Culture

Tehran Symphony Orchestra to Perform Mozart’s “Figaro” at Vahdat Hall

The Tehran Symphony Orchestra has announced an upcoming concert titled “Figaro,” featuring iconic compositions by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Principal conductor Nasir Heidarian will lead the country’s prominent classical music...

Saadi Foundation Launches Global “20 Words, One Text” Literary Competition

The Saadi Foundation has officially launched an international literary competition titled “20 Words, One Text” to mark national celebrations. The...

Tehran’s International 100-Second Film Festival Selects 170 Films for 15th Edition

The prestigious International 100-Second Film Festival has officially selected 170 short films for its upcoming 15th competitive edition....

National Museum of Iran Showcases 11th-Century Silk Robe From Yazd

The National Museum of Iran recently showcased an exquisite red-ground silk robe representing classical textile traditions. Curators confirmed...

Tehran Cultural Center to Screen and Analyze Crime Thriller Tuner

Tehran’s prestigious Arasbaran Cultural Center will host a special screening and critical analysis of the crime thriller Tuner. Renowned...

Iranian Director Asghar Farhadi Returns to Sarajevo Film Festival for Prestigious Honor

The 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival will present the prestigious Honorary Heart of Sarajevo to two-time Academy Award-winning Iranian director Asghar Farhadi. Organizers plan the...

Iranian Ancient Gold Medallions Worn by Zendaya Ignite Global Heritage Controversy

Ancient Iranian gold medallions worn during a high-profile movie event sparked an intense international debate this week. American actress Zendaya showcased the historic relics...

Alamut Cultural Landscape Nomination Highlights Centuries-Old Defensive Heritage of Iran

Cultural heritage veteran Seyyed Mohammad Beheshti endorsed the proposed World Heritage nomination during a Sunday interview. He stated that the inscription of the Cultural...

Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari Traditional Clothing Preserves Iran’s Cultural Heritage Despite Rising Costs

Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari traditional clothing continues to represent one of Iran's most recognizable cultural traditions despite growing production costs. Local artisans, cultural organizations, and traditional communities...

Iranian Filmmakers Secure Grand Prix and Multiple Trophies at Russian Festival

Iranian filmmakers achieved major success at the recent 21st In the Family Circle Film Festival. The multi-day cultural event ended with five Iranian productions...

Tehran and Seoul Launch New Cultural Diplomacy Drive Through Heritage and Innovation

Iran and South Korea have initiated high-level diplomatic talks to expand their bilateral cultural and creative industries. Iranian Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri met with...