Here’s what’s on across Cyprus this week, from Sting’s return to the island and a shadow theatre journey through Cypriot memory, to documentary screenings, art exhibitions and the latest cinema release.
MUSIC
- Limassol, Tsirio Stadium. Sting, one of the most important musicians of the modern era, returns to Cyprus after two decades away for a single concert. The “STING 3.0” tour marks a new creative phase for the artist, with the “3.0” title referring to the stripped-down line-up on stage: just three musicians — Sting himself on bass and vocals, longtime collaborator Dominic Miller on guitar, and Chris Maas (known for his work with Mumford & Sons and Maggie Rogers) on drums. Doors open at 6pm, support acts perform until 8pm, and Sting’s concert begins at 8.30pm. Tickets: SoldOut Tickets.
SHADOW THEATRE
- Trimiklini, Michalakis Konnaris Amphitheatre, 8pm. The shadow theatre performance “A Suitcase Called Cyprus,” conceived by Eleni Papachristoforou, takes audiences on a cultural journey through Cypriot memories, traditions and beauty. The performance is followed by the experiential workshop “The Figure That Remembers.” Papachristoforou is behind the concept, script, performance and facilitation of the workshop, alongside Iakovos Kousiappas (live music, musical direction, composition, sound and lighting) and Pavlos Kousiappas (assistant puppeteer, puppet construction and technical support). Further dates: Agioi Vavatsinias, Primary School, Sunday, August 16, 11am. Polystypos, Cultural Centre, Tuesday, August 18, 8pm. Katydata, Square, Wednesday, September 23, 8pm. Moniatis, Outdoor Theatre, Wednesday, September 30, 7.30pm.
SCREENINGS
- Limassol, Lanitis Carob Mill. The Limassol International Documentary Festival continues today with the following films: Barbara Forever, directed by Brydie O’Connor, 6.30pm. Still Pushing Pineapples, directed by Kim Hopkins, 8.30pm. Filthy, by Barbara Mestanza and Marc Pouzoulard, 10.30pm. https://filmfestival.com.cy/
EXHIBITIONS
Nicosia
- Sic. Contemporary Culture, siccontemporary.com. Visual artist Marina Kassianidou presents a new site-specific installation titled “Aggregate.” Until August 13.
- Vitrina (16 Pentadaktylou). Christina Siakola’s visual installation “Things I Forget.” Until August 25.
- Apokalypsi (22300150). Group exhibition titled “Code Reassembly.” Until September 12.
Limassol
- Platres, Minerva Hotel. Christodoulos Panayiotou’s “Trilogy of Summer Holidays.” Until August 30.
- XeniArtSpace, Trilogy West Tower (99980009). Photography exhibition “Women in Focus.” Until September 19.
Larnaca
- St-art Café (7A N. Lanitis). Group exhibition where all works are priced at the same rate, €250. Until August 31.
- Municipal Art Gallery (24658848). Pancyprian Visual Arts Exhibition “Reflections of Clay.” Until August 22.
- Pierides Museum (22128175). “Nina Iakovou: Eyes to See and Hands to Touch.” Until May 6, 2027.
Paphos
- Almyra Hotel (26888700). Group exhibition titled “Temporary Forever.” Until September 6.
CINEMA
New releases: Spider-Man: Brand New Day (directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Mark Ruffalo) – RIO (Nicosia Mall and Limassol), tel. 25871410.
