprus Tourism Organisation, the Pafos Tourism Board and the shopkeepers’ committee. Venue: Makariou and P. Chrysanthou Streets Time: 10:00 onwards Free Entrance For further information please contact 26932841, 26932014. SAT, 21 DEC CHRISTMAS CONCERT A festive programme of Christmas classics including “The Adoration of the 15
December 2013 Shepherds” from the “Christmas Oratorio” by J.S. Bach, “Christmas Symphony” by de Lalande, “Shepherd’s Song at the Manger” from the oratorio “Christus” and many more. Soloist: Elena Patsalidou (soprano). Conductor: Alkis Baltas. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Markideion Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 26932571). For further information please contact 22463144, 26932571. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy
PAFOS WALK Every Thursday STROLLING AROUND PAFOS TOWN CENTRE (KTIMA) In an effort to get visitors acquainted with Pafos Town Centre (Ktima), which is the newest part of the city of Pafos as opposed to New Pafos, the ancient Hellenistic and Roman Capital of Cyprus, the Municipality of Pafos would like to invite everyone to visit Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) and get to know this part of Pafos, incorrectly considered as merely a shopping area. The walking tour Strolling around Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) aims to provide an overall picture of Pafos and how Pafos Town Centre evolved and developed from the late Byzantine and Medieval times to what as it was called until recently Κtima. The Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) is associated with the local everyday life of the population. For the Pafians though,
Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) has so much more to it…. Through historic references, linked with some very important historic phases including Medieval, Ottoman, British and modern times; one will ‘walk’ into the past but will also get better acquainted with the commercial centre of Pafos. The walk is led by a licensed CTO qualified guide. It lasts about two and a half hours, including a half-hour break for refreshments. Starting point: CTO Information Office, 8 Agoras Str. Time: 10:00 Free guiding and participation Booking in advance is necessary Offered by the Pafos Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation. For further information and bookings please contact 26932841.
EVENTS IN AMMOCHOSTOS THU, 14 NOV - THU, 20 MAR AGIA NAPA CULTURAL WINTER Organised by the Agia Napa Municipality. THU, 12 DEC “Musical Journey in the Mediterranean” Community outreach concert with the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. THU, 19 DEC
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December 2013 Christmas music and songs with the Philharmonic band of the Cyprus Police Force. Venue: Agia Napa Municipal Conference Hall Time: 20:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 23816307. AGIA NAPA CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES Organised by the Agia Napa Municipality. SUN, 8 DEC CHILDREN’S CELEBRATIONS WITH MUSIC AND DANCE PERFORMANCES Time: 14:00-18:00 MON, 31 DEC - NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATIONS WITH CHRISTMAS CAROLS, FIREWORKS, TRADITIONAL DELICACIES AND CYPRUS WINE Time: 21:00 - dawn Venue: Agia Napa Central Square Free Entrance For further information please contact 23816307.
“walk” continues along the coast to the archaeological site of Makronisos. Every other Wednesday - in English and German - in English and Swedish Guided bus tour. Starting point: CTO Information Office in Agia Napa, 12 Leoforos Kryou Nerou. Time: 10:00 Free guiding and participation Booking in advance is necessary Offered by the Agia Napa Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation. For further information and bookings please contact 23721796.
AGIA NAPA WALK - November (starting 13/11/13) to February (24/2/14). Agia Napa and the Sea: A Different Dimension This “walk” interprets the historic connection of the area of Agia Napa with the sea and the recent development of the village. The participants are driven to Cape Greco to walk up to the top of the “tigani” (flat bottomed frying pan) where they will have the chance to learn about the archaeology of the area, its connection with the sea, and get to know its natural beauties. Then they will be driven to Ayii Anargiri, a chapel in the northern part of Cape Greco. After a coffee break, the 17
December 2013 USEFUL TELEPHONES Cultural Services of the Ministry of Education and Culture 22800933 Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation 22128157 Cyprus Theatrical Organisation 22492900 Nicosia Municipal Theatre 77772717 Pallas Theatre 22410181 Strovolos Municipal Theatre 22313010 Lemesos Patticheion Municipal Theatre 25343341 Larnaka Patticheion Theatre 24629300 Larnaka Town Hall Theatre 24665794 Pafos Markideion Theatre 26932571 Rialto Theatre 25343900, 77777745 State Gallery of Contemporary Art 22304947 Famagusta Gate 22430877 The Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre 22797400 Lefkosia Municipality Cultural Services 23816300 Anastasios Leventis G Foundation 22667706 Pierides Foundation 24651345 Skali Cultural Centre 22336363 Paralimni Municipality 23819212 Agia Napa Municipality 23816307 Polis Chrysochous Municipality 26321321 Pafos Aphrodite festival Ltd 26822218 Pharos Arts Foundation 22663871 Artos Cultural and Research Foundation 22445455 Theatre ENA 22348203 www.cyprus-tickets.com 7000-9303 NOTE: The Cyprus Tourism Organisation cannot accept responsibility for any changes in any of the events listed above, that may occur due to unforeseen factors. Please contact the organisers by phone for confirmation.
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